Mackinley Sorrells
Jamestown,MO
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in wildlife practices and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand
Little Tree Farms
11.2025 - Current
- Operated farm machinery to assist in land and habitat management.
- Assisted with daily animal care routines, ensuring health and well-being of livestock.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of farm facilities and equipment.
Yard Worker and Forklift Operator
Menards
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Part-time hourly position working in the outside yard of Menards. General duties included loading and stocking lumber, drywall, and other building materials, as well as operating a forklift around the yard to load and unload trucks and perform other assigned tasks.
- Operated power tools and equipment for efficient yard maintenance and material handling.
Resource Technician for MDC (Forestry)
Missouri Department of Conservation
09.2022 - 04.2023
- This is a part-time position working with the forestry division of MDC out of the Northwest Regional Office in St. Joseph, Missouri.
- Came back to this position from October 2023 to February 2025.
- Maintained accurate records of forestry activities, including tree measurement data and harvest information.
- Performed routine maintenance on forestry equipment, ensuring optimal functionality during field operations.
Research with University Faculty
Missouri Western State University
- Golden Shiner Growth and Physiology - Summer of 2023
- Avian Nest Box Preference and Reproductive Success - Summer of 2024
- My university offered these two research opportunities and gave me first-hand experience doing professional-style research with university professors.
Community Education Assistant for MDC
Missouri Department of Conservation
05.2023 - 09.2023
- This was a seasonal position over the summer, working with the education branch of MDC out of the Northwest Regional Office in St. Joseph, Missouri.
- Supported educators in developing and implementing conservation-related curricula.
- Assisted in organizing educational programs and events for diverse audiences.
- Engaged with students to foster interest in environmental stewardship and conservation practices.
Invasive Species Technician For MDC
Missouri Department of Conservation
06.2022 - 08.2022
- This was my summer job for 2022 and my first paying job related to the wildlife conservation field. My duties included spraying invasive plant species across the central region of Missouri and some basic area maintenance.
- Operated and maintained equipment for wildlife habitat management initiatives.
- Restored native habitats through invasive species removal and native plant reestablishment efforts.
Volunteer Whitetail Deer CWD Surveyor
Missouri Department of Conservation
01.2022 - 03.2022
Volunteer Whitetail Deer Spotlight Surveyor
Missouri Department of Conservation
- Multiple Conservation Areas
Operations Employee
Burger's Smokehouse
12.2021 - 01.2022
- I did this job over Christmas break for college, which was a month long. My job duties included curing hams, wrapping hams, hanging hams, moving ham racks, working the cure line, and moving and washing ham combos.
Installation Technician Assistant
Sorrells Service Company
01.2016 - Current
- This is my family's heating and air-conditioning business. I try to help out when I am around and have the extra time.
Education
High School -
Jamestown C-1 High School
05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Conservation Management
Missouri Western State University
St. Joseph, MO05.2025
Skills
- Proficient in computer applications
- Endurance and strength training experience
- Truck backing proficiency
- Independent and team-oriented
- Trail maintenance and repair
- Academic excellence
- Knowledge of forestry practices
- Chainsaw operation
- Focused and detail-oriented
- HVAC Installation Experience
- Familiarity with wildlife and habitat conservation
- Geographic Information Systems (ArcGIS) Knowledge and Experience
- Tractor Experience
- TSI Experience
- Tree Sale Experience
- Seed Buy Experience
- Skid-Steer Experience
- Public Speaking and Giving Presentations
- Invasive Species Knowledge
- Trailer Backing and Hauling Experience
- ATV/UTV Driving Experience
- Forklift Driving Experience
Affiliations
- Member of MWSU's Chapter of The Wildlife Society
- Whitetails Unlimited
Certification
- Driver's License
- Defensive Driving Training for Missouri Department of Conservation Vehicles
- Hunter's Safety (Missouri)
- Stihl Chainsaw Operation
- Chronic Wasting Disease Sampling
- Completion of Introduction To GPS Mapping and Navigation Course
- Completion of UTV Driver Training (MDC)
- Completion of Online ATV Driver Training (MDC)
- MDC Fire One Training
- Forklift Certification
- Cargo Securement Training Course
Timeline
Farm Hand
Little Tree Farms
11.2025 - Current
Yard Worker and Forklift Operator
Menards
04.2025 - 09.2025
Community Education Assistant for MDC
Missouri Department of Conservation
05.2023 - 09.2023
Resource Technician for MDC (Forestry)
Missouri Department of Conservation
09.2022 - 04.2023
Invasive Species Technician For MDC
Missouri Department of Conservation
06.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer Whitetail Deer CWD Surveyor
Missouri Department of Conservation
01.2022 - 03.2022
Operations Employee
Burger's Smokehouse
12.2021 - 01.2022
Installation Technician Assistant
Sorrells Service Company
01.2016 - Current
Research with University Faculty
Missouri Western State University
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Conservation Management
Missouri Western State University
Volunteer Whitetail Deer Spotlight Surveyor
Missouri Department of Conservation
High School -
Jamestown C-1 High School