Kurt Beaton
Mission,BC
Summary
Driven and diligent, I leveraged my expertise in equipment operation and time management at Little Qualicum Cheeseworks, significantly enhancing milking efficiency and farm cleanliness. My adeptness in machinery upkeep and a strong physical stamina contributed to successful seasonal harvests, showcasing my ability to meet and exceed employer expectations in demanding agricultural settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter Helper
Viper Fire Protection
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Measured, cut, threaded and assembled new pipe to place assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
- Collaborated with experienced pipefitters to learn advanced techniques and improve personal skills in the field.
- Tested piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
- Maintained high standards in workmanship, resulting in consistently positive feedback from supervisors and clients.
- Improved learning, sought out additional tasks to increase knowledge and skills in pipefitting.
- Set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.
Dairy Farm Hand
Little Qualicum Cheeseworks
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Operate skid steer to put fresh bedding for cows.
- Operated the Rake during haying.
- Operate scraper tractor to clean out crossovers.
- General duties to keep barn, pens and water troughs clean.
- Rake and clean stall cows.
- Scrub and clean robotic milker.
- Clean the calf barn and prepare with fresh sawdust.
- Clean and feed goats and sheep.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Helped with seasonal public events at the farm.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
Grain Farm Hand
Dutton Farms
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Operated New Holland CR11 combine harvesting wheat, canola and soybean.
- Morning chores such as fuel and grease all machines.
- operated New Holland T9 700.
- Daily general farm cleanup.
- Supported successful harvests through seeding season by making sure all seeders were full of seed.
- Assisted in spraying crops with a John Deere 616R sprayer.
- Branded and tagged cattle before they went out to pasture.
Education
High School Diploma -
École Ballenas Secondary
Parksville, BC01.2024
Skills
- Heavy Lifting
- Pesticides and Herbicides
- Physical Stamina
- Milking Machines
- Time Management
- Irrigation Systems
- Wood Chopping
- Machinery upkeep
- Equipment Operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Newborn calf care
- Harvesting knowledge
- Agricultural Tractors
- Stall Cleaning
- Seed Testing
- Sanitation Practices
Languages
Dirt biking, fishing, hiking and hockey.
I really enjoy being outside and all outdoor activities.
I used to race dirt bikes and mountain bikes and have played hockey all my life.
Timeline
Pipefitter Helper
Viper Fire Protection
09.2024 - 10.2024
Grain Farm Hand
Dutton Farms
05.2023 - 10.2023
Dairy Farm Hand
Little Qualicum Cheeseworks
07.2022 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
École Ballenas Secondary
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