Kevin Cavalli
Carbondale,KS
Summary
Highly motivated self-starter with 15 years of experience operating a wide array of equipment. Proven track record of safely and efficiently operating equipment in both agricultural and construction settings. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to adapt to new tasks and environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Outside Sales Representative
Kanequip
Topeka, KS
06.2025 - Current
- Accurately quoted equipment solutions based on customers needs and goals.
- Conducted comprehensive product demonstrations, showcasing features and benefits of the equipment.
- Presented detailed sales proposals highlighting cost to benefit analysis for specific customer profiles.
- Provided after-sales support, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term relationships.
- Operated forklifts to safely load and unload parts and equipment.
Ranch Manager
Walnut Creek Ranch
Louisburg, KS
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Managed daily operations, including livestock health and nutrition, and pasture management.
- Maintained and improved facilities, including dirt work, fencing, structure repair, plumbing and light electrical work.
- Allocated time and resources, independently, to achieve big picture goals and maintain daily operations.
- Maintained and operated mower, skid steer, mini-excavator, tractor and hay processor.
- Selected and purchased breeding stock to promote cattle productivity.
- Developed and sold calves in opportune market windows.
Herdsman
JN Ranch
Leavenworth, KS
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed daily operations, including livestock health and nutrition, and pasture management.
- Maintained and improved facilities, including dirt work, fencing, structure repair, plumbing and light electrical work.
- Supervised other team members and assigned daily tasks
- Advised owners on breeding programs to help achieve desired genotypic and phenotypic characteristics.
- Maintained accurate records of calving data as well as feed production and usage.
- Maintained supply of feed and medical supplies.
- Advised customers on bull selection based on their specific needs.
- Wrote promotional material on each bull for the sale catalog.
- Maintained and operated mower, skid steer, tractor, dump truck, tractor-trailer, and feed truck.
Ranch Manager
Walnut Creek Ranch
Louisburg, KS
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Responsibilities same as above.
Ranch Hand
Grace Farms
Albany, MO
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Performed general ranch duties, including fencing repair and installation, calving out cows, cleaning horse stalls, and facility upkeep.
- Maintained and operated mower, skid steer, tractor and feed wagon.
Student Worker
KSU Beef Stocker Unit
Manhattan, KS
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Monitored livestock health and administered treatments as needed.
- Measured and fed precise rations to cattle in nutrition studies.
- Managed other student workers in construction of new feedlot pens.
- Maintained and operated box scraper, bull dozer, excavator, skid steer, tractor, and feed wagon.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS, US05.2016
Skills
- Reliability
- Self-starter
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Relationship building
Timeline
Outside Sales Representative
Kanequip
06.2025 - Current
Ranch Manager
Walnut Creek Ranch
07.2022 - 06.2025
Herdsman
JN Ranch
01.2019 - 07.2022
Ranch Manager
Walnut Creek Ranch
06.2017 - 01.2019
Ranch Hand
Grace Farms
08.2016 - 06.2017
Student Worker
KSU Beef Stocker Unit
08.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Kansas State University