Thomas Best
Pinetops
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in supervising farm operations and optimizing field performance. Proven ability to enhance productivity through safety compliance and efficient equipment operation, committed to sustainable farming practices and team collaboration.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Supervisor
Rest-A-Bit Farms
Pinetops
01.2013 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day farm operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Evaluated field performance and recommended improvements to enhance productivity.
- Operated and maintained various agricultural equipment safely and efficiently.
- Cultivated diverse crops using sustainable farming practices.
Farm Equipment Operator
Barnes Farming
Spring Hope
01.2003 - 12.2012
- Applied pesticides according to established guidelines to ensure effective treatment and compliance.
- Monitored field conditions and adjusted machinery settings to optimize performance and crop quality.
- Operated tractors, combines, and other farm equipment for plowing, cultivating, and harvesting crops, contributing to overall yield.
Farm Equipment Operator
Clark Industries
Tarboro
01.1995 - 12.2002
- Operated diverse farm machinery for efficient planting and harvesting of crops.
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment to enhance performance and reliability.
- Calculated precise fertilizer amounts based on soil test results to optimize crop yield.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest Edgecombe High School
Pinetops, NC06-1986
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Crop management
- Pesticide application
- Machinery maintenance
- Field evaluation
- Safety compliance
Certification
- NC Private Applicator Pesticide License
Timeline
Field Supervisor
Rest-A-Bit Farms
01.2013 - Current
Farm Equipment Operator
Barnes Farming
01.2003 - 12.2012
Farm Equipment Operator
Clark Industries
01.1995 - 12.2002
High School Diploma -
Southwest Edgecombe High School