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Damian Leighton

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Reliable Delivery Driver known for productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in route planning, time management, and safety compliance. Ensuring smooth delivery operations and customer satisfaction.

Sharp security guard with demonstrated skill assessing suspicious situations and individuals and responding appropriately. Vigilant and watchful with exceptional skills in security procedures and surveillance. Carries out instructions effectively.

Efficient stocker and order filler with experience in fast-paced warehouse environments.

Demonstrated ability to improve storage systems for easy access and minimal handling time.

Expertise in shipping and receiving, loading, and unloading trucks.

Detail-oriented Prep Cook successful in high-volume fast food settings. Highly skilled in different stations, cooking methods and presentations. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Driver

Frisbees Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
Sioux Falls, SD
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways.
  • Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
  • Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
  • Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
  • Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
  • Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
  • Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
  • Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.

Yard Security Guard/ Menards

1st Class Security Inc.
Sioux Falls, SD
  • Worked security gate for 1st Security at Menards
  • Assist Law Enforcement and Emergency personal as needed
  • Enforced safety regulations and monitored access control points.
  • Investigated suspicious activity and reported findings to management.
  • Responded to alarms, emergencies, and disturbances.
  • Observed surveillance cameras for any suspicious activity or intruders.
  • Identified potential security risks and recommended corrective actions.
  • Assisted with searches of personnel, vehicles, packages.
  • Issued visitor badges and access cards to authorized personnel.
  • Interacted with law enforcement officials to report incidents or violations of laws and regulations.
  • Completed incident reports regarding violations of policies or procedures.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.

Sales Team Associate Hardware Department / Clothing

Fleet Farm
Sioux Falls, SD
  • Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
  • Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.
  • Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
  • Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.
  • Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
  • Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
  • Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.

Warehouse/Cashier

Kirklands
Sioux Falls, SD
  • Unloaded inbound shipments from trucks and containers, checked for accuracy of shipment against manifest.
  • Verified products against purchase orders and invoices to ensure quality control.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
  • Stacked merchandise onto pallets or shelves according to predetermined sequence or product code.
  • Organized stock on shelves in an orderly manner for easy retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Reported damaged goods immediately upon inspection while unloading and receiving goods into the warehouse.
  • Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
  • Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
  • Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, dusting.
  • Assisted in stocking shelves with merchandise as needed.

Appliance Installer

Karls
Madison, SD
  • Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items received against purchase orders.
  • Assemble, install, and test new appliances according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Organized warehouse areas by moving materials into designated locations using hand trucks or pallet jacks.
  • Assembled customer orders from stock and packaged them for shipment according to established procedures.
  • Loaded outbound shipments onto delivery trucks, ensuring that packages were properly secured before transportation.
  • Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.

Production

Global Polymer
Madison, SD
  • Executed daily operations of pouring powder of various weights and colors into numerous machines
  • Operated machinery correctly to form molds of different weights, size and color and dimensions
  • Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
  • Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
  • Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
  • Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Unloaded and sorted products and transported items to proper locations.
  • Monitored production line, watching for pile-ups or jams.
  • Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.

Kitchen Crew Member

Dairy Queen
Sioux Falls, SD
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area and equipment, including mopping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Prepared food items such as salads, sandwiches, burgers, and fries according to recipes.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations regarding food storage temperatures, sanitation procedures, and labeling requirements.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling hot objects or operating machinery such as fryers or ovens.
  • Monitored food preparation times to ensure freshness of products served to customers.
  • Inspected food deliveries for quality assurance before accepting them into the kitchen.
  • Removed garbage from kitchen area regularly throughout the shift.
  • Gathered ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.
  • Prevented spoilage or cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and areas.
  • Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

University Center (USD)
Sioux Falls, SD

Diploma -

Chester Area High School
Chester, SD

Skills

  • Order Verification
  • GPS Navigation
  • Equipment Operation
  • Dispatch Communication
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Experienced manual transmission driver
  • Local routes understanding
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Route Management
  • Route Planning
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Local Delivery
  • Problem-Solving
  • Stocking and Inventory
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Loading and unloading
  • Identity checks
  • Theft Prevention
  • Maintaining records
  • Crime Prevention
  • Security Needs Assessment
  • Security operations
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cleaning and sanitization
  • Food inspection
  • Operating fryers and grills

References

  • Shane Molitor, City of Madison, 605-270-0902, shanemolitor@yahoo.com
  • Matt Olson, 605-370-2065, matthew@owslaw.com
  • Penny Johnson, 605-261-3845, Penny.johnson@k12.sd.us, former teacher of mine

Timeline

Delivery Driver

Frisbees Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
02.2024 - 09.2024

Yard Security Guard/ Menards

1st Class Security Inc.

Sales Team Associate Hardware Department / Clothing

Fleet Farm

Warehouse/Cashier

Kirklands

Appliance Installer

Karls

Production

Global Polymer

Kitchen Crew Member

Dairy Queen

Some College (No Degree) -

University Center (USD)

Diploma -

Chester Area High School

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