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Clint Luce

Uvalde,TX

Summary

Motivated, talented, self-starter with a strong background in ranch management and equipment operation. Driven to succeed, with the ability to complete tasks accurately, despite interruptions and competing demands.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Luce Construction
Uvalde, TX
01.2022 - Current
  • Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Located and marked underground pipes and wires to determine accurate digging locations.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Maintained machinery by repairing and replacing broken and malfunctioning components.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Performed maintenance on equipment, including: welding and fabrication.
  • Operated dozer controls to regulate height and angle of the dozer blade.
  • Checked filters and grease equipment.
  • Used dozer to level soil, move rock and debris and scoop soil.
  • Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
  • Prepared budgets for projects based on labor costs, materials needed.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
  • Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
  • Performed minor and major service on equipment.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.

Ranch Foreman

Klutts Enterprise Double D Ranch
Barksdale , TX
08.2018 - 12.2021
  • Monitored and maintained the property by mending fences, performing maintenance on equipment and houses.
  • Followed safety protocols when operating tools and equipment.
  • Completed seasonal spring and fall cleanup by removing leaves and cleaning gutters.
  • Deployed sprinkler systems to provide grass, flowers and other landscaping adequate water to grow.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Provided hunting guide services, which included: locating and stalking animals, skinning and quartering of harvest, and packaging of meat.
  • Proactively identified and solved complex problems impacting the operation of the ranch.
  • Protected Ranch reputation and built loyal client base by working relentlessly to resolve problems and improve overall Ranch experience.
  • Successfully lead key projects which resulted in upgrading and adding overall value to the Ranch.
  • Prepared and filed financial statements such as balance sheets and credit card bill statements.
  • Provided predator control, which consisted of: trapping and calling of hogs, coyotes, raccoons, and fox.
  • Assisted in the management of farm finances, including budgeting and expense tracking.
  • Organized and cleaned barns and other farm structures regularly.
  • Monitored pastures for health of vegetation and water sources.
  • Conducted regular inspections of buildings, vehicles, and grounds for needed repairs or maintenance.
  • Identified problems and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies, feed., ensuring appropriate levels are maintained.
  • Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
  • Operated irrigation systems to ensure adequate water for crops and pastures.
  • Operated and maintained farm equipment, including tractors and feeders.

Wildlife Specialist

USDA Forest Service
Uvalde, Texas
05.2017 - 05.2020
  • Assisted in the development of wildlife management plans, including habitat conservation and restoration strategies.
  • Monitored wildlife populations through data collection and analysis of biological samples.
  • Provided technical advice to state and local agencies on wildlife-related issues.
  • Performed administrative duties such as preparing budgets, maintaining records, writing reports.
  • Identified potential threats to the environment that could adversely affect wildlife populations or habitats.
  • Provided predator control, which consisted of: trapping and calling of hogs, coyotes, raccoons, and fox.
  • Identified, set and maintained traps to capture fur bearing animals.
  • Checked traps regularly for captured animals and humanely dispatched them.
  • Maintained records of trapping activities including catch data, trap locations, animal species.
  • Educated landowners about best practices for managing nuisance wildlife populations.
  • Developed strategies for controlling invasive species such as fox, feral hogs, raccoons and coyotes.
  • Patrolled trap lines and nets to inspect settings, remove catch and relocate traps.
  • Participated in animal damage control, wildlife management, disease control and research activities.

Ranch Assistant

Four Canyons Ranch-Chris Walker
Uvalde, Texas
07.2013 - 04.2017
  • Performed daily care, including feeding, watering and cleaning of deer pens.
  • Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
  • Assisted with deer breeding operations, which included: vaccinating, transporting, darting, and weaning of fawns.
  • Completed various forms and paperwork required for White-tail deer breeding in Texas.
  • Operated heavy equipment, including: skid steer, excavator, road grader, and backhoe.

Ranch Foreman

Buck Creek Ranch Partnership
Pearsall, Texas
06.2011 - 06.2013
  • Monitored and maintained the property by mending fences, performing maintenance on equipment and houses.
  • Provided hunting guide services, which included: locating and stalking animals, skinning and quartering of harvest.
  • Planted and prepared food plots for hunting.
  • Performed maintenance on various types of duck blinds.
  • Provided maintenance on boats and docks.
  • Used heavy equipment including: farm tractors, dozers, and roller
    choppers.
  • Inspected ranch property and identified areas of improvement.
  • Developed and implemented operational plans for efficient management of the ranch.
  • Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
  • Planned harvest and planting schedules.
  • Operated and maintained irrigation systems, including pumps, pipes and sprinklers.
  • Inspected irrigation systems for leaks or obstructions and performed repairs as needed.
  • Adjusted valves to regulate water pressure and flow rate.
  • Programmed automatic timers to control the frequency of watering cycles.

Ranch Foreman

Klutts Enterprise Double D Ranch
Barksdale , TX
01.2002 - 05.2011
  • Monitored and maintained the property by mending fences, performing maintenance on equipment and houses.
  • Followed safety protocols when operating tools and equipment.
  • Completed seasonal spring and fall cleanup by removing leaves and cleaning gutters.
  • Deployed sprinkler systems to provide grass, flowers and other landscaping adequate water to grow.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Provided hunting guide services, which included: locating and stalking animals, skinning and quartering of harvest, and packaging of meat.
  • Proactively identified and solved complex problems impacting the operation of the ranch.
  • Protected Ranch reputation and built loyal client base by working relentlessly to resolve problems and improve overall Ranch experience.
  • Successfully lead key projects which resulted in upgrading and adding overall value to the Ranch.
  • Prepared and filed financial statements such as balance sheets and credit card bill statements.
  • Provided predator control, which consisted of: trapping and calling of hogs, coyotes, raccoons, and fox.
  • Assisted in the management of farm finances, including budgeting and expense tracking.
  • Organized and cleaned barns and other farm structures regularly.
  • Monitored pastures for health of vegetation and water sources.
  • Conducted regular inspections of buildings, vehicles, and grounds for needed repairs or maintenance.
  • Identified problems and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies, feed., ensuring appropriate levels are maintained.
  • Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
  • Operated irrigation systems to ensure adequate water for crops and pastures.
  • Operated and maintained farm equipment, including tractors and feeders.

Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Luce Construction
CampWood , TX
05.1998 - 12.2002
  • Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Located and marked underground pipes and wires to determine accurate digging locations.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Maintained machinery by repairing and replacing broken and malfunctioning components.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Performed maintenance on equipment, including: welding and fabrication.
  • Operated dozer controls to regulate height and angle of the dozer blade.
  • Checked filters and grease equipment.
  • Used dozer to level soil, move rock and debris and scoop soil.
  • Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
  • Prepared budgets for projects based on labor costs, materials needed.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
  • Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
  • Performed minor and major service on equipment.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nueces Canyon Jh/High School
Barksdale, TX
4 1998

Skills

  • Ranch equipment operations/maintenance
  • Background in ranch/agriculture
  • Construction background
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Wildlife management

Timeline

Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Luce Construction
01.2022 - Current

Ranch Foreman

Klutts Enterprise Double D Ranch
08.2018 - 12.2021

Wildlife Specialist

USDA Forest Service
05.2017 - 05.2020

Ranch Assistant

Four Canyons Ranch-Chris Walker
07.2013 - 04.2017

Ranch Foreman

Buck Creek Ranch Partnership
06.2011 - 06.2013

Ranch Foreman

Klutts Enterprise Double D Ranch
01.2002 - 05.2011

Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Luce Construction
05.1998 - 12.2002

High School Diploma -

Nueces Canyon Jh/High School

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