Clayton Anderson
Power,MT
Summary
Hardworking Farrier with experience operating wide range of farm equipment and very knowledgeable of horses and horse shoeing. Excellent technical skills and hand-eye coordination. Looking to grow my skills and advance in the horseshoeing industry. Interested in getting my CF and CJF certifications. Always ready to learn new tips and tricks to advance my skills .
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farrier
Self-employeed
Power, Mont
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Practiced safe precoding while attending to the horse's feet.
- Scheduled appointments.
- Examining hooves: Looking for cracks, bruises, and other issues and reporting them to the owner or trainer.
- Trimming and shaping hooves: Keeping them in good condition.
- Removing old shoes: Making sure they're worn out or defective.
- Selecting and fitting new shoes: Choosing the right size and type for the animal's work, terrain, and hoof condition.
- Nailing or gluing shoes on.
- Rebuilding hooves: Using materials to fix broken or removed hooves.
- Advising owners: Providing guidance on how to care for their animals' feet.
Construction Worker
Walker Excavation
Boz, Mont
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Directed equipment operators and alerted to hazards by using effective hand signals.
- Assessed pipes to ensure zero leakage and proper functionality.
- Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.
- Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
- Installed water, sewer and storm drain systems.
- Graded and leveled trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
- Located existing pipes requiring repair or replacement using magnetic and radio indicators.
- Followed written instructions, schematics and blueprints to lay out pipe in correct arrangements.
Ray Equine Services
Copper Springs Ranch
Bozman, MT
05.2017 - 07.2021
- Operated ranch equipment for animal care and transport or field irrigation.
- Followed safety protocols when operating tools and equipment.
- Provided water, food, vaccinations and healthcare for livestock.
- Groomed horses before competitions.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Cared for livestock and monitored health and living spaces.
- Closely monitored and recorded behavior and health of horses and livestock.
- Monitored livestock health and informed ranch manager of issues.
- Prepared horses for travel.
- Prepped hoses for surgery's and assisted with surgery's
- Monitored horse's in recovery after surgery
Veterinary Assistant
Mid Texas Vet
Stephenville, Texas
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
Veterinary Assistant
Elgin Veterinary Hospital
Elgin, TX
05.2013 - 01.2016
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Delivered emergency first aid to sick or injured animals.
- Collected fluids from animals for laboratory testing.
Education
Farrier Certification -
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT09-2023
High School Diploma -
Elgin High School
Elgin, TX06-2013
Skills
- Customer Service
- Human and Animal Safety
- Honest and Dependable
- Safe equipment use
- Horseshoeing
- Horse Husbandry
Affiliations
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Snowmobiling
- Cowboying
Certification
- Farrier Certification
Timeline
Farrier
Self-employeed
10.2023 - Current
Construction Worker
Walker Excavation
08.2021 - 06.2023
Ray Equine Services
Copper Springs Ranch
05.2017 - 07.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Mid Texas Vet
02.2016 - 05.2017
Veterinary Assistant
Elgin Veterinary Hospital
05.2013 - 01.2016
Farrier Certification -
Montana State University - Bozeman
High School Diploma -
Elgin High School
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