JAKE HAMILTON

• Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
• Assisted in the safe birth of livestock by monitoring pregnant animals closely and acting as a birthing assistant when necessary.
• Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods.
• Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
• Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
• Patrolled grazing grounds using ATVs and horses to monitor animals and determine movement, care or health-related needs.
• Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
• Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
• Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
• Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.

Build fence, rake and stacked hay, worked and handled cattle, worked fields.

Line construction, installed hose lays, brushed roads, rehab dozer line, back burns.

Habitat management, fire restoration, building fence, mowing, spraying weeds, and equipment maintenance.

• Conducted regular safety audits on equipment, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective measures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Trained and supervised staff on equipment maintenance and safety procedures.