Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
Timeline
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Parker Hilke

Markesan,WI

Summary

Enthusiastic and mechanically-inclined high school student with a deep-rooted interest in agricultural & agricultural equipment. Eager to leverage hands-on experience with small engines, farm tools & equipment, along with a strong work ethic into an apprentice or shop assistant role. Ready to learn the ropes of farm machinery repair, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crew Member

Indoors Out Landscaping
Montello, WI
08.2023 - Current
  • Operated landscaping equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily tasks.
  • Assisted in planting, pruning, and maintaining various plant species to enhance aesthetic appeal.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute landscaping projects within established timelines.
  • Monitors inventory levels of materials (oil, gas, weed mat, etc.) and tools, facilitating timely reordering as needed.
  • Trained new crew members on proper techniques for lawn care and maintenance on equipment.
  • Conducted routine inspections of sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Works well with teammates and accepts coaching from management.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete jobs.
  • Provides excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Addressed customers needs, questions, or concerns.

Dairy Farm Hand

Trillium Farms
Berlin, WI
05.2023 - 03.2026
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency in barn management tasks.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment, identifying and carrying out maintenance needs proactively (greasing equipment, pressure washing equipment, etc.)
  • Assisted in planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops; running pack tractor on feed piles,
  • Actively participated in animal care routines, including feeding, grooming, and monitoring general health conditions.
  • Reported broken or damaged equipment to supervisor for repair or replacement.
  • Assisted in increasing overall herd health through preventative care measures, such as vaccinations and deworming treatments.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe working environment, addressing potential hazards promptly and effectively.
  • Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
  • Herded livestock.
  • Maintained farm property by mowing, weed trimming, etc.

Education

High School Diploma -

Markesan High School (currently Enrolled)
Markesan

Skills

  • Knowledge of maintenance of farm equipment & machinery (greasing, etc)
  • Running of farm equipment & machinery, safely & efficiently
  • Quick learner
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Cleaning & maintenance (job sites, 4-H animals, workshops, farm/landscaping equipment, greasing equipment, etc)
  • Customer engagement
  • Flexible schedule
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Excellent math skills
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Great Problem-solving skills
  • Creativity

Accomplishments

  • Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Cow
  • First Place Showmanship at the County Fair

Certification

  • YQCA
  • Tractor Safety

Interests

  • Farm machinery models
  • Farm displays
  • Working with farm animals
  • Agriculture
  • Farming
  • Hunting
  • Outdoors
  • Mechanics
  • Small engines repair
  • Trucks,
  • Hiking

Timeline

Crew Member

Indoors Out Landscaping
08.2023 - Current

Dairy Farm Hand

Trillium Farms
05.2023 - 03.2026

High School Diploma -

Markesan High School (currently Enrolled)