JASON TACKITT
Penn Valley,CA
Summary
Hands-on equipment operator with extensive experience working in steep terrain, managing land, and maintaining irrigation and water systems. Background includes snowcat operations in high-risk environments and recent production work involving power tools, material handling, and process-driven tasks. Known for strong safety awareness, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in demanding outdoor conditions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Technician
Geoship
Grass Valley, CA
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated various power tools and equipment in a production environment
- Built custom molds for casting bioceramic geodesic dome components
- Operated forklift and assisted with material handling and workflow
- Maintained quality standards and followed detailed production processes
- Troubleshot minor mechanical and process issues
Owner / Operator
HeartandSol Farm
Penn Valley, CA
01.2015 - 01.2024
- Operated equipment for grading, hauling, and site preparation
- Designed and maintained irrigation and water distribution systems
- Performed drainage, erosion control, and terrain management
- Evaluated site conditions for safe and effective work methods
- Conducted equipment inspections and maintenance
Snowmaker & Snowcat Operator
Palisades Tahoe
Olympic Valley, CA
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Operated Piston Bully and Bombardier snowcats and snowmobiles in steep, adverse terrain under quickly changing weather conditions
- Performed terrain grading and surface preparation
- Worked with high-pressure water systems
- Evaluated terrain for safe equipment operation
- Maintained strict safety discipline
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
North Lake Tahoe
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Managed client projects and delivered high-quality results under tight deadlines
- Coordinated logistics and worked in dynamic outdoor environments
Education
Associate of Arts - Photography
Lake Tahoe Community College
South Lake Tahoe, CA2013
Skills
- Equipment Operation (snowcat, forklift, machinery)
- Grading, Excavation & Terrain Work
- Irrigation & Water Distribution Systems
- Equipment Inspection & Preventative Maintenance
- Power Tool Proficiency
- Safety & Hazard Awareness
- Field Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
- Crew Coordination
Timeline
Production Technician
Geoship
01.2025 - 01.2026
Owner / Operator
HeartandSol Farm
01.2015 - 01.2024
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
01.2008 - 01.2014
Snowmaker & Snowcat Operator
Palisades Tahoe
01.2001 - 01.2007
Associate of Arts - Photography
Lake Tahoe Community College
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in steep Sierra terrain
- Forklift operation experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Outdoor work in extreme conditions
- Local Nevada County resident