JACOB, 25, MALE, UNITED STATES (NEW ARRIVAL - 1ST JOB REQUIRED)
ARMY VETERAN, COMPLETING A DEGREE IN ANIMAL SCIENCE, EXPERIENCE WITH LIVESTOCK AND GENERAL FARM TASKS TRACTORS, TELEHANDLER & SKID STEER, FENCING, MANUAL LICENCE, KEEN FOR 2 MONTHS WORK WITH CATTLE & GENERAL FARM WORK
NOT REQUIRED, LOOKING TO WORK FOR 2 MONTHS,
AVAILABLE FROM APPROX. 22/06/2026
ARMY VETERAN, COMPLETING A DEGREE IN ANIMAL SCIENCE, EXPERIENCE WITH LIVESTOCK AND GENERAL FARM TASKS TRACTORS, TELEHANDLER & SKID STEER, FENCING, MANUAL LICENCE, KEEN FOR 2 MONTHS WORK WITH CATTLE & GENERAL FARM WORK
NOT REQUIRED, LOOKING TO WORK FOR 2 MONTHS,
AVAILABLE FROM APPROX. 22/06/2026
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Summary
Jacob is a 25-year-old from Iowa in the United States.
He spent his early days in the US army as an Infantryman over 4 years.
Following that he workers in the Iowa Military Student Centre helping new recruits settle into army life.
He has a genuine passion for agriculture and more recently has been completing a Bachelor of Animal Science which he will complete in 2027.
During his studies he's been employed on various farms working with beef cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, and horse facilities at the Iowa State University Teaching Farms. His experience includes fencing repairs, farm maintenance, farm machinery operation (tractors, forklifts, skid steers, telehandlers, and loaders) as well as equipment servicing, infrastructure upkeep, and supporting daily livestock operations. He also has basic welding skills.
Although only available to work for 2 months, he's eager to have a hands-on opportunity to work with beef cattle in Australia before returning to university later this year to apply his knowledge back home.
Education
Completing Bachelor in Animal Science
Minors: General Business, Entrepreneurship
Certificate: Beef Cattle Production Management
Iowa State University, graduating May 2027
Aims and Motivations here in Australia
He is seeking a hands-on agricultural internship for 2 months working with beef cattle.
Employment History / Detail
Farm Maintenance Technician (seasonal), Iowa State University Teaching Farms (05/24 - 09/24)
- Worked across sheep, pigs, beef, poultry, and horse facilities
- Performed fencing repairs, structural maintenance, and general farm up keep
- Conducted preventative maintenance and repairs on farm equipment
- Logged equipment hours and ensured operational readiness
- Supported daily farm operations in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment
Plant Technician (seasonal) - Verbio North America
(06/23 - 09/23)
- Operated heavy equipment: forklift, skid steer, telehandler, loader
- Monitored and maintained continuous industrial operations
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and supported plant efficiency
- Class A CDL (manual transmission)
Also worked for a small hobby farm/dog kennel while in high school
- Daily care for 3 horses, 20 chickens, 60 goats
- Ran the kennel which had up to 30 dogs with different diet requirements and exercise needs
VA Work Study - Iowa State Military Affiliated Student Centre
(10/23 - 12/25)
- Assisted veterans with benefits and onboarding
- Supported events and coordinated student engagement activities
- Provided administrative and customer-facing support
United States Army - Infantryman (11B) - (09/19 - 01/22)
- Operated in physically demanding and high-pressure environments
- Led and supervised small teams during daily operations
- Demonstrated discipline, reliability, and strong work ethic
- Trained in field medicine and tactical operations
WORKPLACE SKILLS
Farm / Livestock
Has been employed across a number of the Iowa State University Teaching Farms with livestock & farm machinery. Has worked with sheep, pigs, beef, poultry, and horse facilities, and has experience with fencing repairs, structural maintenance, and general farm upkeep. Also worked on a Hobby farm with 3 horses, 20 or so chickens and 60 goats that he would care for daily (when younger).
Equine / equestrian
Has ridden a horse a few times.
Practical skills / trade skills
- Fencing and Farm infrastructure repair
- Heavy Equipment Operation Certificate
Mechanical skills - grew up in a garage working on vehicles with his grandfather.
Can weld sufficiently, not professionally
Hospitality, customer service, office :
GENERAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
Driving & vehicles
He holds a drivers licence (manual), and has experience operating heavy equipment such as a tractors (John Deer 420), forklift, skid steer, telehandler and loader. Has done lots of maintenance of the farm machinery also.
Domestic, cook and childcare etc:
He can cook for himself, and has some childcare experience helping kids at his local church groups.
PERSONAL / SOCIAL
Hobbies, other skills and interests:
Fishing, camping, hunting, movies (star wars fan), has a genuine passion for farming.
Personal / Social:
Fluent English, very friendly, easy going, mature and switched on, good leadership, adaptable and supportive. Good discipline (4 years in the army).
Physical / Fitness
187cm, 113kg, Physically fit and active for physical tasks - has had back surgery in the past (U.S Army veteran), but is fine now.
Medical / Diet
Medication for migraines (on an as needed basis). Medical discharge from the Army because of needing back surgery. All good now, no dietary requirements
Jacob is a 25-year-old from Iowa in the United States.
He spent his early days in the US army as an Infantryman over 4 years.
Following that he workers in the Iowa Military Student Centre helping new recruits settle into army life.
He has a genuine passion for agriculture and more recently has been completing a Bachelor of Animal Science which he will complete in 2027.
During his studies he's been employed on various farms working with beef cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, and horse facilities at the Iowa State University Teaching Farms. His experience includes fencing repairs, farm maintenance, farm machinery operation (tractors, forklifts, skid steers, telehandlers, and loaders) as well as equipment servicing, infrastructure upkeep, and supporting daily livestock operations. He also has basic welding skills.
Although only available to work for 2 months, he's eager to have a hands-on opportunity to work with beef cattle in Australia before returning to university later this year to apply his knowledge back home.
Education
Completing Bachelor in Animal Science
Minors: General Business, Entrepreneurship
Certificate: Beef Cattle Production Management
Iowa State University, graduating May 2027
Aims and Motivations here in Australia
He is seeking a hands-on agricultural internship for 2 months working with beef cattle.
Employment History / Detail
Farm Maintenance Technician (seasonal), Iowa State University Teaching Farms (05/24 - 09/24)
- Worked across sheep, pigs, beef, poultry, and horse facilities
- Performed fencing repairs, structural maintenance, and general farm up keep
- Conducted preventative maintenance and repairs on farm equipment
- Logged equipment hours and ensured operational readiness
- Supported daily farm operations in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment
Plant Technician (seasonal) - Verbio North America
(06/23 - 09/23)
- Operated heavy equipment: forklift, skid steer, telehandler, loader
- Monitored and maintained continuous industrial operations
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and supported plant efficiency
- Class A CDL (manual transmission)
Also worked for a small hobby farm/dog kennel while in high school
- Daily care for 3 horses, 20 chickens, 60 goats
- Ran the kennel which had up to 30 dogs with different diet requirements and exercise needs
VA Work Study - Iowa State Military Affiliated Student Centre
(10/23 - 12/25)
- Assisted veterans with benefits and onboarding
- Supported events and coordinated student engagement activities
- Provided administrative and customer-facing support
United States Army - Infantryman (11B) - (09/19 - 01/22)
- Operated in physically demanding and high-pressure environments
- Led and supervised small teams during daily operations
- Demonstrated discipline, reliability, and strong work ethic
- Trained in field medicine and tactical operations
WORKPLACE SKILLS
Farm / Livestock
Has been employed across a number of the Iowa State University Teaching Farms with livestock & farm machinery. Has worked with sheep, pigs, beef, poultry, and horse facilities, and has experience with fencing repairs, structural maintenance, and general farm upkeep. Also worked on a Hobby farm with 3 horses, 20 or so chickens and 60 goats that he would care for daily (when younger).
Equine / equestrian
Has ridden a horse a few times.
Practical skills / trade skills
- Fencing and Farm infrastructure repair
- Heavy Equipment Operation Certificate
Mechanical skills - grew up in a garage working on vehicles with his grandfather.
Can weld sufficiently, not professionally
Hospitality, customer service, office :
GENERAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
Driving & vehicles
He holds a drivers licence (manual), and has experience operating heavy equipment such as a tractors (John Deer 420), forklift, skid steer, telehandler and loader. Has done lots of maintenance of the farm machinery also.
Domestic, cook and childcare etc:
He can cook for himself, and has some childcare experience helping kids at his local church groups.
PERSONAL / SOCIAL
Hobbies, other skills and interests:
Fishing, camping, hunting, movies (star wars fan), has a genuine passion for farming.
Personal / Social:
Fluent English, very friendly, easy going, mature and switched on, good leadership, adaptable and supportive. Good discipline (4 years in the army).
Physical / Fitness
187cm, 113kg, Physically fit and active for physical tasks - has had back surgery in the past (U.S Army veteran), but is fine now.
Medical / Diet
Medication for migraines (on an as needed basis). Medical discharge from the Army because of needing back surgery. All good now, no dietary requirements
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