Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
References
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Hugh Speakman

Eads

Summary

Dynamic Ranch Foreman with proven expertise in equipment operation, maintenance, and process optimization. A skilled technical troubleshooter and effective communicator, I successfully enhanced workflow efficiency and mentored new personnel, ensuring safety, and performance excellence across all operations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Landscape Gardener

Family Business
Eads
06.2019 - Current
  • Mowed eight acres of land biweekly using bush hog and finish mower.
  • Edged lawns and flowerbeds with gas-powered and rotary tools.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for safety and operational longevity.
  • Pruned trees and hedges utilizing shears, pruners, and chain saws.
  • Executed regular maintenance on mowers, including oil changes and blade sharpening.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading equipment from trucks or trailers.
  • Operated heavy machinery, including excavators, skid steers, and tractors.

Ranch Foreman

Family Friends And Neighbors
Eads
05.2022 - 08.2024
  • Operated tractors, trucks, skid steers, excavators, and other heavy equipment.
  • Repaired and maintained many different machines, including John Deere and New Holland tractors, Ford trucks, Jeep Wranglers, trailers, side-by-sides, bush hogs, finish mowers, augers, etc.
  • Assisted in selection and training of new personnel, providing mentorship as needed.
  • Coordinated position requirements, schedules, and production team processes to optimize workflow.
  • Responded promptly to emergencies involving animals or personnel on ranch.
  • Demonstrated techniques and safety practices to enhance worker performance and reduce waste.
  • Directed daily activities of workers responsible for livestock maintenance and care.
  • Maintained fences, gates, and corral structures; coordinated maintenance projects with contractors.
  • Performed administrative duties including payroll preparation and record keeping.
  • Dug ditches, leveled grading and spread gravel.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Briarcrest Christian High School
Eads
05-2024

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Problem solving
  • Process optimization
  • Time management
  • Automobile repair
  • Machine operation
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Effective communication

Affiliations

  • Club Lacrosse Player
  • Avid weight-lifter and runner
  • Member of Campus Outreach Ministry
  • Model railroad enthusiast

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Enrolled in the University Chancellors Honors Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville
  • Graduated Top 20 in my high school class while competing in two Varsity sport programs
  • Received a $100,000 scholarship to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for being the most proficient in Math and Science

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • Boater's License

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Ranch Foreman

Family Friends And Neighbors
05.2022 - 08.2024

Landscape Gardener

Family Business
06.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Tennessee

High School Diploma -

Briarcrest Christian High School

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