Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Owen Hill

Redmond,OR

Summary

At Jacobs Farms, I excelled as Head Farm Hand, enhancing productivity by developing efficient irrigation systems and streamlining hay baling operations. Demonstrating strong decision-making and machinery operation skills, I led teams to exceed delivery deadlines, embodying dependability and a robust work ethic. My proactive approach to equipment maintenance significantly reduced downtime, directly impacting overall farm output.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Farm Hand

Jacobs Farms
03.2018 - Current
  • Trained and supervised farmhands in proper use of farm equipment and safety protocols.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted irrigation and crop schedules accordingly.
  • Developed and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
  • Maintained farm equipment for optimal performance, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
  • Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
  • Reduced downtime for hay baling and transportation operations through proactive maintenance of hay loading equipment.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to varying weather conditions, workload demands, and operational changes that impacted the daily routine of hay loading activities.
  • Supported farm management in meeting delivery deadlines by consistently completing hay loading tasks within established timeframes.
  • Increased overall productivity by streamlining the process of gathering, stacking, and loading hay bales.
  • Completed pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment and performed preventive maintenance as needed.
  • Operated forklifts to shift large containers of materials and crops ready for sale.
  • Ran tractors, combines and harvesters at different times to meet crop demands.
  • Installed and maintained irrigation systems for healthy crop development.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various farm and commercial vehicles legally.

Education

High School Diploma -

Redmond High School
Redmond, OR
06.2024

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Decision-making capabilities
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Communication and negotiation
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Physical Stamina
  • Machinery Operation
  • Equipment Repair and Maintenance
  • Forklift Operation
  • Task Prioritization
  • Irrigation System Maintenance
  • Agricultural machinery operation

Certification

Farm Endorsement, CDL Permit, Combo Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement .

Timeline

Head Farm Hand

Jacobs Farms
03.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Redmond High School
Owen Hill