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Austin larson

CANAL FLATS,BC

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at J2 Ranch, adept at optimizing livestock welfare and enhancing operational efficiency. Proven problem-solver with strong mechanical skills, ensuring equipment reliability and safety. Recognized for effective teamwork and proactive decision-making, contributing to improved ranch productivity and resource management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Cattle Rancher

J2 Ranch
10.2015 - Current
  • Incorporated modern livestock handling techniques, minimizing stress on animals during routine procedures and improving overall welfare.
  • Monitored herd health closely, proactively addressing any potential issues or illnesses in a timely manner.
  • Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks ensuring minimal downtime during crucial periods like calving season.
  • Optimized ranch resources by assessing and adjusting stocking rates based on available forage and carrying capacity.
  • Maintained accurate records of breeding, production, and sales for informed decision-making on future ranch operations.
  • Managed daily ranch operations efficiently, delegating tasks to staff while maintaining clear communication channels.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Independent work orientated
  • problem solving under stress
  • Operated a large amount of equipment including Tractors with front loaders, air brake operated dump truck and tractor trailers and loaders, small excavators, skidsteers,
  • Mechanically inclined to keep equipment running with much care to service intervals
  • maintained all service intervals on a fleet on equipment, described above

Reman Plant Worker

Mardis Forest Products
06.2014 - 10.2015

- Proactively addressed potential hazards within the work area, eliminating risks before they could impact employee health or safety conditions adversely.

  • Operated various types of machinery proficiently, contributing significantly towards meeting production goals consistently over time.
  • worked in crew orientated environment

Education

High School Diploma -

David Thompson Secondary School
Invermere, BC

Skills

  • Physical strength
  • Safety practices
  • Basic mechanical skills
  • Facility maintenance
  • Physical dexterity
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Facility cleaning
  • Physical stamina
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Equipment monitoring

Accomplishments

Maintained a feed program with a average herd size of 250 Cows for 9 years 7 days a week

Ran equipment to harvest 300 acres of forage with various equipment bringing many skills to my ability's for thew past 9 years

Languages

English

Timeline

Cattle Rancher

J2 Ranch
10.2015 - Current

Reman Plant Worker

Mardis Forest Products
06.2014 - 10.2015

High School Diploma -

David Thompson Secondary School
Austin larson