Michael Carsten
Clovis
Summary
Retired contractor and business owner with extensive experience in concrete construction. Demonstrated strong work ethic and adaptability in managing diverse projects. Proven interpersonal skills developed through years of client interactions and team leadership. Experienced in agricultural management, including breeding and showing paint horses and overseeing a cattle operation of over 200 head.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Owner/Operator
Indian Springs Paint Horse Ranch
Clovis
04.1984 - 08.2017
- Managed daily operations of horse breeding and training programs.
- Oversaw care and feeding of horses, ensuring proper nutrition and health.
- Implemented health monitoring practices for horses to prevent illness.
- Conducted facility maintenance to ensure a safe and functional environment.
- Sourced new feed sources in order to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Ensured proper maintenance of equipment and buildings on the ranch.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, grounds, and fences to identify any areas needing improvement.
- Developed relationships with other ranchers in order to share best practices or collaborate on projects.
- Organized and implemented a comprehensive animal health program to ensure optimal care for all animals on the property.
- Used recognized breeding practices to direct breeding or raising of stock.
Owner/Operator
Heritage Bomanite, Inc.
Clovis
04.1994 - 02.2017
- Managed daily operations of concrete production and delivery, ensuring efficiency and quality.
- Oversaw project schedules and resource allocation for client projects to meet deadlines.
- Implemented safety protocols to uphold workplace compliance and mitigate risks.
- Trained and mentored staff on equipment operation and best practices for optimal performance.
- Developed strong client relationships to accurately assess concrete needs and enhance service.
- Coordinated logistics for material procurement and distribution to streamline processes.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to uphold business reputation and satisfaction.
- Maintained vendor relationships to secure favorable terms for materials and services.
Owner/Operator
Carsten Concrete, Inc.
Clovis
09.1970 - 03.1994
- Equivalent duties and responsibilities as detailed for Heritage Bomanite, Inc.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminology
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA06-1970
High School Diploma -
Sanger High School
Sanger, CA06-1968
Skills
- Labor management
- Site safety management
- Scheduling expertise
- Construction estimating and bidding
- Equipment management
- Construction site project life-cycle
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Hiring and training
- Design experience
- Conflict resolution
- Farm equipment operation
- Animal handling
- Animal breeding
- Pasture management
- Livestock management
- Fence building
- Irrigation systems
- Herd breeding
- Uber Driver
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Heritage Bomanite, Inc.
04.1994 - 02.2017
Ranch Owner/Operator
Indian Springs Paint Horse Ranch
04.1984 - 08.2017
Owner/Operator
Carsten Concrete, Inc.
09.1970 - 03.1994
Associate of Science - Criminology
Fresno City College
High School Diploma -
Sanger High School