LEIGHTON VALENZUELA
Earthtones
Killeen,TX
3
years of professional experience
Safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator skilled in operating rough terrain forklifts, skid steers, backhoes, loaders, and off-road dump trucks. Knowledgeable in site layouts, grade reading, material handling, and equipment maintenance. Committed to supporting construction and industrial projects through effective teamwork and clear communication.
Work History
Landscape Construction Laborer
8 Months- Installed sod, plantings, and edging according to crew instructions and site plans
- Assisted with grading, trenching, and site preparation using hand tools and compact equipment
- Loaded mulch, stone, and plant materials for landscape construction projects
- Maintained jobsite safety by following PPE requirements and keeping work areas clear
- Inspected equipment before use to identify safety issues and maintenance needs.
- Operated excavators, loaders, and skid steers to support site preparation and material movement.
- Assisted with grading, trenching, and backfilling tasks according to project requirements.
Forklift Operator & Docker
1 Month- Received, sorted, and organized pallets and loose freight for efficient distribution
- Assisted with receiving, sorting, and organizing pallets and loose freight for distribution
- Maintained clean, safe, and organized warehouse and work areas in compliance with safety standard and management instruction
- Coordinated with staff to facilitate smooth operations and ensure timely service.
Cook/Team Member
2 Months- Prepared and cooked pizzas, side items, and specialty menu items, ensuring adherence to company recipes and quality standards for optimal customer satisfaction.
- Monitored oven operations, ensuring proper cooking times, food presentation, and product consistency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet customer orders accurately and on time while maintaining a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Assisted with food preparation tasks, including cutting, measuring, and assembling ingredients for daily operations.
- Restocked ingredients and supplies to maintain workflow efficiency during high-volume shifts, minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to accurately fulfill customer orders on time, enhancing service speed in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Education
HS Diploma
Class of 2025
- Heavy Equipment Operations Level – I; hand-on training in operating backhoes, skid steers, loaders, Rough Terrain Forklifts, Off-Road Dump Trucks, and Roller/Compactors
- Heavy Equipment Operations Level – II; hand-on training in operating bulldozers, excavators, scrapers, and road graders
Skills
Heavy Equipment Operator
Backhoe Operator
Skid Steer Operator
Loader Operator
Rough Terrain and Indoor Forklift Operator
Off-Road Dump Trucks
Roller/Compactor Operator
John deere 70 & 700 series tractors
CAT 900 series front end loaders
Automotive and heavy equipment maintenance (detailing
window tint
motor and engine repair
brakes
tires
exhaust
transmissions)
Preventative Automotive and heavy equipment Maintenance
Landscaping (rider and push mowers
gas and battery operated weedwhackers and leaf blowers)
Warehouse organization and processing (loading/unloading
Bills of lading
Forklift maintenance)
Hardworking
Dedicated
Detailed Oriented
Strong Work Ethic
Effective Communication
Customer Relations
Team Collaboration
Site Layouts & Grade
Reading
Heavy Equipment Safety
Community Involvement
Time Management
Timeline
Landscape Construction Laborer
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01.2026 - 09.2026Read More
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Cook/Team Member
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05.2023 - 07.2023Read More
Associated Training Services
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Chaparral High School
HS Diploma
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