Riley Freeman
Weiser,ID
Summary
Skilled in fence installation and repair, I excel in material knowledge and team leadership, demonstrated at D&R Fencing where I enhanced client satisfaction through quality work and efficient project completion. My adeptness in heavy lifting and mentoring junior installers showcases my blend of hard and soft skills, contributing to a consistent performance standard.
Dependable ranch hand with initiative to work independently and take on any task. Dedicated and focused with exceptional talents in roping heading and heeling.
Energetic and reliable with passion for working outdoors and strong sense of responsibility. Well-versed in livestock care and maintenance, including feeding and basic veterinary care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Fence Installer
D&R Fencing
02.2023 - Current
- Trained new employees on installation techniques, tools, and company procedures to maintain consistently high performance standards.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing high-quality fence installations and timely project completions.
- Mentored junior installers in best practices for fence construction and maintenance tasks.
- Conducted regular quality checks during installations to uphold the company''s reputation for excellence.
- Optimized material usage by accurately estimating material needs for each installation project.
- Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.
- Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
- Joined, raised and secured fence segments in place.
- Inspected fences for gaps and vulnerabilities, making necessary adjustments.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
- Used power-driven auger to hollow out postholes with efficiency and manual digging methods for less complex work.
- Contacted local officials to determine utility and water line locations prior to digging on any property.
Ranch Hand
Maddox Ranch
08.2017 - 01.2021
- Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
- Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
- Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
- Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
- Ensured healthy livestock through regular monitoring, vaccination, and treatment of illnesses.
- Provided comprehensive care for horses including grooming, feeding, exercising, and medical attention as needed.
- Cared for about 250 animals by feeding, watering, vaccinating and assisting with birthing.
- Assisted in the safe birth of livestock by monitoring pregnant animals closely and acting as a birthing assistant when necessary.
- Groomed horses to prepare for exhibitions.
- Conducted regular health checks on animals to preemptively address any signs of illness or distress.
- Improved pasture management through systematic rotational grazing techniques.
- Enhanced ranch safety with regular maintenance of fences and equipment.
- Ensured optimal animal health by administering vaccines and treatments as required.
- Streamlined feeding processes, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition tailored to their needs.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of cattle and horses, prioritizing health and wellness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lost River
Merrill, OR05-2013
Skills
- Fence installation expertise
- Material knowledge
- Heavy lifting
- Fence repair/ tear out
- Layout planning
- Digging post holes
- Power tool operation
- Hand tool proficiency
Timeline
Lead Fence Installer
D&R Fencing
02.2023 - Current
Ranch Hand
Maddox Ranch
08.2017 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Lost River
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