Eugene De La Garza
Capitan,NM
Summary
Seasoned Ranch Manager known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in livestock management, pasture maintenance, and sustainable farming practices. Excel at leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring smooth operation of ranch activities. Committed to fostering team collaboration and promoting environmental stewardship in all aspects of ranch management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Manager
Surfside Resorts
Nogal, New Mexico
07.2012 - Current
- Managed daily operations of ranch, ensuring smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Oversaw livestock care by implementing efficient feeding schedules, breeding programs, and livestock welfare.
- Cultivated partnerships with local suppliers for feed and equipment procurement.
- Implemented maintenance schedules for ranch equipment and facilities to ensure functionality.
- Supervised team members, providing guidance and support during daily tasks.
- Conducted regular inspections of pastures, fencing, and irrigation systems to ensure optimal health of animals.
- worked with owner to determine future ranch and facility needs.
- Identified, hired, and trained personnel to carry out daily operations on the ranch.
- Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and contractors regarding feed supply, equipment rental services.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on farm machinery such as tractors or irrigation systems.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Made numerous improvements and repairs to electrical and plumbing systems in various facilities.
Pipeline Operator
Spartan Cos
Carlsbad, New Mexico
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Facilitated the operational processes of facility startups, tank batteries, pipelines, and injection wells for safe and efficient flow management.
- Managed pressures, flow rates, and chemical usage to achieve optimal injection performance.
- Performed preventative maintenance including pump, lubrication, filter replacement, minor repairs, and set limits and parameters of associated automation components and SCADA.
- Trained junior operators on operational protocol, safety procedures, and equipment handling.
Roustabout Hand
Elwood Staffing
Hobbs, New Mexico
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Performed general labor and support duties to assist drilling, production, and maintenance crews in the daily oil field operations.
- Worked with cross-functional crews, including electricians, mechanics, flowback, and lease operators.
- Observed H2S protocols, attended safety meetings and hazard assessments
- Collaborated with crew members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Installed valves and piping systems according to specifications provided by engineers or supervisors.
- Provided support for wellhead maintenance activities such as replacing seals or packing elements.
- Calibrated gauges used to measure pressures inside pipes or tanks accurately.
- Performed basic welding tasks such as cutting metal pieces and grinding edges.
- Operated manual and power tools to move objects or materials.
- Worked on job sites and assigned locations, installing and repairing pipes, valves and pumps.
- Safely operated forklift and aerial lift to move machinery around floor.
Owner/Operator
The Solar Solution
Ruidoso, New Mexico
09.2007 - 12.2017
- Managed daily operations for sales, fabrication, and installation of solar screen windows and doors.
- Coordinated project schedules and allocated resources effectively for timely completion.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to secure necessary materials and equipment.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL12-1976
Skills
- Livestock management
- Equipment maintenance
- Facility management
- Supply chain negotiation
- Training and development
- Operational efficiency
- Safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Time management
Accomplishments
Graduate of noncommissioned officer leadership and management academy
Timeline
Pipeline Operator
Spartan Cos
04.2018 - 08.2020
Roustabout Hand
Elwood Staffing
01.2018 - 04.2018
Ranch Manager
Surfside Resorts
07.2012 - Current
Owner/Operator
The Solar Solution
09.2007 - 12.2017
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Community College of The Air Force