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James Denning

Denning Family Farms
Houghton,IA
11
years of professional experience

Hardworking farm equipment operator with experience running and maintaining different types of farm machinery. Reliable, flexible, and able to work well with others. Focused on getting the job done right and keeping things running smoothly.

Work History

Farm Equipment Operator

11 Years 1 Month
Denning Family Farms | 09.2015 - Current
  • Equipment operator
  • Oversaw daily care and management of cattle herds.
  • General Labor
  • Assisted in hay operation, ensuring timely harvest and quality production
  • Maintained and repaired farm equipment
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Farm Hand

5 Years 3 Months
Gerdes Cattle | 04.2021 - 07.2026
  • Help with show cattle sales
  • Cared for and prepared show animals for competitions

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business

Des Moines Area Community College | Ankeny, IA | 12-2027

Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business

Southeastern Community College | Burlington, IA | 05-2026

High School Diploma

Holy Trinity Catholic High School | Fort Madison, IA | 05-2026

Skills

Equipment Maintenance & Repair
Farm Operations
Hands on experience
Livestock handling
Work Ethic
Teamwork
Hands-on experience
Decision Making

Timeline

Farm Hand

Gerdes Cattle
04.2021 - 07.2026Read More

Farm Equipment Operator

Denning Family Farms
09.2015 - CurrentRead More

Des Moines Area Community College

Associate of Applied Science from Agricultural Business
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Southeastern Community College

Associate of Applied Science from Agricultural Business
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Holy Trinity Catholic High School

High School Diploma
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James Denning