Mavrik Matthews
Foremost,AB
Summary
Experienced farm hand with a strong background in machinery operation and equipment maintenance at Kerkhoff Family Farms. Demonstrated success in improving agricultural productivity through efficient crop planting and custom harvesting techniques. Exceptional problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail contribute to effective farm operations and livestock management. Involvement in potato harvest operations further showcases versatility and commitment to agricultural excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Hand
Kerkhoff Famly Farms/714613 Alberta Ltd.
Taber, Alberta
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Rebuilt lowboy trailer to improve transportation capabilities.
- Serviced various machines, enhancing reliability and performance.
- Planted corn and seeded general crops for increased agricultural output.
- Executed custom harvesting operation
- Managed grain cart operations to ensure uninterrupted combine activity.
- Cut and stacked timothy for effective management of feed supplies.
- Refurbished house after clearing old structures, enhancing livability.
- Operated water truck to sustain sprayer operation
Farm Hand
877 Farms Ltd
Grassy Lake, Alberta
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Operated potato equipment.
- Trucked potatoes off the field.
- Helped fix and keep the potato digger running.
Farm Hand
LOU DOTCO FARMS LTD.
Bow Island, Alberta
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Operated farm machinery for seeding and harvesting crops.
- I worked on the equipment throughout the winter.
- Serviced irrigation pivots.
- I drove semis from field to field.
- Sprayed
Farm Hand
Proud Farms Ltd.
Foremost, Alberta
07.2023 - 01.2024
- managed livestock
- Rebuilt corrals and pasture fence.
- Frame-off restoration through the winter on a truck.
- Helped with the harvest.
- hauled dirt.
- operated excavator
- Manure spreading.
- Bailing
- Renovated a two-story house.
Rig Hand
Spirit West Energy Services Corp.
Medicine Hat, Alberta
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Assisted in the setup and teardown of service rig equipment.
- Lubricated moving parts on rigs as needed to prevent breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Observed safety protocols while performing all duties related to oil field operations.
- Ensured that all tools are stored properly after each shift has ended.
- Participated in company safety meetings to learn different ways to alleviate accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Foremost High School
Foremost, AB06-2023
Skills
- Machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Livestock care
- Custom harvesting
- Vehicle operation
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Adaptation to change
- Attention to detail
- Farm equipment repair
- Time management
- Field operations
- Fertilizer application
- Harvesting techniques
- Crop planting
- Chemical application
- Livestock management
- Farm equipment operation
- Fence repair
- Machinery upkeep
- John Deere equipment
Rferences
- Todd Kerkhoff - 403-634-8393
- John Zelenks - 403-331-8535
- Louis Leprieur - 403-594-2665
- Ehren Shutter - 403-360-5544
Timeline
Farm Hand
Kerkhoff Famly Farms/714613 Alberta Ltd.
11.2024 - 10.2025
Farm Hand
877 Farms Ltd
09.2024 - 10.2024
Farm Hand
Proud Farms Ltd.
07.2023 - 01.2024
Rig Hand
Spirit West Energy Services Corp.
02.2023 - 03.2023
Farm Hand
LOU DOTCO FARMS LTD.
06.2019 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Foremost High School