Valente Reynoso-Heaton

Livestock & Feed Management

• Managed daily feeding operations for 100 cattle, maintaining consistent schedules while adapting to changing and extreme weather conditions.
• Gathered, sorted, moved, and monitored cattle; assisted with calving operations and identified signs of illness or distress.
• Provided hands-on livestock care, including doctoring calves and administering treatments.
• Performed swathing, raking, baling, loading, and hauling of 1,300-lb. alfalfa hay bales.

Equipment Operation

• Operated tractors, combines, drills, loaders, trucks, trailers, and other agricultural and industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Adapted quickly to unfamiliar equipment, becoming proficient with limited instruction.
• Navigated large machinery safely in tight, demanding, and unpredictable environments.

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Performed routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and servicing of tractors, grain carts, and other farm equipment.
• Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic systems, drive lines, bearings, and other mechanical components.
• Completed structural welding and hydraulic cylinder rebuilding as needed.
• Proactively troubleshot and completed repairs in-house, reducing reliance on dealership service calls.

Ranch Operations & Infrastructure

• Built, repaired, and maintained livestock fencing, gates, and other ranch infrastructure.
• Identified and implemented practical solutions to improve efficiency and equipment accessibility, including improved tool storage.
• Coordinated equipment transportation between ranch locations to support efficient daily operations.
• Collaborated with team members to resolve operational challenges and complete work safely and effectively.
• Worked long hours in physically demanding outdoor conditions while maintaining safety, attention to detail, and dependable performance.

• Conducted wildfire suppression operations in various terrains and conditions.
• Collaborated with team members to develop strategic fire containment plans.
• Monitored weather conditions to assess fire risks and adjust strategies accordingly.

• Developed strong relationships with clients to enhance brand loyalty.
• Participated in ongoing sales training programs to refine selling techniques.
• Answered inquiries from prospective customers regarding features of products and services offered.

• Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
• Prepared and served a variety of beverages to enhance guest experiences.
• Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery to patrons.