Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Jacob Parsons

Cowra,NSW

Summary

Highly-skilled and safety-focused professional adept at reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, and other technical diagrams to ensure accuracy in structural metal fabrication. Proven track record of completing projects on time and within budget. Experienced in operating a variety of metalworking machines and equipment, including shears, brakes, and pipe-bending machines to cut and shape material. Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Horse Breaker

Self Employed
02.2024 - Current
  • Reduced equipment downtime by promptly identifying and addressing mechanical issues.
  • Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
  • Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected, and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
  • Instilled basics of horsemanship and riding in beginners, first-time or occasional riders, refining knowledge, and skills of more advanced riders.
  • Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries, and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
  • Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues, or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.

Metal Fabricator

CMG Frames
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Fabricated structural steel components for a variety of projects using cutting, welding and grinding techniques.
  • Operated machinery such as shears, brakes, presses and other fabrication equipment to shape metal parts.
  • Demonstrated excellent attention to detail when measuring, cutting, forming and finishing metal pieces during the fabrication process.
  • Repaired damaged components or reworked existing fabrications as needed due to changes in design requirements or customer specifications.
  • Interpreted technical drawings accurately in order to produce high-quality finished products that meet design specifications.
  • Used welding tools to shape components according to job requirements.
  • Performed layout work from blueprints, sketches and templates to ensure accuracy in the production process.

Railroad Track Laborer

GTE
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Ensured accurate measurements for track installations with precise leveling and alignment tools.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to complete large-scale track projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Completed required training modules regularly to stay up-to-date on industry best practices and enhance job performance.
  • Completed thorough documentation of work performed to ensure clear communication between team members and supervisors.
  • Maintained smooth rail operations by promptly addressing any identified issues in the tracks, ties, or ballast.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks for necessary tools and supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for ongoing projects.

Maintenance Worker

Austco Polar
10.2023 - 11.2023
  • Performed preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of mechanical equipment and systems in accordance with established procedures.
  • Maintained records of scheduled maintenance procedures and inventory of supplies.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts and components.
  • Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
  • Installed plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, water heaters, boilers, and other related components.
  • Installed wiring, light fixtures and plumbing systems.
  • Assisted in the installation of new machines or equipment following manufacturer's instructions.
  • Operated various types of powered industrial vehicles such as forklifts for material handling purposes.
  • Repaired electrical wiring, switches, outlets and other components according to local building codes.

Horse Breaker

JT Parsons Bloodstock
09.2020 - 08.2023
  • Monitored horses' health and temperament for signs of injury and illness.
  • Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
  • Followed exercise training programs laid out by horse trainer and walked, galloped and trotted horses regularly.
  • Worked with riders and jockeys to break horse habits.
  • Educated and rode thoroughbred horses to become accustomed to track riding with both slow and fast work.

Forman

Dan Parsons Racing
10.2019 - 02.2021
  • Monitored horses' health and temperament for signs of injury and illness.
  • Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
  • Prepared horses for travel.
  • Followed exercise training programs laid out by horse trainer and walked, galloped and trotted horses regularly.
  • Reported to trainer on horse's progress and performance and discussed each horse's fitness or training concerns.
  • Taught and rode young thoroughbred horses to become accustomed to riding with groups of horses during racing career.
  • Rode up to 15 racehorses at gallop speed to prepare for competition and taught horses to respond to oral, leg and rein commands.
  • Educated and rode thoroughbred horses to become accustomed to track riding with both slow and fast work.
  • Observed animals' physical conditions to detect illness and unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.

Chaser Bin Driver

Castleden Contracting
10.2019 - 02.2020
  • Gathered, prepared, operated and maintained equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
  • Drove, operated and maintained farm equipment and tools.
  • Followed maps and GPS systems to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Loaded hoppers, containers and conveyors to feed machines with products.

Fencer

Britt Fencing
06.2019 - 01.2020
  • Loaded fencing tools and materials onto trucks before shift start and unloaded products at job site.
  • Made repairs to broken post braces and fence panels and assessed fence for other damaged areas.
  • Removed rocks, stones and other debris from areas where fencing was to be installed.
  • Handled residential and commercial projects, which involved installing wire, wood and vinyl fences at different locations.
  • Verified that customers signed off on documents following repairs and fence installations, finalizing orders.
  • Constructed metal, chain link and wooden fences and borders.
  • Positioned and clamped work pieces together to assemble jig fixtures.
  • Planned and laid out work according to prepared sketches and blueprints.
  • Used measuring and marking equipment to measure and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment.
  • Created postholes with appropriate equipment, including spades and posthole diggers, and backfilled holes with dirt or concrete to secure fencing.
  • Marked and laid out fence lines and pole locations in accordance with work order and project specifications.
  • Measured and aligned posts using levels and plumbs to verify alignment and achieve professional finished looks.
  • Attached rails and tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.

Forman

Tim Martin Racing
01.2019 - 11.2019
  • Monitored horses' health and temperament for signs of injury and illness.
  • Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
  • Prepared horses for travel.
  • Groomed horses before competitions.
  • Followed exercise training programs laid out by horse trainer and walked, galloped and trotted horses regularly.
  • Reported to trainer on horse's progress and performance and discussed each horse's fitness or training concerns.
  • Worked with riders and jockeys to break horse habits.
  • Coordinated care and upkeep of thoroughbred and standardized racehorses and yearlings and equipped horses to be champion athletes.
  • Taught and rode young thoroughbred horses to become accustomed to riding with groups of horses during racing career.
  • Rode up to 25 racehorses at gallop speed to prepare for competition and taught horses to respond to oral, leg and rein commands.
  • Educated and rode thoroughbred horses to become accustomed to track riding with both slow and fast work.
  • Scheduled training for riders and jockeys on specific horses.
  • Observed animals' physical conditions to detect illness and unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
  • Advised owners on strategies for continuing training and reinforcing lessons.

Station Hand

Tibboburra Station
05.2018 - 06.2019
  • Developed successful team-building initiatives to motivate team members.
  • Cared for livestock by regularly feeding and watering animals.
  • Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
  • Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
  • Operated farm equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts and farm boats.
  • Repaired board, barbed wire and electrified fences using fencing tools to keep animals contained.
  • Refilled feed and water for livestock, adhering to feeding schedules.
  • Checked feed and supply stock and notified manager of low inventory levels.

Track Rider

Toby Edmonds Racing
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Mucked stalls and cleared manure out of paddocks.
  • Taught and rode young thoroughbred horses to become accustomed to riding with groups of horses during racing career.
  • Fed, watered and monitored animals to keep all stock in peak health and optimal reproductive status.
  • Updated records with data about animal growth, feeding patterns, costs and behaviors.
  • Broke in new horses with diligent and patient approach focused on building trust and obedience.

Chaser Bin Driver

Castleden Contracting
10.2018 - 01.2019
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Documented each transport, including patient name, mileage and services rendered.
  • Identified maintenance issues and notified mechanics to schedule repair work.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Stable Hand

Parsons Racing
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Maintained saddles, bridles and riding gear and helped fit to specific horses.
  • Prepped horses for travel.
  • Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
  • Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
  • Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory.
  • Treated superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.

Education

Agriculture

Yanco Agricultural High School
Yanco, NSW
01.2017

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Red Bend Catholic College
Forbes, NSW
01.2014

Skills

  • Irrigation maintenance
  • Problem resolution
  • Work ethic
  • Critical thinking
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Multitasking
  • Welding skills
  • Fence installation tools
  • Wire and wood fences
  • Tractor operation and safety
  • Machine maintenance and repair
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Time management
  • Active listening
  • Organization
  • Craft demonstration

Certification

  • Cert 2 in rail infrastructure
  • Aurizon People Plant separation Spotter
  • Aurizon Rail Corridor Induction
  • Aurizon Code Of Conduct
  • Category 3 Medical and Urine Screen
  • Aurizon Isolation & Lockout- Protected person
  • Aurizon Land Access Protocol
  • Aurizon Environmental Awareness
  • Work Safely in construction Industry (White Card)
  • RIW Card
  • Cat 5 rail Inductions

Timeline

Horse Breaker

Self Employed
02.2024 - Current

Metal Fabricator

CMG Frames
11.2023 - 02.2024

Maintenance Worker

Austco Polar
10.2023 - 11.2023

Railroad Track Laborer

GTE
07.2023 - 02.2024

Horse Breaker

JT Parsons Bloodstock
09.2020 - 08.2023

Forman

Dan Parsons Racing
10.2019 - 02.2021

Chaser Bin Driver

Castleden Contracting
10.2019 - 02.2020

Fencer

Britt Fencing
06.2019 - 01.2020

Forman

Tim Martin Racing
01.2019 - 11.2019

Chaser Bin Driver

Castleden Contracting
10.2018 - 01.2019

Station Hand

Tibboburra Station
05.2018 - 06.2019

Track Rider

Toby Edmonds Racing
01.2018 - 03.2019

Stable Hand

Parsons Racing
08.2017 - 08.2018

Agriculture

Yanco Agricultural High School

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Red Bend Catholic College

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