Galen Gifford
Denver
Summary
Experienced with relationship-building and driving sales growth through effective communication. Background in working alongside large machinery. Knowledgeable in problem solving while strategizing and working alongside co-workers to achieve a shared goal. Utilizes persuasive techniques to foster client trust and close deals. Track record of exceeding sales targets and contributing to team objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pro Archery Technician
Rocky Mountain Archery
Fort Collins, CO
05.2024 - Current
- I am currently working as one of the leading archery technicians at Rocky Mountain Archery. My job consists of tuning, fixing and rebuilding archery equipment and bows.
- Rockymountainarchery@gmail.com
- Contact: 970-226-5900; email: Rockymountainarchery@gmail.com
Farm Ranch Hand
Equine Reproduction Labratory Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Operated and maintained farm machinery for efficient daily operations.
- Assisted in breeding and care of equine animals, ensuring optimal health and productivity.
- Managed feeding schedules and nutrition plans for livestock to promote growth.
- Monitored animal behavior for early detection of health issues or stress factors.
- Operated heavy machinery safely while following all applicable guidelines for proper use and maintenance.
- Managed daily stall cleaning and feeding responsibilities.
Field Technician
A.G. Wassenaar, Inc.
Englewood, CO
06.2022 - 07.2022
- I worked as a Field Technician at A.G. Wassenaar. My job was to travel to different job sites around Colorado, and test concrete, soil, and asphalt.
- Info@agwco.com
- Contact: (303) 759-8100
Bow Technician
Bear Creek Archery
Englewood, CO
02.2021 - 10.2021
- I worked at Bear Creek Archery as a Bow Technician. My job consisted of tuning bows, and building fully equipped bows, as well as selling bows and archery equipment.
- Bearcreek@bearcreekarchery.com
- Contact: (303) 781-8733
HandyMan
Joe Griffin HandyMan
Hartsel, CO
06.2019 - 08.2019
- I worked as a handyman staining and painting cabins for customers around the Hartsel, Co. area.
- Contact: (316) 253-2494
Ranch Hand
12 Mile Stables
Parker, CO
06.2016 - 08.2016
- I volunteered as a ranch hand and horse wrangler for one summer at 12 Mile Stables. My job consisted of many tasks, such as mucking stalls; grooming and feeding horses; and leading trail rides for customers.
Education
Agricultural Business - Agricultural Business And Management
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-2027
Skills
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Operating of Material Handling Equipment
- Archery Technician & Equipment Tuning
- Construction Materials Testing
- Manual Labor
- Customer service
- Critical thinking
- Customer relations
- Relationship building
- Microsoft Excel
- Client relations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members while running daily shop operations
- Product Promotion - Up-sold products and motivated customers to upgrade current product plans.
- Safely achieved passing, quality tests through effectively helping the hired contractor
Certification
- Licensed Nuclear Gauge soil testing technician through Troxler Hazmat Certification - Feb 2023 - Feb 2026
Timeline
Pro Archery Technician
Rocky Mountain Archery
05.2024 - Current
Farm Ranch Hand
Equine Reproduction Labratory Colorado State University
02.2024 - 05.2024
Field Technician
A.G. Wassenaar, Inc.
06.2022 - 07.2022
Bow Technician
Bear Creek Archery
02.2021 - 10.2021
HandyMan
Joe Griffin HandyMan
06.2019 - 08.2019
Ranch Hand
12 Mile Stables
06.2016 - 08.2016
Agricultural Business - Agricultural Business And Management
Colorado State University
AWARDS
Littleton High School Lacrosse Leadership Award
Lifetime Member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF)
I am a lifetime member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF). A non-profit conservation organization founded in 1984, dedicated to ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat, the public lands, and America's hunting heritage across the country.