Manager Technician
Resume:
Melissa M. Zettle
Sanger, Ca ***57
Education and Certifications
Continuing Education Seminar, Pain Control & Bordetella Bronchiseptica,
Denver, CO. March 12, 2008.
DRA Wrangler Certified, 2007-2012, Colorado.
Certified in CPR and Emergency First Aid, 2009-2011, Colorado.
Previously Enrolled (Veterinary Technician Program) 2004-2006 Baker
College, Cadillac, Michigan.
Associates in General Studies, 2002, Montcalm Community College, Sidney,
Michigan.
Professional Experience
Ranch Hand: Canterbury Court, Sanger Ca. August 2010-Present
Duties: Care for 35 Warmblood Sport Horses, maintain property, irrigate
pastures, feed and watch over chickens and Guinea hens, handle emergencies.
Dr Cynthia Bergmann: 559-***-****
Head Wrangler: King Mountain Ranch, Granby, Colorado. May -October 2008;
May 2009-October 2009
Duties: Oversee the maintenance of a herd of 77 horses and 7 cattle.
Managed a team of 7 wranglers, ensuring that all animals are well cared
for, properly tacked and ready for scheduled rides. Schedule trail rides
as well as arena lessons and team penning. Primary care giver for sick and
injured animals. Paired horses with guests for the week.
Michael Smith: 303-***-****
Veterinary Technician: Ina Road Animal Hospital, Tucson, Arizona. December
2008-April 2009
Duties: Checked clients in, obtained patients history and TPR. Performed
blood work-pre surgical and routine and chem. Tests. Used Cornerstone
software, Vetlyte, and Idexx. Filled prescriptions, recorded medical
information in patient's files, performed basic procedures unassisted, set
up surgical suite, monitored recovery of surgical patients, and took
radiographs.
Mark Rothpletz: 520-***-****
Veterinary Technician: Genesee Veterianry Clinic, Golden, Colorado.
December 2007-May 2008
Duties: Work in front and back of clinic, file, check patients in and out,
familiar with Avimark software. Collect specimens and perform laboratory
procedures, preparation of and for surgical and anesthestic procedures,
recovery and monitoring of patients, assist with physical exams, dental
procedures, immunizations and euthanasia's, restrain animals. Care for
hospitalized and kenneled animals.
Dr. Becky Mallack, DVM: 303-***-****
Wrangler/Guide: King Mountain Ranch, Granby, Colorado. May 2007-October
2007
Duties: Maintain a herd of 96 horses by ensuring proper feed, water and
basic veterinary care and medicating. Introduce d guests to horses ensuring
a proper match; provided riding instruction in the arena and on trail.
Designed lesson program for riders of all ages and skills. Guided trail
rides which were walk, trot and canter, as well as lunch and all day rides.
Participated in team penning, helping guests sort and pen cattle.
Maintained pastures and trails, safety inspected tack and equipment.
Operated bobcat to hay cattle and horses.
Michael Smith: 303-***-****
Circulation Clerk: Library of Baker College, Cadillac, Michigan. Sept 2005-
Nov 2005, Sept 2006-Nov 2006
Duties: Aided patrons in searching for and locating library materials,
checked materials in and out of the library, reshelf library materials to
proper location, processed new materials and issued I.D. cards for students
and staff. Responsible for media equipment use and proper return.
Melissa McPherson: 1-888-***-****
Animal Care Provider: White Thunder Kennels, Ashton, Michigan. July 2004-
April 2007
Duties: Provided care for 28 to 58 sled dogs while owners are out of town.
Turned dogs out, ensured proper health and maintenance of kennels. Provided
first aid for wounds. Administered vaccinations, adjusted diet for special
needs.
Becky Johnson: 231-***-****
Assistant Team Leader/Inventory Specialist: RGIS Inventory Specialists,
Big Rapids, Michigan. 2001-June 2005
Duties: Inventoried retail stock, 10 key input, compiled financial
reports, verified quantities and accuracy, kept financial information
confidential, ensured that all paperwork was accurate and complete.
Assisted in orientation and training of new auditors, facilitated teamwork
with up to 50 auditors, explored and implemented efficiency ideas in order
to increase productivity without direct supervision.
Kendra Welsh: 1-888-***-****
Property Manager: Coyote Holler, Reed City, Michigan. 2001-2004
Duties: Remodeled 1901 farmhouse including interior and exterior. Revamped
layout of property, mapped and installed hot line pastures with run in
sheds. Improved driveway and property drainage. Converted lawn into an
organic garden complete with rainwater collection and disbursement system
with composting stations. Cared for dogs, cats, horses, goats and 1 white
tailed fawn.
Steven Garner: Unknown
Barn Manager: Grand Ridge Farm, Cedar Springs, Michigan. 2000-2002
Duties: Responsible for day-to-day welfare of horses, dogs and cats on the
farm. Horse mgt included cleaning stalls, disinfecting numerous buckets
and water tanks. Blanketing, turn out, feeding, grooming and exercising,
which would include lunging, riding, cooling out and hand walking-both
young and seasoned horses. Handled horses while being treated by
veterinarian and farrier. Administered first aid, over the counter and
prescription drugs. Coordinated pickup and delivery of barn supplies.
Maintained property's appearance and landscape. Repaired, maintained and
added fencing. Operated full size tractor with hydraulics and PTO shaft,
manure spreader, riding mower and leaf blower. Manure and snow removal.
Cleaned and conditioned tack, checked for safety. Readied trailer, and
provided assistance and supported staff at shows. Rode and promoted sale
horses at shows. Evaluated buy/sell prospects. Provided, discussed and
implemented ideas concerning promotion of farm, increasing cash flow,
improving efficiency, and organizing a breeding program.
Teri Popoff: 616-***-****
Assistant Barn Manager: McGaw YMCA Camp Echo, Freemont, Michigan. Summer
of 2000, 2002.
Duties: Introduce children to horses, educate them regarding the safe
handling of horses. Taught basic riding lessons. Revamped riding lesson
program to include more personal interaction with each camper, demonstrate
ideas and boost confidence levels. Led trail rides, keeping 15 riders and
horses organized, calm and under control. Planned and executed overnight
camping trips. Ensured and maintained the horse's health. Handled vet
records, and over the counter medications. Designed feeding program for
underweight horses. Maintained barn, pasture, and trimmed trails. Safety
inspected tack and equipment.
Laura Gageby: 317-***-****
Riding Instructor/Trainer/Farm Manager: Self Employed, Cedar Springs,
Michigan. 1994-2001; 2002-2005
Duties: Traveled to farms to instruct youth and adults. Taught various
levels of horses and riders, from beginner up to jumping and contesting.
Designed plans of action and lesson programs for each student and horse
depending on their experience and goals. Boarded, and trained outside
horses. Designed business plan, and tracked financial information. Advised
clients in the purchase of horses and equipment. Tracked items for resale
to access profits and determine turn over. Bred, raised, trained and
showed 2 foal crops, started young show prospects.
Melissa M. Zettle: 303-***-****
Barista: Acacia Coffee Caf ', Greenville, Michigan. 1996-2002
Duties: Prepare caf ' for opening, open caf ' and prepare drinks along
with light lunches. Cleaned and closed caf ', operated cash register and Z
reports, prepared deposit forms and balanced cash register at close.
Compiled inventory orders. Co-trained new employees. Operated and
supervised caf ' as well as other employee's while owners were traveling.
Lisa Groot: 616-***-****
Volunteer Experience
El Dorado Animal Shelter, Placerville, CA. Provide care and attention to
animals awaiting adoption. Once to twice per week
Samuleson Outfitters, Granby, Colorado. Packed in hunters and camps into
the Arapaho National Forrest. 4 weeks
Meyers Veterinary Clinic, Cadillac, MI. Assisted in all aspects of clinic..
7 months
Habitat For Humanity, Eagle Butte Reservation, South Dakota. Renovated
houses to make habitable. 3 weeks
Brownie/Girl Scout Program, Michigan. Designed program in order to aid
Brownie ear all 3 horse and horsemanship badges. 45 hours
4-H, Greenville, Michigan. Taught riding lessons and show strategies. 10
hours
MIHA (High School Equestrian Team) Greenville, Michigan. Worked with riders
to prepare for pattern classes. 15 hours
The Soup Kitchen, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Served meals to those in need. 6
holidays, approximately 18 hours
Awards/Activities
Graduated college with honors
Most Valuable Rider-Michigan Interscholastic Horsemanship Association
Competed at state level for Michigan Interscholastic Horsemanship
Association
Invited to compete in the Sate 4-H finals 4 out of 6 years
I Dare You award-awarded savings bond for outstanding leadership, 4-H
4-Her of the Year-awarded for leadership and promotion of 4-H
Parliamentary Procedure-regional reserve, FFA
Additional Professional Reference
Cheri Amos-Helmicki Former President of the Dude Ranchers Associtaion,
Owner of Bar Lazy J Guest Ranch
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