Trenton Thompson

I operate industrial machinery. I load, feed, and monitor brass bar stock through the production equipment while following safety protocols and inspecting materials and machines for defects or irregularities during processing. I also maintain a safe and efficient workflow while working under supervisors direction, communicating with my supervisor regarding issues, maintenance needs or production concerns. At the end of the day I perform routine cleaning of machines and surrounding work areas. I am trusted to work independently and adapt to repetitive task with efficiency.

I own and operate a taxidermy business where I perform all aspects of the process, including preparing, preserving, mounting and finishing wildlife specimens to create lifelike displays. I manage client communication, scheduling, pricing, payments, legalized tagging and records while maintaining safe handling of materials and equipment. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of wildlife anatomy, time management, and the ability to work independently while delivering high quality results and following Missouri's Taxidermy Laws and requirements.

I supervised inmates to maintain safety, security, and order within the facility. My responsibilities included monitoring inmate behavior, transporting inmates, conducting security checks, enforcing rules and regulations, responding to incidents, and completing detailed reports. I operated under supervisors while remaining alert, professional, and calm in stressful situations. This role required strong communication skills, good judgement, and the ability to manage conflict while ensuring the safety of staff and inmates.

I worked at a farm where I operated heavy equipment including tractors, backhoes, mowers, bush hogs, and weed eaters to maintain land and crops. My responsibilities included field preparation, mowing, clearing vegetation, running polypipe for irrigation, equipment operation, and general farm maintenance. I also assisted with controlled field burns, following safety procedures and working as part of team to manage land effectively. This role required physical endurance, attention to safety, mechanical awareness, and the ability to work outdoors in demanding conditions.