Cory Assarsson
Garden City
Summary
Experience in general maintenance of heavy equipment. Resourceful Pen Rider known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in livestock management, health assessment, and horsemanship. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring effective herd care and operation improvement.
Experienced working weekends and evenings outdoors in snow, rain, humidity, and other inclement weather conditions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified pen rider/Tractor Operator
Brookover Ranch
Garden City
06.2019 - Current
- Monitored livestock health and behavior to ensure animal welfare.
- Assisted in feeding and caring for various breeds on the ranch.
- Coordinated daily pen maintenance to maintain clean and safe environments.
- Disassembled defective parts from tractors prior to repair or replacement.
- Inspected tractor parts for wear and tear and identified any necessary repairs or replacements.
- Assisted with the unloading and loading of pen shipments.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment reliability and safety.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in tractors and agricultural equipment.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems.
- Conducted regular inspections of fencing and facilities to identify maintenance needs.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment usage and maintenance activities.
- Operated tractors and heavy equipment to meet agricultural site needs.
- Adjusted air pressure in tires, checked fluid levels, and refueled tractors when necessary.
- Completed operator maintenance, checking and replenishing fluids to proper levels, examining and changing filters, changing and sharpening blades and lubricating equipment.
- Inspected tractors for mechanical defects or malfunctions prior to operation.
- Performed mechanical and hydraulic connections to attach equipment to tractors.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers with various agricultural products utilizing forklifts or hand jacks.
Cattle processors
Lazy rocken R custom cattle processing
Scott City
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Processed cattle according to industry standards and safety regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in processing areas and equipment.
- Identified areas where processes can be improved upon to increase efficiency and productivity.
Operations Manager
Rasmussen fencing
Broken Bow
04.2013 - 08.2017
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Coordinated team activities to optimize project timelines and deliverables.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain stock levels and minimize delays.
- Operated tools like post hole diggers and power saws safely and efficiently.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and minor repairs.
- Communicated effectively with suppliers to manage material orders and deliveries.
- Removed old fencing prior to new installations.
- Loaded trucks with necessary supplies such as fence posts, rails, wire mesh and fasteners.
- Applied sealants to protect wood from weather elements.
- Filled holes with concrete mix according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Sawed lumber and cut metal tubing to required lengths for fencing rails.
- Identified and measured fence location to determine optimal locations to meet project requirements.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Ag-Business
Adams State University
Alamosa, CO 08.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS 08.2015 - 05.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Welding
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS 08.2013 - 05.2015
Skills
- Livestock management
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical diagnostics
- Tractor operation
- Basic electrical knowledge
Affiliations
- Coached Middle School wrestling for the past eight years
- Head Coach of Holcomb High School boys wrestling team the last three years
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified pen rider/Tractor Operator
Brookover Ranch
06.2019 - Current
Cattle processors
Lazy rocken R custom cattle processing
08.2017 - 06.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Ag-Business
Adams State University
08.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business
Garden City Community College
08.2015 - 05.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Welding
Garden City Community College
08.2013 - 05.2015
Operations Manager
Rasmussen fencing
04.2013 - 08.2017