Dan Dvorak
North Bend,NE
Summary
Hardworking individual bringing 30+ years experience in livestock production, irrigation systems and operations. Knowledgeable in breeding, nutrition, bookkeeping, and mechanical aptitude. Extremely skilled welder and mechanic. Seek to bring expertise to dynamic role to a diversified farm/ranch. Demonstrated operations, financial, and management abilities. Coordinate efficient activities at all levels to support business profits and maintain sustainable operations. Performance-oriented with diversified abilities.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Cattle Rancher
Double D Cattle Co.
05.1990 - Current
- Purchase heifers, bulls, and semen for breeding to obtain optimal feeder calves and 4-H calves.
- Examine animals daily for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Maintain ranch records and documentation.
- Adjust production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
- Select and purchase supplies and equipment such as seed, fertilizer, and machinery.
- Monitor weather conditions and adjust irrigation and crop schedules accordingly.
- Monitor livestock health and administer medication and vaccinations at established intervals.
- Maintain detailed records of crop production and livestock health.
- Develop and implement efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
- Maintain tidy, clean and well-organized and maintained facilities and equipment.
Bookkeeper/Boat Mechanic
Woodcliff Marina
04.2009 - Current
- Maintain and process invoices and daily deposits.
- Weekly payroll functions and timesheet tracking.
- Track expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Establish QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Complete tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Match purchase orders with invoices and record necessary information.
- Generate invoices upon receipt of billing information and track collection progress.
- Streamline daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
- Develop monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements.
- Skilled at working independently.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Manage time efficiently in order to complete all mechanic work orders within deadlines.
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Order parts and maintain inventory.
- Organized and detail-oriented, and incomparable work ethic.
- Maintain courteous and effective working relationships with owners and customers.
- Identify issues, analyze information and provide solutions to problems.
Irrigation Well Driller Partner
Dvorak Well, Inc.
03.2007 - 05.2009
- Drilled and serviced irrigation wells.
- Drove large well drilling equipment to job sites.
- Maintained equipment.
- Obtained CDL.
- Made financial decisions and important decisions regarding company with partner.
Welder Foreman
Valmont Industries, Inc.
03.1990 - 03.2007
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated robotic cells machinery.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Attended safety meetings and member of various committees.
Education
Diversified Agriculture
Southeast Community College
Beatrice, NEHigh School Diploma -
North Bend Central High School
North Bend, NESkills
- Animal Nutrition
- Artificial Insemination
- Crop Production
- Machinery Operation and Maintenance
- Irrigation Systems
- Record Keeping
- Pasture Management
- Fence Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Quickbooks Knowledge
Additional Information
Currently hold CDL
4-H Club Leader
FFA Alumni
Developer of Calf Training 101
Timeline
Bookkeeper/Boat Mechanic
Woodcliff Marina
04.2009 - Current
Irrigation Well Driller Partner
Dvorak Well, Inc.
03.2007 - 05.2009
Cattle Rancher
Double D Cattle Co.
05.1990 - Current
Welder Foreman
Valmont Industries, Inc.
03.1990 - 03.2007
Diversified Agriculture
Southeast Community College
High School Diploma -
North Bend Central High School
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