Dedicated and dependable Farm Hand with extensive experience at Turnaround Livestock and Exotics, enhancing farm productivity through effective livestock care and machinery operation. Proven ability to collaborate with teams and maintain high standards of animal welfare, demonstrating strong physical stamina and expertise in farm equipment maintenance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Hand
Turnaround Livestock and Exotics
05.2024 - Current
Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
Assisted in birth of livestock, enhancing farm's productivity and animal well-being with skilled support.
Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
Cleaned stalls, pens, and equipment using Type tools for optimal health of Type animals.
Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites.
Farm Hand
Spotted Things
05.2022 - 05.2023
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.
Fabrication Welder
Nelson Truck and Trailer Service
01.2019 - 05.2022
Enhanced operational efficiency of horse trailers.
Fabrication Worker
Shadow Trailer
08.2015 - 01.2019
Building living quarters in horse trailer
Landscaper
WB Landscaping and Yard Service
01.2010 - 03.2013
Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Fabrication Welder
Contact Welding
04.2009 - 03.2011
Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
Documented welding on specified work order.
Pipefitter
Uscp
02.2008 - 08.2009
Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
Threaded pipes using piping machines.
Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
Supported fellow team members in their tasks, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized both safety and efficiency.
Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Pipefitter
Elkhorn Construction
02.2007 - 06.2008
Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
Threaded pipes using piping machines.
Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.