Tim Walz
Gravois Mills
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in farm machinery and heavy equipment operation and maintenance. Experience with soil management, equipment maintenance and farm maintenance. I ran my own farming operation from budget management to management of crops from planting and harvesting and cattle operation. I managed fat cattle and bred cattle. I developed strong communications with local vendors.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Farmer
Self Employed
Tama
01.1988 - 01.2026
- Cultivated diverse crops using sustainable farming practices.
- Operated and maintained various farm machinery and equipment.
- Managed soil health through testing and amendment techniques.
- Developed crop rotation plans to enhance productivity and soil preservation.
- Coordinated seasonal planting schedules for efficient workflow.
- Navigated market trends to determine crop selection and pricing strategies.
- Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
- Harvested crops at the optimum time for maximum yield and quality.
- Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems, and farming processes.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
- Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Set up and operated heavy farm machinery and equipment to till soil, fertilize and apply herbicides and pesticides.
- Observed animals during birthing process; assisted as needed; monitored newborns' health status.
- Evaluated animals' health condition; administered medications when necessary.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Tama Community High School
Tama05-1989
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Time management
- General maintenance
- Harvesting
- Farm operations management
- Budget management
- Farm equipment maintenance
- Cattle farming
- Farm machinery operation
- Heavy equipment operations
- Crop rotation
- Grounds maintenance
Timeline
Farmer
Self Employed
01.1988 - 01.2026
High School Diploma -
South Tama Community High School