Hillary Bricknell
Prineville
Summary
A diverse background in various fields has prepared me for any situation, which I am ready to take head-on with a positive attitude. I am interested and dedicated to learning and utilizing new skills in a professional environment, individually or with a team.
Reliable and hardworking professional dedicated to giving optimal animal care and support. Builds positive relationships with owners and trust with animals. Knowledgeable about grooming, exercise and basic care.
Comfortable handling physically demanding tasks across long shifts and through problematic weather conditions. Juggles multiple tasks to keep assignment timelines on schedule. Established reputation for punctuality and dedicated work ethic.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Livestock and Pet Sitter
Self Employed Services
Prineville
06.2023 - Current
- Provide attentive care for pets and livestock during owner absences.
Barefoot Hoof Care
Self employed
Prineville
01.2022 - Current
- Providing routine hoof care and maintenance for various equine breeds.
- Educated horse owners on proper hoof care techniques and best practices.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service.
Equine Caretaker
Alliance Equestrian Center
Bend
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Provided daily care for horses, including feeding, grooming and exercising.
- Maintained cleanliness in stables and horse areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Monitored horse health and safety.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
Barn Manager
French Prarie Acres
Woodburn
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Full care of 20 head of horse.
- Daily feedings and watering, herd health, turnouts and grounds maintenance such as fencing, arena grooming and irrigation.
- Scheduling of veterinary appointments and administration of medications.
- Hiring, scheduling and general supervision of other employees.
Ranch Hand
Dunrovin guest ranch
Stevensville
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Summer seasonal assistance for herd of ranch horses.
- Duties included tacking up, feeding, trail rides, ranch grounds maintenance and guest services.
Barn Manager
JMG STABLES
Missoula
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Oversaw the proper care of 60 head of horse.
- Maintained herd health and feeding on daily basis.
- Basic maintenance of grounds and buildings including irrigation system.
Guest Services/ Mountain Ambassador
Taos Ski Valley
Taos
11.2017 - 01.2018
- A ski ambassador position that encompasses general guest services duties with the goal of providing guests with a positive experience and maintaining high situational awareness.
- Performing risk management on the ski slopes and supporting ski patrol.
- Operating ticket scanners and multi-channel radios, dispatching shuttles and performing traffic control.
GIS Intern
Village of Taos Ski Valley
Taos
04.2017 - 12.2017
- Performed a variety of complex duties related to coordinating and performing the day-to-day functions of the GIS Department for both Administration and Public Works.
- Essential functions included but not limited to: Geodatabase implementation, GPS data collection, asset management, mapping (ArcMap), set up of AGOL, and WebDPW websites.
Retail Sales Associate
Confluence Kayaks and Ski
Denver
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Provided high-quality customer service by having comprehensive knowledge of multi-season hard and soft goods for back country skiing and water sports.
- Handled customer rentals, boat & stand-up paddle board repairs, gasket repairs, and ski tuning by hand.
- Opening and closing cash register and operation of the POS system and training of new employees.
Server
Blackbelly
Boulder
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Server for high-end farm to table catered events
Barista & cashier
Bagel Boyz
Jupiter
01.2010 - 03.2010
- Multi-tasking in high paced environment; process sales; closing and balancing cash drawers; proper food preparation and handling.
Water-ski instructor & camp counselor
Raquette Lake Girls Camp
Raquette Lake
06.2008 - 08.2008
- N.Y.S Public Vessel boating license; taught all towing water sports; full time camp counselor for girls ages 6-13.
Cashier & retail sales
Maui North Ski, Bike, and Board co
Lake Placid
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Knowledge of merchandise for retail, including winter sports equipment; handling and fitting of rental gear.
Cashier & food prep
Center Plate
Boulder
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Food concession sales in high paced environment during sporting events.
Assistant technician
Adirondack Surgical Eye Care
Saranac Lake
06.2005 - 08.2005
- Assistant to ophthalmologist, ran preliminary tests on patients; some secretarial work.
Education
Farriery - Certification
Oregon farrier school
Silverton, ORGIS (Advanced Certificate) - GIS
University of Denver
Denver, COGeography - Undergrad
University of Otago
OtagoGeography - Bachelor of Arts
University of Colorado at Boulder
Boulder, COHigh school diploma -
National Sports Academy
Lake Placid, NYSkills
- Adobe
- Guest and Customer Services
- Mac and Windows Operating Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Time management
- Communication skills
- ArcGIS
- Asset Management
- Risk Management
- GPS
- Irrigation
- Social Media
- ERDAS Imagine
- Retail Sales
- GIS
- Equine Hoof Care
- Data Collection
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Warehouse experience
- Animal Care
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- AIARE Level 1
- Colorado Mountain School Avalanche Safety Course
- Wilderness First Responder
- NOLS
- Driver's license
- CPR/AED Certified
- Certification through NOLS. (Child and Adult)
- People to People Student Ambassador (2003 to 2006)
Volunteer Experience
- Stray Hearts Animal Shelter
- Dog Fostering
- Habitat for Humanity
- Boulder OSMP
- Boulder Beyond Organic Farm
- Rustic Pathways
- People to People Abroad
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Equine Caretaker
Alliance Equestrian Center
01.2024 - 01.2026
Livestock and Pet Sitter
Self Employed Services
06.2023 - Current
Ranch Hand
Dunrovin guest ranch
04.2022 - 09.2022
Barn Manager
French Prarie Acres
03.2022 - 08.2023
Barefoot Hoof Care
Self employed
01.2022 - Current
Barn Manager
JMG STABLES
03.2019 - 02.2021
Guest Services/ Mountain Ambassador
Taos Ski Valley
11.2017 - 01.2018
GIS Intern
Village of Taos Ski Valley
04.2017 - 12.2017
Retail Sales Associate
Confluence Kayaks and Ski
03.2015 - 07.2016
Server
Blackbelly
01.2014 - 01.2015
Barista & cashier
Bagel Boyz
01.2010 - 03.2010
Water-ski instructor & camp counselor
Raquette Lake Girls Camp
06.2008 - 08.2008
Cashier & retail sales
Maui North Ski, Bike, and Board co
01.2006 - 01.2008
Cashier & food prep
Center Plate
01.2006 - 12.2006
Assistant technician
Adirondack Surgical Eye Care
06.2005 - 08.2005
Farriery - Certification
Oregon farrier school
GIS (Advanced Certificate) - GIS
University of Denver
Geography - Undergrad
University of Otago
Geography - Bachelor of Arts
University of Colorado at Boulder
High school diploma -
National Sports Academy