Dawson Petersen
Helena,MT
Summary
Adaptable scorekeeper skilled in efficient score calculation. Experienced in troubleshooting issues on-site, contributing to a seamless event experience, and ensuring participant safety. Organized with expertise in trap shooting events and known for collaboration with team members for efficient time management, while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining a tidy environment.
Worked as a ranch hand at Gardner Ranch LLC for most of my life, performing a variety of tasks to keep machinery running and the farm running smoothly.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Hand
Gardner Ranch LLC
Trout Creek, MT
01.2021 - Current
- Operated and maintained farm equipment, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
- Maintained ranch structures.
- Reported any property damage or concerns to supervisors and completed requested services to resolve.
- Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
- Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep the ranch safe and accessible for animals and people.
- Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Assisted in pasture management, implementing rotational grazing strategies to improve land sustainability.
- Assisted laborers by loading and unloading heavy machinery and equipment.
Scorekeeper and Loader
Helena Trap Club
Helena, MT
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Supervised and loaded trap throwers to keep events and leagues running smoothly without delay.
- Recorded scores accurately for trap shooting events, ensuring real-time updates for participants.
- Maintained detailed records of participant scores and event results for future reference and analysis.
- Cleaned up after every shoot to keep the grounds organized and tidy for efficiency and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues with scoring systems or equipment during events.
- Followed safety protocols while handling equipment, contributing to a secure environment for all participants.
- Worked at this job for 5 years each season.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Helena, MT06-2025
Skills
- Efficient record keeping
- Score calculation
- Quick learner
- Scoring systems
- Equipment setup
- Farm equipment operator
- Basic mathematics
- Equipment inspection
Accomplishments
- Received Eagle Rank in Boy Scouts of America in January 2025
- Member of the Order of the Arrow BSA
- BSA Senior Patrol Leader 2024-2025
- Attended National Youth Leadership Training through BSA in 2021
Timeline
Scorekeeper and Loader
Helena Trap Club
08.2025 - 09.2025
Ranch Hand
Gardner Ranch LLC
01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Capital High School