Matthew McAllister
O'Brien,FL
Summary
Versatile professional with a rich background in wildlife care and dog training. Known for implementing effective training strategies and fostering teamwork, dedicated to enhancing animal welfare and operational success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Dog Trainer
Chinquapin farms
O'Brien , FL
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted in training dogs using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed individualized training plans for various dog breeds and behaviors.
- Monitored and evaluated dogs' progress during training sessions.
- Collaborated with senior trainers to improve training methodologies and practices.
Property manager
Hickory Head plantation
Quitman , Georgia
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Developed budgets for property operations and monitored expenses effectively.
- Managed property to develop quail, deer, turkey, and duck habitat.
- Trained staff for the quail hunting party.
- Coordinated with guests to customize hunting itinerary
- Oversaw maintenance of buildings, and equipment
Woods worker/Dog Trainer
Towaliga plantation
Forsyth, GA
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, checking supplies, and ensuring proper operation of machinery.
Trapper/Hunting party scout/Animal Caretaker
Four Oaks Plantation
Thomasville , GA
04.2015 - 08.2019
- Set traps effectively to capture various wildlife species.
- Inspected and maintained trapping equipment for optimal performance.
- Recorded data on wildlife populations for management reports.
- Maintained records of trapping activities including catch data, trap locations, animal species.
- Assist in dog training and development.
- General hunting land maintenance, burning, mowing, blocking, etc.
- Waterfowl hunting.
- Feral hog trapping.
- Deer hunting.
- Firearms maintenance.
- Fishing guide.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mary Persons High School
Forsyth, GA05-2013
Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Individualized training plans
- Property management
- Wildlife management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
Timeline
Assistant Dog Trainer
Chinquapin farms
07.2021 - Current
Property manager
Hickory Head plantation
07.2020 - 07.2021
Woods worker/Dog Trainer
Towaliga plantation
08.2019 - 07.2020
Trapper/Hunting party scout/Animal Caretaker
Four Oaks Plantation
04.2015 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Mary Persons High School