First Job Series: Patrick Traul

First Job: Hired Hand | Miller Wise Dairy

13 | $8.00 per hour

Responsibilities:

“Feed mixing, manure scraping and spreading, general labor, equipment operator, equipment repair, concrete work, milking, etc.”

Why did you choose this as your first job?

“It was close, and I was available.”

What memory pops into your head about your first job?

“It stank.”

What life lesson did you learn from this job?

“Whatever you do, if you work hard and do your job well, you will be given greater responsibility and opportunity.”

What advice would you give to a kid starting their first job?

“Work hard and learn along the way. Don’t wait to take on more responsibility for more pay, go prove yourself first and the rest will fall into line.”