Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
Planned and implemented crop rotation schedules to maximize soil fertility.
Evaluated animals' health condition; administered medications when necessary.
Collected and recorded growth, production and environmental data.
Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
Conducted soil testing and analysis to determine optimal planting conditions.
Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farms or ranches.
Harvested crops at the optimum time for maximum yield and quality.
Peer Support Specialist
Ohio River Health Care
Albany , KY
03.2024 - 02.2025
Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need of emotional and mental support.
Educated clients on available community resources that could enhance their quality of life.
Counseled clients physical, mental factors impacting personal success.
Researched relevant topics related to mental health services or treatments.
Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
Transport Driver
Sparc Recovery
Russell Springs, KY
07.2023 - 03.2024
Kept customers satisfied and loyal by completing timely and accurate deliveries.
Worked with dispatch to update routes and inform customers of delays.
Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Maintained accurate records of deliveries, pickups, and mileage logs.
Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating them.
Feed Mill Operator
Yosemite Feed Mill
Liberty, KY
07.2021 - 07.2023
Maximized production by going beyond basic job requirements to work with team members, train new workers and enhance efficiency.
Analyzed work orders to assess workpiece specifications for determining tooling instructions.
Repaired minor damages or malfunctions on machines such as bearings, belts, chains.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any discrepancies found during inspections.
Adjusted controls on feed mill machines to regulate speed, pressure, temperature, and other variables.
Inspected completed pieces for conformance to specifications, collected measurements, assigned grades and removed defective work for disposal or recycling.
Assisted in mixing batches of feed according to customer specifications or company standards.
Conducted regular cleaning of machinery in accordance with safety regulations.
Observed milling and planing machine operation to adjust controls with specified tolerances.
Welding Fabricator
Gems Conveyor Installation
Wilder, KY
01.2018 - 06.2021
Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
Set up and operated rollers, presses, brakes, drills, punch press machines to shape metal pieces prior to welding.
Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
Bridge Carpenter
Intech Contracting
Lancaster, KY
04.2014 - 10.2017
Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
Checked blueprints to ensure accuracy of measurements taken during installation processes.
Measured, cut, and installed wood, steel and concrete components for bridge construction projects.
Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times.
Applied protective coatings to finished bridge surfaces as needed.
Maintained logs of labor hours worked on each project site.
Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
Welded metal components in accordance with industry standards.
Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wayne County High School
Monticello, KY
05-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Diesel Mechanic
Somerset Community College
Somerset, KY
01-2009
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Project Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01-2028
Skills
Farm machinery operation
Farm equipment maintenance
Brush cutting
Gravel spreading
Debris clearing
Trench digging
Heavy equipment operation
Excavation expertise
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Ohio River Health Care
03.2024 - 02.2025
Transport Driver
Sparc Recovery
07.2023 - 03.2024
Feed Mill Operator
Yosemite Feed Mill
07.2021 - 07.2023
Welding Fabricator
Gems Conveyor Installation
01.2018 - 06.2021
Bridge Carpenter
Intech Contracting
04.2014 - 10.2017
Farmer
Shoemaker Family Farms
03.1989 - Current
High School Diploma -
Wayne County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Diesel Mechanic
Somerset Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Project Management