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Kaed Thorne

Kaed Thorne

Pendleton,OR

Summary

Dynamic ranch professional with extensive experience at Cunningham Ranch, excelling in herd management and livestock care. Proven ability in implementing feeding schedules and maintaining equipment, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency. Strong team player with expertise in cattle handling and pasture management, committed to promoting animal health and sustainable practices.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cowhand

Cunningham Ranch
02.2025 - 07.2025
  • Managed daily cattle herding operations, ensuring safe and efficient movement across pastures.
  • Implemented feeding schedules, enhancing livestock health and productivity through consistent care.
  • Assisted in maintaining ranch equipment, contributing to operational readiness and minimizing downtime.
  • Monitored animal behavior for signs of illness, facilitating timely intervention and care by veterinary staff.
  • Conducted regular inspections of fencing and water sources, promoting a secure environment for livestock.
  • Documented herd conditions and activities in logbooks, supporting accurate record-keeping for management review.
  • Participated in seasonal roundups to gather cattle for vaccinations, medical evaluations, or movement between pastures as needed.
  • Supported ranch operations by performing general maintenance tasks on equipment and machinery for continued functionality.

Ranch Hand

Baremore Ranch
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
  • Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
  • Cared for about Number animals by feeding, watering, vaccinating and assisting with birthing.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities, identifying maintenance needs to prevent downtime.
  • Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.

Choke Setter

Sweeney Logging
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Learned safety protocols and best practices for fence installation.
  • Assisted in measuring and marking fence lines for accurate placement.
  • Operated hand tools and power equipment for fence construction tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.

Ranch Hand

Bar B Ranch
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Operated and maintained ranch equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Assisted in daily feeding and care of livestock, promoting animal health and well-being.
  • Monitored pasture conditions, implementing rotational grazing techniques to enhance land sustainability.
  • Participated in routine fencing repairs, maintaining secure boundaries for livestock management.
  • Maintained condition of stock horses used to herd cattle.
  • Used Type tractor to improve harvesting of Type crops.
  • Cleaned stalls, pens, and equipment using Type tools for optimal health of Type animals.
  • Trained part-time help in livestock care and ranch operations.
  • Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of Type stock, prioritizing health and wellness.
  • Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.

Fence Builder

Cunningham Sheep Co.
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Learned safety protocols and best practices for fence installation.
  • Assisted in measuring and marking fence lines for accurate placement.
  • Operated hand tools and power equipment for fence construction tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.

Education

Wallowa HighSchool
Wallowa OR
06.2025

Skills

  • Calving assistance
  • Team communication
  • Feeding livestock
  • Livestock handling
  • Horse grooming
  • Herd management
  • Pasture management
  • Saddle fitting
  • Tractor operation
  • Horse riding
  • Vaccinating cattle
  • Cattle driving
  • Fence building
  • Weaning calves
  • Branding cattle
  • Dehorning cattle
  • Watering livestock
  • Teamwork
  • Team player
  • Animal maintenance
  • Horse training
  • Physical strength
  • Groundwork
  • Farm and ranch operations
  • Hand tools
  • Western-style riding

Timeline

Cowhand

Cunningham Ranch
02.2025 - 07.2025

Ranch Hand

Baremore Ranch
05.2024 - 07.2024

Choke Setter

Sweeney Logging
02.2023 - 08.2023

Ranch Hand

Bar B Ranch
05.2021 - 08.2021

Fence Builder

Cunningham Sheep Co.
06.2020 - 08.2020

Wallowa HighSchool

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