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Mason Dalton

Austinsville,VA

Summary

Dynamic and dependable professional with a proven track record at Dawn Auction and Gardner Farms, excelling in customer engagement and machinery operation. Demonstrated ability to enhance team efficiency and foster a safe work environment. Known for dependable hard work and skilled in preventive maintenance, consistently driving success and operational excellence.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Auction Assistant

Dawn Auction
07.2020 - Current
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Maximized bidder participation by effectively communicating upcoming auctions through various marketing channels.
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate logistics, resulting in seamless auction set-up and breakdown processes.

Farm Hand

Gardner Farms
04.2022 - 10.2024
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
  • Operated diverse hand and power tools; chainsaw, weed eater, and heavy equipment such as, dump trucks, large and small excavators, bull dozers, and tractor with attachments.
  • Digging ditches, laid pipe, and cutting brush.
  • Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
  • Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of cattle stock, prioritizing health and wellness.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods.
  • Patrolled grazing grounds using ATVs and horses to monitor animals and determine movement, care or health-related needs.

Education

CDL Course - Class A CDL

Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VA
06-2024

Associate of Applied Science - Forrest Management Technology

Mountain Gateway Community College
Clifton Forge, VA
05-2024

High School Diploma -

Carroll County High School
Hillsville, VA
05-2022

Skills

  • Customer Engagement
  • Team building
  • Product Knowledge
  • Team member motivation
  • Experience in performing preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs
  • Ability to preform heavy manual labor
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Machinery Operation
  • Worksite safety
  • Following Instructions

Certification

  • CDL Class A License
  • Wildland Firefighter (S100,S110,S190,S130,ICS100, FEMAIS 700B, S212.)
  • OSHA Certified
  • CPR/AED Certification June 2024

Timeline

Farm Hand

Gardner Farms
04.2022 - 10.2024

Auction Assistant

Dawn Auction
07.2020 - Current

CDL Course - Class A CDL

Wytheville Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Forrest Management Technology

Mountain Gateway Community College

High School Diploma -

Carroll County High School
Mason Dalton