Layton Johnson
Lubbock
Summary
Skilled in managing and caring for a variety of farm, ranch, and aquacultural animals with hands-on experience in monitoring animal health, administering medication, and maintaining cleanliness of animal habitats. Possess strong organizational skills to efficiently manage daily tasks and schedules. Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team, ensuring optimal productivity and improved animal welfare standards. Successfully implemented practices that increased the overall well-being of animals under care, leading to healthier livestock and enhanced operational efficiency.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ranch Hand
Lone Star Ag
Friona
01.2023 - Current
- Performed general ranch maintenance such as cleaning stalls, barns, and other areas.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies, and feed, ensuring appropriate levels are maintained.
- Transported feed, supplies, and livestock between locations as needed.
- Repaired broken fencing or other structures on the property.
- Assisted in the daily care of livestock, including feeding and watering animals.
- Assisted with branding activities during calving season.
- Harvested hay for use in winter months.
- Identified problems and took corrective action when necessary.
- Conducted regular inspections of buildings, vehicles, and grounds for needed repairs or maintenance.
- Maintained fences and gates to ensure safety of animals.
- Operated tractors and farm equipment for various tasks.
- Provided medical treatments to sick or injured animals.
- Cleaned out tanks used for storing water or fuel on the property.
- Developed strategies to reduce predation by predators such as coyotes or bears.
- Closely monitored and recorded behavior and health of horses and livestock.
- Cared for livestock and monitored health and living spaces.
- Maintained equipment with preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Monitored grounds and reported damage or issues to supervisor before making repairs.
- Operated ranch equipment for animal care and transport or field irrigation.
- Provided water, food, vaccinations, and healthcare for livestock.
- Assisted with the breeding program, ensuring healthy offspring and genetic diversity.
- Coordinated with veterinarians for emergency and routine care of animals.
- Operated irrigation systems to ensure adequate water for crops and pastures.
- Participated in the branding, tagging, and ear marking of cattle for identification.
- Monitored water sources to ensure clean and constant availability for livestock.
- Assisted with daily care and feeding of livestock, ensuring optimal health.
- Prepared horses for travel.
- Monitored livestock health and informed ranch manager of issues.
- Conducted regular health checks and administered vaccinations as needed.
- Managed and maintained fencing and barn structures for safety and security.
- Facilitated the sale and transport of livestock to markets or other farms.
- Operated and maintained farm equipment, including tractors and feeders.
- Patrolled holding habitats and grazing areas to monitor animal safety and make timely repairs to equipment, gates and pens.
- Herded livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks or other enclosures.
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
- Marked livestock to identify ownership and grade using brands, tags or tattoos.
- Administered medications and vaccinations or arranged for veterinarians to provide extensive treatment.
- Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration, and shearing.
- Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
- Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
- Broke in new horses with diligent and patient approach focused on building trust and obedience.
- Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches for adequate water flow, dust suppression and crop growth.
- Managed daily care and handling of sheep, cattle, pigs, and horses, ensuring their health and well-being.
Agricutural Appraiser
Self-employeed
Lubbock
01.2017 - Current
- Drafted appraisals summarizing analysis of data collected during inspections.
- Created spreadsheets outlining key features of each inspected property such as square footage and number of bedrooms and bathrooms.
- Analyzed data related to comparable sales in the area to establish accurate market values for properties.
- Assessed land use regulations that may impact a property's valuation.
- Conducted field inspections of residential and commercial properties to assess condition, quality, and value.
- Consulted with clients to explain appraisal results and answer questions about the process or methodology used in appraising a property.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings involving disputed appraisals or valuations.
- Attended conferences and seminars on current topics related to the appraisal industry.
- Maintained contact with clients throughout the appraisal process to keep them informed of progress.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Generated new leads and business to grow revenue by cultivating rapport with adjusters, property managers and property owners.
- Traveled to field locations in order to evaluate property.
- Responded to customer concerns and conveyed details about results.
- Documented type, construction and measurements of each piece of property and collected required field evidence to support conclusions.
- Used strong research skills to improve understanding of local areas and properties.
Leather Worker
Self-employeed
Lubbock
02.2000 - Current
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Crafted custom saddles and tack for livestock, ensuring high-quality leatherwork.
Custom Farmer
Johnson Custom Farming
Abernathy
01.1999 - 09.2023
- Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with clients.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
- Sowed seeds, planted seedlings, and transplanted crops by hand or with mechanized equipment.
- Established relationships with vendors for purchasing supplies at competitive prices.
- Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
- Set up and operated heavy farm machinery and equipment to till soil, fertilize and apply herbicides and pesticides.
- Inspected facilities daily to comply with health, sanitation and safety standards and maintain agricultural biodiversity across farm.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm machinery and equipment.
- Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farms or ranches.
- Implemented CRP grass planting initiatives for government program participants, enhancing soil conservation efforts.
- Applied pesticides and herbicides with precision, optimizing crop health and yield.
- Installed drip irrigation systems to optimize water usage and enhance crop yield.
- Implemented center pivots to improve irrigation efficiency and support sustainable farming practices.
- Constructed terraces to optimize land use and enhance soil conservation.
Horse Caretaker
Ruidoso Downs Race Track
Ruidoso Downs
05.1998 - 09.1999
- Unloaded horses from trailers upon arrival at destination sites.
- Cleaned saddles, bridles, halters, blankets and other equine equipment after each use.
- Assisted in the daily care of horses, including feeding, grooming, and exercising.
- Monitored horse health and safety, reporting any signs of illness or injury to supervisors.
- Loaded horses onto trailers for transport to shows or events.
- Filled hay nets with fresh feed on a regular basis.
- Performed minor medical treatments such as bandaging wounds or administering medications as needed.
- Monitored horses' health and temperament for signs of injury and illness.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Administered medications to animals.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Rode pony horses to lead and support racing horses and riders onto the track, maintaining order and safety.
Horse Trainer
Rawhide Ranch
Bonsall
06.1994 - 05.1998
- Developed individualized training plans for each horse based on experience level and needs.
- Performed minor medical procedures such as wound treatment or administering medications.
- Provided daily care and grooming of horses, including brushing, bathing, clipping, and hoof cleaning.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed when working with the horses.
- Maintained accurate records of horse health history, vaccinations, feedings schedules, medications administered.
- Evaluated potential new horses for purchase or lease by assessing their temperament, conformation, and soundness.
- Communicated with owners regarding progress and any changes needed to the training plan.
- Worked closely with veterinarians to develop treatment plans for injured or ill animals.
- Assisted in transporting horses to shows or other locations as needed.
- Researched nutritional supplements that would benefit the overall health of the horses.
- Collaborated with ranch hands, vets and racers for comprehensive training.
- Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
- Reported to trainer on horse's progress and performance and discussed each horse's fitness or training concerns.
- Monitored horses' health and temperament for signs of injury and illness.
- Groomed horses before competitions.
- Prepared horses for travel.
- Placed tack or harnesses on horses to accustom horses to feel of equipment.
- Conducted training programs to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors.
- Administered prescribed medications to animals.
- Talked to or interacted with animals to encourage familiarization with human voices or contact.
- Evaluated animals for trainability and ability to perform.
- Retrained horses to break kicking, bolting or other bad habits.
- Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Freed or exercised animals or provided other general care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Anton High School
Anton, TX05-1985
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Science
South Plains College
Levelland, TXSome College (No Degree) - Animal Science
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TXSkills
- Livestock care and management
- Animal health monitoring
- Irrigation system operation
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Fencing installation and repair
- Customer service and relations
- Project management and supervision
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
- Crop management and production
- Veterinary coordination
- Field inspections and assessments
- Advanced animal training techniques
- Expert horse riding and grooming
- Cattle herding and corralling expertise
- Feed management and mixtures
- Inventory management strategies
- Leather crafting
- Saddle making
- Equipment maintenance
- Custom design
- Leather repair techniques
- Leather crafting expertise
- Color matching proficiency
- Pattern designing
- Adhesive application
- Leather dyeing techniques
- Leather tool maintenance
- Hand stitching mastery
- Custom fitting expertise
- Creative thinking
- Material selection
- Materials preparation
- Gluing techniques
- Leather dye processes
- Machinery operation
- Machine maintenance
- Sewing expertise
Affiliations
- Rodeo Barrel Man for 10 years.
- Member of Cattle Raisers Association
Volunteer sponsor with FFA livestock showing.
Accomplishments
South Plains College Livestock Judging Team 1985-1987 placed in top 5 in 10 competitions around the United States.
South Plains College Rodeo Team - team roping
Certification
- ASFEA Appraiser #06810
- ASEA Appraiser #04865
- ISLA Appraiser #08552
- Certified Equivibe Technician
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
- Ray Grapp (806)773-0339
- Clint Hurst (806)265-7518
- Roger Graham (806)632-9621
- Tom Ray Gainer (575)760-9846
- Matt Gfeller (806)647-6754
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ranch Hand
Lone Star Ag
01.2023 - Current
Agricutural Appraiser
Self-employeed
01.2017 - Current
Leather Worker
Self-employeed
02.2000 - Current
Custom Farmer
Johnson Custom Farming
01.1999 - 09.2023
Horse Caretaker
Ruidoso Downs Race Track
05.1998 - 09.1999
Horse Trainer
Rawhide Ranch
06.1994 - 05.1998
High School Diploma -
Anton High School
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Science
South Plains College
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Science
Texas Tech University
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