Dynamic and dependable professional with extensive experience at Palmetto Carriage Works, excelling in animal care and management. Proven leadership and conflict resolution skills, ensuring high standards of animal welfare. Proficient in first aid and equipment operation, consistently prioritizing health and safety in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barn Lead
Palmetto Carriage Works & Palmetto Tours
03.2021 - Current
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Provided daily care for 40+ horses, including feeding, watering, grooming, and turn out.
Assisted with basic medical care such as administering medications, changing bandages and checking vitals.
Tacked and hitched horses for rides, maintained tack in good condition.
Ensured high standards of animal welfare and barn cleanliness at all times.
Mucked stalls, and maintained clean, safe barn areas.
Operated tractors and trailers for hauling, and cleaning.
Stable Worker
Cedar Ridge Farm
08.2021 - 03.2022
Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, raking hay and removing debris.
Cleaned stalls, paddocks, and barn area.
Provided daily horse care including feeding, watering, and turnout and changing blankets as needed.
Supported riders during lessons and clinics.
Monitored feed supply and inventory; communicated needs to management.
Barn Hand/Farm Hand
Old South Carriage Company
03.2018 - 02.2019
Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of 40+ horses, prioritizing health and wellness.
Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
Kept stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
Operated tractors, forklifts, and trailers for hauling, haying, and manure.
Stood with horses for vet and farrier visits; assisted with basic medical care and hoof maintenance.
Handled horses of various ages and temperaments safely and confidently.
Education
Airport High School
Columbia, SC
Skills
Dependable and responsible
Flexible and adaptable
Customer relations
First Aid
Project planning
Conflict resolution
Leadership
Coachable
Certification
Equine Massage Therapy Certification - September 2026
Certified Equine Emergency First Aid, Pet Emergency Education - March 2025