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Matthew Wiper

Leamington

Summary

Accountable Farm Hand with several years of experience operating farming equipment performing various tasks. Hardworking and friendly individual skilled at cultivating and harvesting crops. Team-oriented worker comfortable delegating tasks to team members. Skilled in tractor and forklift operation.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Laborer

Wm. & Brad Wiper
04.2016 - Current
  • Operated farm machinery for planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure safety.
  • Supported irrigation system management by monitoring water usage and crop needs.
  • Participated in crop inspection to identify pests and diseases for timely intervention.
  • Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily farming tasks.
  • Learned proper handling techniques for tools and equipment used in farming operations.
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
  • Reduced waste by effectively managing resources such as water, fertilizer, and pesticides.
  • Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.

Grower

Great Lakes Greenhouses Inc.
09.2004 - 04.2016
  • Trained junior growers on best practices in planting, harvesting, and sustainability methods.
  • Implemented pest management strategies to safeguard crops from infestations and diseases.
  • Monitored nutrient levels and adjusted feeding schedules to support healthy crop development.
  • Conducted regular inspections of plants, identifying issues early to minimize loss and improve yield quality.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in horticulture.
  • Ensured timely delivery of plants by coordinating shipping schedules with transportation department.
  • Collaborated with the head grower to develop and implement new cultivation techniques for increased yield.
  • Performed regular maintenance on greenhouse equipment to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
  • Optimized greenhouse conditions for improved plant health, adjusting temperature, humidity, and lighting as needed.
  • Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.

Education

No Degree - Agriculture

Ridgetown College
Ridgetown, ON
05-2003

Skills

  • Physical stamina and endurance
  • Farm equipment operation
  • Teamwork and communication
  • Greenhouse operations experience
  • Insecticides application
  • Farm equipment maintenance
  • Tractor operation proficiency
  • Dependable and hardworking
  • Forklift operation

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Farm Laborer

Wm. & Brad Wiper
04.2016 - Current

Grower

Great Lakes Greenhouses Inc.
09.2004 - 04.2016

No Degree - Agriculture

Ridgetown College

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