Andres Rodriguez
Hemet
Summary
Dynamic horse caretaker with proven expertise at Lovera Farm, excelling in horse training and stable management. Skilled in equine first aid and fostering optimal health through tailored care. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and implementing effective enrichment plans, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment for horses. Strong communicator and dedicated team player.
Construction safety professional with extensive experience in ensuring safe work environments and compliance with safety regulations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliable leadership, adaptability, and expertise in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety training. Trusted for consistent performance and effective safety management.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Equine care professional with strong background in maintaining health and well-being of horses through dedicated care routines. Proven ability to manage feeding schedules, grooming, and medical treatments while fostering safe and clean environment. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring highest standards of care.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Horse Caretaker
Lovera Farm
01.2018 - Current
- Provided daily grooming, feeding, and overall care for horses to ensure optimal health and well-being.
- Monitored horse behavior and health, reporting any concerns to management for timely intervention.
- Maintained stables and equipment, ensuring cleanliness and organization to promote safe working conditions.
- Assisted in training young horses through groundwork exercises, enhancing their readiness for riding programs.
- Coordinated with veterinarians for routine check-ups and vaccinations, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Developed feeding schedules tailored to individual horse needs, optimizing nutrition and performance outcomes.
- Implemented improvements in stable operations that increased efficiency in daily care routines and workflows.
- Ensured safety of horses by maintaining clean and secure stables at all times.
- Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
- Administered medications to horses as prescribed by veterinarians, resulting in improved health conditions.
- Monitored horse behavior for signs of stress or illness, promptly addressing any concerns with veterinary professionals.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
- Managed inventory of feed, supplies, and equipment necessary for daily horse care operations.
- Trained young horses for basic riding skills, leading to successful integration into riding programs.
- Led horses from stables to fields and back to maintain control of animals.
- Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
- Removed droppings, weeds and litter from fields to promote optimal riding environment.
- Checked horses for wellness issues to report problems or treat minor ailments and injuries.
- Tacked up horses to increase control over movements.
- Kept records of vaccinations, worming and shoeing to maintain animal health.
- Prepared horses for riding, competitions and shows to condition animals to perform at best.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
- Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Donned hard hat, riding boots and body protector on horseback to prevent injury to joints, bones and internal organs.
Safety Manager
Advanced Erosions Services
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Monitored safety and assessed risk levels and mitigation strategies at industrial worksites and on construction jobs.
- Maintained safety equipment inventory and ensured proper usage protocols were followed.
- Reviewed safety policies regularly, recommending updates based on industry standards.
- Managed personal protective equipment inventory effectively, ensuring workers always had access to appropriate gear while onsite.
- Made sure the workers have water would go to multiple jobsites around the inland empire and further to make sure they were never dehydrated.
- Have experience on job sites I know how to move around a job site.
- Also, know how to operate bobcat skid steer, mini excavator, tractors, skip loader, and loaders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Western Center Academy
Hemet, CABachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2029
Skills
- Horse handling
- Safety training
- Fire prevention
- Respiratory protection
- Construction site management
- Hand and power tool safety
- Problem-solving abilities
- Paperwork preparation
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equine first aid
- Horse training
- Stable management
- Riding proficiency
- Farrier coordination
- Hand and power tools
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Safety Manager
Advanced Erosions Services
06.2024 - 08.2024
Horse Caretaker
Lovera Farm
01.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Western Center Academy
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
California State University, Fullerton