Steve Ray
Nester Falls,ON
Summary
Driven professional with extensive experience in agriculture and landscaping, notably as a Farming Manager for Wayne Ray, where I significantly reduced operational costs and enhanced farm efficiency by integrating modern technology. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and demonstrating a strong work ethic, I excel in delivering exceptional results through effective resource management and customer service.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Maintenance Worker
Boreal Bay Camp
06.2024 - Current
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Checked equipment for safety and functionality before operating.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
Farming Manager
Wayne Ray
07.1993 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with external stakeholders such as suppliers, buyers, and government agencies to ensure smooth business operations in compliance with regulations.
- Monitored market trends to determine the best pricing strategy for selling crops and livestock products.
- Reduced operational costs through effective resource management and streamlined farm processes.
- Increased overall farm efficiency by integrating modern technology and equipment into daily operations.
- Implemented successful pest control strategies, reducing crop damage and losses significantly.
- Ensured optimal livestock health with proper feeding, vaccination, and routine veterinary checkups.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Fed and watered over [Number] [Type] animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Mickey Plowman
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Supported environmental initiatives by adhering to best practices in erosion control, sediment management, and stormwater runoff prevention during operations.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Improved fuel efficiency by monitoring equipment usage and implementing energy-saving techniques during operation.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
Education
Gunsmithing - Gunsmithing
Ashworth Community Collage
Online Collage 10.2009
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Power Tool Usage
- First Aid Training
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Organic Gardening
- Gutter cleaning
- Basic Carpentry
- Snow Removal
- Fence Repair
- Painting and staining
- Composting Techniques
- Erosion Control
- Fertilizer Application
- Pest Management
- Debris Removal
- Native Plant Knowledge
- Drainage Solutions
- Landscaping Material Handling
- Seasonal Plant Care
- Garden Bed Maintenance
- Yard Clean-Up
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Chainsaw Operation
- Outdoor installations
- Using hand tools
- Garden maintenance
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Residential Landscaping
- Equipment Maintenance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Yard Maintenance Worker
Boreal Bay Camp
06.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Mickey Plowman
10.2019 - 01.2021
Farming Manager
Wayne Ray
07.1993 - 08.2022
Gunsmithing - Gunsmithing
Ashworth Community Collage
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