Katie White
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Highly efficient Barn hand, groom, and pet-sitter, well established in fast-paced and challenging environments. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency. Friendly, reliable and communicative.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Barn-hand
Seneca Polo Club
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Honed strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills while caring for upwards of 30 horses and maintaining clean and safe barn.
- Multi-tasked consistently while doing morning and closing care for barn, communicating clearly with clients, cleaning horse stalls and equipment, preparing meals for horses.
- Worked on my feet doing physical labor for around 7-8 hours.
- Maintained positive, calm, and friendly attitude whether experiencing smooth or chaotic environments.
Horse Groom
Muldoons Farm
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Filled hay nets and water buckets and measured feed and supplements to keep horses well-fed.
- Led horses from stables to fields and back to maintain control of animals.
- Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
- Cleaned and brushed horses' coats to improve skin and coat and decrease health problems.
- Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
Pet Sitter
Ashley Muldoon
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
Volunteer
Circle Bar Ranch
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
- Groomed horses and wound checked.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Informed ranch guests basic horse riding and care techniques.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Assisted in feeding, watering and health monitoring horses, prioritizing health and wellness.
Education
No Degree - Veterinary Technology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins05.2026
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Very enthusiastic
- Hard working
- Capable with hands
- Consistent
- Very communicative
- Friendly and works well with others
- Manages time well and can multi-task excellently
Timeline
Barn-hand
Seneca Polo Club
06.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Circle Bar Ranch
06.2022 - 08.2022
Horse Groom
Muldoons Farm
01.2021 - 08.2023
Pet Sitter
Ashley Muldoon
09.2019 - 08.2023
No Degree - Veterinary Technology
Colorado State University
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