James Brennan
Great Valley
Summary
Hard working employee used to hard work,long days, heavy lifting, and deadline-driven settings. A well rounded operator with the know-how to maintain machinery. Ready to take the next step in a extensive career with an exemplary employer.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cattle Feeder/Dairy Farm Hand
Telaak Farms
Mansfield
01.2026 - Current
- Operate feeding equipment,including telehandlers,skidsteers,and tractors to supply livestock with appropriate feed.
- Provided accurate feed measurements to ensure proper nutrition.
- Monitor animal health and behavior during feeding routines.
- Maintain cleanliness of feeding areas to promote hygiene standards.
- Perform routine maintenance and help with mechanical repairs
- Drive manure trucks (Mack Ten Wheelers)
Construction Worker
Apex Construction
Great Valley
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in framing, roofing, and drywall installation on residential projects.
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and construction tasks, including skidsteers and excavators
- Ensured job site safety by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted in setting up forms and frameworks for concrete pouring.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during projects.
- Cleaned tools and equipment after use to maintain proper functionality.
- Set up and reinforced forms to accurately pour concrete for walkways and other structures.
- Carry heavy materials such as bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar mixers, and wheelbarrows across job sites safely.
- Assist in demolishing existing structures with jackhammers and other tools as needed.
- Level ground prior to pouring foundation or slab with shovels or grading machines.
- Measure and mark designated areas where new slabs are going to be placed.
- Maintain equipment used during construction process in good working condition.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
- Perform routine maintenance and help with mechanical repairs
Dairy Farm Owner
EFTIB Farms (Self)
Great Valley
01.2015 - 01.2026
- Managed crop production schedules for diverse agricultural products.
- Oversaw daily operations and maintenance of farm equipment and facilities.
- Coordinated planting and harvesting across multiple fields.
- Developed crop rotation plans to maintain soil fertility and increase yields.
- Organized the planting, harvesting, and storage of crops.
- Performed general maintenance amd basic repairs for farm equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed general building and equipment maintenance and repairs around barns
- Operated a wide variety of farm equipment including tractors, loaders, skidteers, dozers, dump trucks, combine etc.
- Loaded agricultural products into trucks to deliver products to markets or storage facilities.
- Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems, and farming processes.
- Inspected facilities daily to comply with health, sanitation and safety standards and maintain agricultural biodiversity across farm.
- Conducted soil testing and analysis to determine optimal planting conditions.
- Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
- Prepared reports required by state and federal laws.
- Monitored the health and well being of cattle
- Performed minor building tasks
Education
Associates - Dairy Science
State University of New York
Morrisville, NY 08.2010 - 06.2012
Ellicottville Central
Ellicottville, NYSkills
- Self Motivated
- Follow direction and instruction
- Equipment operation
- Machinery maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Initiative-taking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cattle Feeder/Dairy Farm Hand
Telaak Farms
01.2026 - Current
Construction Worker
Apex Construction
06.2023 - Current
Dairy Farm Owner
EFTIB Farms (Self)
01.2015 - 01.2026
Associates - Dairy Science
State University of New York
08.2010 - 06.2012
Ellicottville Central