Mark Kelley
Yeso
Summary
Accomplished ranch manager with expertise in resource allocation, equipment maintenance, and stock monitoring. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure environmental compliance in livestock care.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
USPS Contractor
Self-employeed
Yeso
01.2008 - Current
- I started working with Ronald Merritt as a part time driver. Around 2010 I became his Friday driver and did so until 2022. I then applied for the contract and received the contract.
Cattle Rancher
Self-employeed
Yeso
09.1985 - Current
- Constructed pens, floating stations and collector strings for sea farms.
- Allocated resources to respond to insect infestation, drought and fire.
- Prepared reports required by state and federal laws.
- Coordinated position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
- Gathered and documented information about stock growth, production activities and environmental readings to make accurate plans and operational decisions.
- Coordinated clerical, recordkeeping, and marketing strategies to enhance business operations and boost profits.
- Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farms or ranches.
- Used recognized breeding practices to direct breeding or raising of stock.
- Collected and recorded growth, production and environmental data.
- Conducted or supervised stock examinations to identify diseases or parasites.
- Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
- Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Managed ranch schedules for livestock, special events, and crops.
- Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
- Managed herd health through deworming and administering other medications as needed.
- Operated farm machinery including loaders, balers, combines, mowers, sprayers, spreaders, tractors.
- Performed routine maintenance on ranch equipment such as tractors and trucks.
- Developed grazing plans that optimized land use while preserving soil fertility.
- Identified problems with animals early on in order to prevent further complications or losses.
- Provided instruction to new employees on proper methods of handling cattle.
- Provided care for newborn calves by administering vaccines and performing necessary treatments.
- Assisted in the branding and castrating of livestock.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations relating to the sale of livestock products.
- Monitored pastures for adequate feed supply, water availability, and fencing integrity.
- Supervised staff to ensure proper handling of livestock.
- Fed hay to cattle during winter months when pasture grasses were not available.
- Established relationships with local suppliers for feed and veterinary services.
- Conducted regular inspections for signs of illness or injury in cattle.
- Trained new workers on livestock handling and safety practices.
- Implemented rotational grazing strategies to optimize pasture use.
- Coordinated breeding programs to enhance herd genetics and productivity.
- Operated and maintained farm equipment and machinery for livestock care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goddard High School
Roswell, NM05-1982
Skills
- Resource allocation
- Contract management
- Stock monitoring
- Environmental compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service
Timeline
USPS Contractor
Self-employeed
01.2008 - Current
Cattle Rancher
Self-employeed
09.1985 - Current
High School Diploma -
Goddard High School