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Lucas Dekker

Billings,MT

Summary

Talented Ranch Hand offering a lifetime of experience as well at 10 years of experience working under another great stockman in caring for livestock and maintaining the ranch property. Resourceful in recognizing illness in animals and taking proper precautions quickly. Proficient in performing preventive maintenance on fences, property and equipment. Experienced in animal husbandry and willing to learning new skills.

Work History

Ranch Hand

Vermilion Ranch
05.2013 - Current
  • Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering.
  • Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
  • Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
  • Cared for about 800 animals by feeding, watering, vaccinations and calving.
  • Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
  • Reported any property damage or concerns to supervisors and completed requested services to resolve.
  • Assisted laborers by loading and unloading heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Observed animals with signs of illness and doctor appropriately.
  • Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep ranch safe and accessible for animals and people.
  • Kept pens, jugs and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to feed.
  • Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of livestock, prioritizing health and wellness.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Patrolled grazing grounds using ATVs and horses to monitor animals and determine movement, care or health-related needs.
  • Cleaned jugs, pens, and equipment using appropriate tools for optimal health of livestock.
  • Maintained condition of horses used to herd cattle.
  • Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods.
  • Used time-management strength to cross-train associates to cover more areas without increasing expense.
  • Trained part-time help in livestock care and ranch operations.

FFA Member

National FFA Organization
09.2012 - 05.2016

Two year officer as Parliamentarian of the local chapter. State champion parliamentary procedure team with the opportunity to compete at the National Competition. I was a member of the Agriculture Mechanics team, competing at the state level for four years.

4-H Member

Montana 4-H
10.2003 - 09.2016

Maintained record books for multiple animals and was responsible for their care and training. Attended regular monthly meeting. Exhibited multiple animals at the county fair in both Dawson and Yellowstone Counties. I am still currently involved with the organization as a 4-H leader, assisting members with their projects

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Farm And Ranch Management

Northwest College
Powell, WY
05.2018

Skills

  • Crop Harvesting
  • Livestock Care
  • Land Preparation
  • Farm and Ranch Operations
  • Animal Maintenance
  • Haying
  • Calving
  • Branding
  • Agriculture
  • Basic Mechanical Skills
  • Grazing Management
  • Medication Administration

Additional Information

I hold a current Commercial Drivers License

Timeline

Ranch Hand

Vermilion Ranch
05.2013 - Current

FFA Member

National FFA Organization
09.2012 - 05.2016

4-H Member

Montana 4-H
10.2003 - 09.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Farm And Ranch Management

Northwest College
Lucas Dekker