HB Bowers
Ponca City
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience in livestock management and equipment maintenance at Bowers Enterprises. Proven expertise in cattle handling and diesel mechanics, ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency. A collaborative team player with a keen attention to detail, committed to enhancing productivity and animal welfare in agricultural settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Livestock Handler
Mitcham Livestock
Cherokee
10.2024 - Current
- Identified and treated sick cattle, sorted and moved cattle to ensure optimal herd health.
- Performed maintenance and upkeep on fences, working barn, and equipment to maintain operational integrity of feedlot and pasture land.
- Managed livestock feeding schedules to ensure proper nutrition and care.
- Assisted with animal handling during transportation and loading procedures.
- Monitored livestock health, reporting any signs of illness or distress immediately.
Feed Yard Worker
Grey G Bar Ranch
Shidler
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Executed daily feed duties in ranch feed yard, mixing and distributing rations, monitoring bunks, and ensuring water tanks were filled.
- Monitored and treated sick cattle to promote herd health.
- Serviced and repaired feed yard equipment to support consistent operations.
Daily Herd Maintenance Manager
Bowers Enterprises
Ponca City
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Executed daily herd maintenance and oversaw custom round bale service, ensuring optimal equipment functionality and ranch land upkeep.
- Coordinated repairs and preventive maintenance for machinery and tools, enhancing reliability and reducing downtime.
- Managed maintenance schedules for equipment and facilities to streamline operations.
- Supervised maintenance team to ensure compliance with safety standards.
General Maintenance
Bowers Trucking
Ponca City
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Operated heavy machinery while conducting maintenance tasks, including oil and brake changes, to ensure equipment reliability.
- Maintained shop and grounds, ensuring clean and safe environment for staff and visitors.
- Performed general maintenance tasks such as cleaning up trash around the park grounds or refilling water fountains.
- Provided general maintenance of tools such as sharpening blades and cleaning parts.
- Solicited and analyzed bids for repairs, renovation and general maintenance.
Education
High School diploma -
Ponca City High School
Ponca City, OKSkills
- Cattle handling skills
- Livestock nutrition
- Safety compliance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Diesel mechanics
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Awards
- BQA certification, 12/31/21
- Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity Oklahoma State University, 12/31/21
- Recruitment manager for Alpha Gamma Rho, 12/31/22
Timeline
Livestock Handler
Mitcham Livestock
10.2024 - Current
Feed Yard Worker
Grey G Bar Ranch
05.2023 - 10.2024
Daily Herd Maintenance Manager
Bowers Enterprises
01.2018 - 05.2022
General Maintenance
Bowers Trucking
01.2018 - 05.2021
High School diploma -
Ponca City High School