Tracey Darnell
Cawker City
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at KDOC, adept in crisis management and conflict resolution. Proven ability to ensure safety through vigilant monitoring and de-escalation techniques. Holds a Class A CDL, demonstrating strong logistical skills and commitment to compliance in high-pressure environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
KDOC
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Crisis, high risk & mental health crisis experience.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Transportation and escorting experience: as well as experience working in Max RHU.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Self
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Self dispatch & communication experience.
- Knowledge of roadways, state & federal laws & regulations.
- Knowledge of maintaining equipment in a safe & orderly fashion.
- Class A CDL holder 13 years.
- Tanker endorsement
- Experience with grain, feed, commodities, livestock, flatbed (hauling hay), dropdeck (hauling equipment),
- Experienced in moving large equipment in & out of tight places.
- Knowledge of where and how without compete reliance on GPS, familiar with how to read a map.
Truck Driver
Kim Kay Trucking
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Experience dispatching & finding worthehile work for self & employer.
- Experience running & taking care of equipment for employer.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Farmer & Rancher
Self
03.2019 - 04.2023
- Farmed two quarters & a forty crop & pasture mix.
- Ran a 40 head cow/ calf operation
- Implemented cover crop utilization & rotational grazing.
- Worked with local vet when needed, however implemented, worked & treated own cattle year round.
- Experience with maintaining & operating both farming & feeding equipment.
- Fencing experience; barbed wire, electric fence & composite. Experience included has been both building & maintaining.
- Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
- Implemented technological advancements such as GPS-guided equipment or drone-based monitoring systems to improve ranch efficiency and data collection.
- Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
- Improved livestock health by implementing a comprehensive vaccination and deworming program.
Hog Farmer/ Husbandry
Oak Creek Farms
02.2018 - 02.2023
- Managed health & well- being of 3-4,000 2 week old weanlings to 280 + lb sale hogs.
- Overseeing and managing anything from within but not limited to mixing & timely giving of vaccinations, managing medication stock & administration, animal rotation, building maintenance, and air, water & waste quality.
- Experience in grinding, blending, hauling, dumping and rationing feed both medicated & non medicated.
- Experienced eye for animal health, & decision making including isolation as needed & care for sick animals.
- Experience in making Ethical and integrable decisions pertaining to animal health such as ethical euthaization.
- Experience in Bulk tank feed rationing.
- Experience with seasonal building equipment, & maintenance; L.B. White building heaters, Low & High level fan systems, Mister Systems & feed system operation & components.
- Farm hand experience also, including running harvest equipment, concrete pouring, bin construction, spray blending & tending, and trucking.
- Class A CDL Holder 13 years & experience in raising the product as well as transporting it.
- Knowledge of where product ends up and the standards that come with the end of the line product.
- Managed transportation logistics for both incoming supplies and outgoing products, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality standards.
- Supervised farm staff effectively, delegating tasks efficiently while ensuring adherence to best practices in hog rearing operations.
- Enhanced feed efficiency with the utilization of proper feeding techniques and regular monitoring of weight gain.
- Maintained open lines of communication with stakeholders, including management and clients, ensuring transparency in operation progress and results.
Farm Hand
Oak Creek Farms LLC.
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Trucking & Feeding experience
Truck Driver
Becker Livestock Express LLC.
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Assisted in start up, and maintaining operations.
- Self dispatch experience.
- Maintenance experience.
Truck Driver
Remus Farms Trucking LLC.
04.2015 - 03.2017
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
Truck Driver
Thomas & Sons Trucking
02.2014 - 10.2015
- Reefer & Dry van experience
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Food Service Worker
Downs Rehabilitation Center
02.2012 - 06.2012
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Food Service Worker
McCrite Retirement Home
08.2011 - 01.2012
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Food Service Worker
Strikers Bowling Center
01.2009 - 03.2011
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
General Farm Hand
Area Farmers
01.2008 - 03.2011
- Hay experience; including but not limited to tossing idiot blocks.
- Blending, tending & spraying experience.
- Bin Construction
- Livestock experience.
- Maintained farm infrastructure such as fences, gates, and storage facilities through regular inspection and repair work.
- Completed essential daily tasks such as feeding animals, cleaning enclosures, and checking water supplies to maintain optimal living conditions for livestock.
Construction Worker
Hollerich Construction
05.2009 - 08.2009
- Learned how to get up early and work hard.
- Roofing & concrete experience.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
Education
Washburn Rural
Topeka, KSSkills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
Affiliations
- Christian
- Conservative
Certification
- First Aid- CPR
- Self Defense
- Weapons
- Chemical agents & Use
- Use of Force Training
- Transportation
- Class A CDL holder of 13 years
- PQA & TQA Checkoff Certifications
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- My Family
- Outdoor Recreation
- Volunteering
- Embracing outdoor adventures such as Fishing and Hunting
Timeline
Correctional Officer
KDOC
03.2024 - 05.2025
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Self
06.2023 - 03.2024
Truck Driver
Kim Kay Trucking
02.2022 - 06.2023
Farmer & Rancher
Self
03.2019 - 04.2023
Hog Farmer/ Husbandry
Oak Creek Farms
02.2018 - 02.2023
Farm Hand
Oak Creek Farms LLC.
03.2017 - 05.2018
Truck Driver
Becker Livestock Express LLC.
02.2017 - 05.2018
Truck Driver
Remus Farms Trucking LLC.
04.2015 - 03.2017
Truck Driver
Thomas & Sons Trucking
02.2014 - 10.2015
Food Service Worker
Downs Rehabilitation Center
02.2012 - 06.2012
Food Service Worker
McCrite Retirement Home
08.2011 - 01.2012
Construction Worker
Hollerich Construction
05.2009 - 08.2009
Food Service Worker
Strikers Bowling Center
01.2009 - 03.2011
General Farm Hand
Area Farmers
01.2008 - 03.2011
Washburn Rural
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