Josh Williams
Wandal,QLD
Summary
Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Dependable and hardworking, .
Organizes and maintains equipment, keeps thorough records and devises new strategies for improving operations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence looking for part-time work. Intends to develop professional work experience utilizing excellent communication and time management skills. Outgoing [Type] student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.Joshua is dedicated to promoting animal health and wellness
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cattle Farm Worker
WF Land and Cattle
Barcaldine , QLD
01.2017 - Current
- Feed and water livestock, monitor health conditions, inspect pastures and fencing for damage.
- Remove manure from pens, clean up spills, maintain feed storage areas.
- Operate farm machinery such as tractors and hay balers to move hay bales or other materials.
- Administer vaccinations and medications to sick or injured animals according to veterinarian instructions.
- Monitor cattle herd for signs of illness or injury, report any issues to supervisor immediately.
- Castrate bulls using approved methods such as rubber rings or banding.
- Sort cattle into appropriate groups based on age, sex, weight for branding purposes.
- Maintain records of animal births, deaths, sales and treatments performed.
- Provide guidance when working.
- Assisted in loading and unloading incoming freight from various vendors.
- Participated in necessary farm chores and assisted with feeding, turnout, cleaning stalls, barn and farm maintenance, grooming and exercise.
- Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
- Herded livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks or other enclosures.
- Segregated animals according to weight, age and physical condition.
- Administered medications and vaccinations or arranged for veterinarians to provide extensive treatment.
- Drove trucks, tractors and other equipment to distribute feed to animals.
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
- Moved equipment, poultry or livestock manually or using trucks or carts.
- Marked livestock to identify ownership and grade using brands, tags or tattoos.
- Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
- Protected herds from predators using trained dogs.
- Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
- Patrolled holding habitats and grazing areas to monitor animal safety and make timely repairs to equipment, gates and pens.
- Organized new stock arrivals by size, color and age to facilitate health examinations and breeding program.
- Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration and shearing.
Farm Hand
Williams family pastoral
Barcaldine , QLD
01.2013 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Harvested crops according to season and maintained records of yields.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure optimal planting times.
- Inspected fields regularly to identify pests or diseases that may harm crop growth.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
- Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
- Planted seeds according to prescribed methods of production.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Collected eggs from chicken coops on a daily basis.
- Provided assistance during birthing events for livestock animals.
- Assisted in branding cattle or tagging sheep and goats for identification purposes.
- Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.
- Participated in training sessions related to new farming techniques or technologies.
- Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
- Assisted with maintenance and repair activities to keep buildings and equipment in safe and proper condition.
- Completed harvesting activities using harvesters, tractors and other heavy equipment.
- Watered and fed livestock and cleaned pens and enclosures to maintain farm animal health.
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
- Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
- Attached plows, sprayers or harvesters to tractors with bolts or hand tools.
- Used oil cans, hand tools and grease guns to lubricate and make minor repairs to farming machinery.
- Sprayed fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus and weed growth.
- Drove trucks and tractors to distribute feed to animals.
- Moved livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales and enclosures.
- Loaded agricultural products into trucks to deliver fresh products to market or storage facilities.
- Transplanted plants and planted new seeds according to determined size of crop.
- Harvested vegetables to make ready for sale and consumption by picking, cleaning and packing with labels.
- Drove trucks, tractors and other equipment to distribute feed to animals.
- Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
- Broke in new horses with diligent and patient approach focused on building trust and obedience.
- Protected herds from predators using trained dogs.
- Segregated animals according to weight, age and physical condition.
- Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches for adequate water flow, dust suppression and crop growth.
- Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration and shearing.
Event Assistant
Lily and Lotus
Wandal , QLD
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided customer service assistance before, during, and after events.
- Worked closely with other departments to ensure seamless integration of activities between different areas of responsibility.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from guests or other stakeholders regarding event details.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing innovative ideas for enhancing guest experience at future events.
- Organized materials, cleaned facilities and set up equipment to prepare for events.
- Set up and tore down equipment for large scale events, conferences and graduations.
- Unloaded equipment from trucks to assist in setting up venue for events.
- Sought guidance from team members to resolve issues and identify appropriate issues for escalation.
- Set up and packed up event equipment, leaving area clean and tidy.
Lawn Care Technician
Lily and Lotus
Wandal , QLD
02.2021 - 10.2023
- Performed regular lawn maintenance, such as mowing, edging, trimming, and aerating.
- Utilized power tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and edgers.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by removing debris from job sites.
- Removed fallen leaves from driveways and sidewalks.
- Checked equipment for safety before use.
- Conducted routine maintenance on all power tools used during job duties.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding services offered.
- Adhered to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Collected payments from customers for services rendered.
- Conducted yard maintenance tasks according to contract and to meet customer satisfaction.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries and concerns to drive customer satisfaction and maximize retention.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Fertilized and mulched flower beds for healthy and attractive plants.
- Canvassed areas door-to-door to build connections and bring in new business.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
Education
Current Student
Rockhampton Grammar School
Rockhampton, QLD10-2027
Skills
- Livestock Management
- Animal Husbandry Understanding
- Equipment Operation
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Adaptability
- Team building
- Physical Strength
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Physical Stamina
- Preventive Maintenance
- Problem-Solving
- Safe equipment use
- Heavy Lifting
- Continuous Improvement
- Vehicle Inspection
- Goal Setting
- Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Reliability
Timeline
Event Assistant
Lily and Lotus
10.2021 - 11.2023
Lawn Care Technician
Lily and Lotus
02.2021 - 10.2023
Cattle Farm Worker
WF Land and Cattle
01.2017 - Current
Farm Hand
Williams family pastoral
01.2013 - Current
Current Student
Rockhampton Grammar School
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