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JACOB BALLANGER

CENTERVILLE

Summary

Adaptable hardworking and known for successfully handling tasks in a high-volume setting. Promoting time management and problem-solving skills. Pursuing a new role with a reputable company

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

APPLICATOR/DRIVER

SMITH FERTILIZER & GRAIN
Centerville
09.2025 - Current
  • Operated application equipment to distribute fertilizers and chemicals effectively.
  • Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance during application processes.
  • Documented application records for compliance with agronomic standards.
  • Maneuvered equipment around and through tight spaces, avoiding over spraying and damaging or contaminating surrounding areas.

DRIVER

JDR TRUCKING
Ottumwa
03.2023 - 09.2025
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks pulling belt trailers, tanks, hopper trailers, and pneumatic trailers from short to long-distances transporting agricultural commodities.
  • Managed loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring secure transport conditions whether the location from plant to plant or a farmer in rural America.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.

TRUCK DRIVER

OC TRUCKING
Oskaloosa
11.2016 - 03.2023
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.

MILITARY POLICE

United States Army
Wahiawa
02.2004 - 01.2013
  • Conducted thorough investigations into crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support successful prosecutions.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement to coordinate investigation efforts, improving case resolution and community trust.
  • Enforced laws and maintained public order during patrols and community engagements, enhancing community safety.
  • Analyzed traffic accident scenes to determine contributing factors and causes.
  • Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.

Education

High School Diploma -

MOULTON-UDELL HIGH SCHOOL
Moulton, IA
05-2005

Some College (No Degree) - DIESEL TECHNICIAN

Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA

Skills

  • Fertilizer application
  • Equipment operation
  • Precision maneuvering
  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Compliance documentation
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service

Timeline

APPLICATOR/DRIVER

SMITH FERTILIZER & GRAIN
09.2025 - Current

DRIVER

JDR TRUCKING
03.2023 - 09.2025

TRUCK DRIVER

OC TRUCKING
11.2016 - 03.2023

MILITARY POLICE

United States Army
02.2004 - 01.2013

High School Diploma -

MOULTON-UDELL HIGH SCHOOL

Some College (No Degree) - DIESEL TECHNICIAN

Indian Hills Community College
JACOB BALLANGER