Tyson Mackenzie
Black Diamond,AB
Summary
Dynamic agricultural professional with extensive experience at Eastren New Mexico University, enhancing animal health through effective herd monitoring and disease prevention planning. Proven ability to operate farm equipment with precision while implementing sustainable practices. Strong collaboration skills foster facility improvements and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agricultural Worker(sprayer)
Matt Lait
Longview, AB
05.2025 - Current
- Improved project completion time by efficiently using spray equipment and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Increased efficiency by planning work schedules according to weather conditions or other external factors affecting spraying operations.
Livestock Manager
Eastren New Mexico University
Portales New Mexico
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Enhanced animal health and welfare through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely medical interventions.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop long-term plans for facility improvements and expansion projects.
- Coordinated transport logistics for moving animals between different farms or facilities in a timely manner while adhering to biosecurity protocols.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by maintaining accurate records of livestock treatments, movements, and performance data.
Farm Laborer
Duane Gervis
Okotoks, AB
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Supported animal welfare by providing proper care, feeding, and living conditions for livestock.
- Built and mended fencing to prevent stock from straying, divide land and improve organization.
Ranch Hand
Black Diamond Land and Cattle
Millarville, AB
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Increased overall productivity with regular maintenance of ranch equipment and facilities.
- Improved herd health by implementing preventive measures and administering routine vaccinations.
- Implemented sustainable farming practices to promote environmental conservation on the property.
- Ensured animal welfare, monitoring their well-being and addressing any health concerns promptly.
- Optimized pasture rotations based on livestock nutritional requirements and available resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Eastren New Mexico University
Portales NM05-2025
Associate of Science - Animal Health
Dawson Community College
Glendive Mt12-2022
High School Diploma -
Foothills Composite High School
Okotoks, AB05-2021
Skills
- Animal welfare compliance
- Farm equipment operation
- Herd health monitoring
- Grazing management techniques
- Disease prevention planning
- Feed formulation expertise
- Livestock nutrition management
- Genetic selection strategies
Certification
CPR, First Aid 2022
Artificial Insemination 2024
Timeline
Agricultural Worker(sprayer)
Matt Lait
05.2025 - Current
Livestock Manager
Eastren New Mexico University
08.2024 - 05.2025
Farm Laborer
Duane Gervis
05.2024 - 08.2024
Ranch Hand
Black Diamond Land and Cattle
04.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Eastren New Mexico University
Associate of Science - Animal Health
Dawson Community College
High School Diploma -
Foothills Composite High School