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Work History
Education
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Certification
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ROBERTO A. SANTO

VALRICO,FL

Summary

Avid outdoorsman with knowledge and skills required in an office setting. Excellent English, writing, and public speaking skills. Seen by many with natural leadership skills and charisma required to lead crew or team either in a ranch setting or in an office. Substantial knowledge on both Florida and U.S history. Devoted to helping others by encouraging them to push past their comfort zones. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ranch Hand

LITHIA AREA AND COMMONS
07.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites.
  • Documented animal growth, production costs, individual behaviors, feeding patterns and other data in daily logs and main database, noting trends, and identifying areas of concern.
  • Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.

Mechanic Assistant

ROBERT'S AUTO SHOP
05.2019 - Current
  • Worked alongside senior mechanics to gain hands-on experience with advanced repair techniques and tools.
  • Performed oil changes, tire rotations, and other routine maintenance tasks to keep vehicles running smoothly.
  • Conducted routine oil changes, tire rotations, fluid replacements, and bulb changes.
  • Cleaned and organized work areas, tools and equipment to support productivity.
  • Enhanced workshop efficiency with proper tool organization and inventory management.
  • Supported senior mechanics in completing major overhauls, extending the lifespan of vehicles.
  • Performed oil changes, tire rotations and basic vehicle maintenance in alignment with customer requests.
  • Followed detailed instructions of lead mechanic to achieve quality standards.
  • Reduced hazards by maintaining safe and clean working environment for mechanics.
  • Tested vehicles after repairs to verify performance, safety and functionality.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical problems and develop prompt solutions.

History Tutor

Lithia Springs Elementary
01.2023 - 01.2023
  • Mentored students on best practices for research papers, resulting in higher quality submissions and overall improved writing abilities.
  • Assisted students in developing effective study habits, leading to increased confidence and academic success in their history courses.
  • Fostered an inclusive learning environment that welcomed diverse perspectives, promoting rich discussions on historical context and implications.
  • Gave 5th grade students an in-person lesson on American Industrialization practices of the early 1900s.

Class President

Randall Middle School
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Attended the Hillsborough County Public School Student Forum to represent the interests and needs of Randall Middle School.
  • Facilitated open forums to address student concerns, fostering an environment of trust and transparency.
  • Cultivated a supportive environment by addressing issues such as bullying prevention through awareness campaigns led by the Class President office.
  • Created engaging social media content to keep students informed about upcoming events and important announcements related to their class experience.
  • Strengthened relationships among classmates by planning team-building activities during class meetings and retreats.
  • Enhanced school spirit by organizing and leading various pep rallies and events.
  • Attended school and board meetings, staying up-to-date on school policies and procedures.
  • Welcomed students and families during school events and distributed necessary event information.

Education

Newsome High School
Lithia, FL
05.2026

Skills

  • Equipment Repair
  • Physical Strength
  • Farm and ranch operations
  • Tractor driving
  • Medication Administration
  • Pasture Management
  • Motivational Skills
  • Team Supervision
  • Committee leadership
  • Paper Writing
  • Automotive mechanics
  • Expertise in history
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Student Engagement
  • Historical Interpretation
  • Basic Welding

Accomplishments

    2021 Randall Middle School Class President. 2021 Randall Middle School Hillsborough County Annual Student Forum Representative. 2022 Randall Middle School TEDX speaker. AEST Certified Agricultural Mechanic, Agricultural Science, and Agricultural Associate specialist.

    Documented and resolved Poultry Lice which led to increased egg production on Lithia poultry farm.

Certification

  • Certified Agricultural Associate.
  • Certified Agricultural Specialist.
  • Certified Agricultural Mechanic.

Languages

Latin
Elementary
Italian
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

History Tutor

Lithia Springs Elementary
01.2023 - 01.2023

Class President

Randall Middle School
09.2021 - 05.2022

Ranch Hand

LITHIA AREA AND COMMONS
07.2021 - Current

Mechanic Assistant

ROBERT'S AUTO SHOP
05.2019 - Current

Newsome High School
ROBERTO A. SANTO