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Tawanna Leyba

Quemado

Summary

Skilled Labor Worker with strong track record of success in safety, maintenance, repair and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record. Dependable [laborer] skilled in using hand and power tools in construction environments. Collaborates well with other team members and willing to help in any capacity to complete jobs. All skills & projects have been completed with safety as the overall priority.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Recreation Technician

US Forest Service
10.2023 - Current
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to participants, addressing concerns and offering information about available resources.
  • Collection Officer Certification.
  • Collected campsite fees, recorded and transferred cash for recreation sites.
  • F.P.O certification:
  • Maintained developed sites, e.g., roadside and backcountry dispersed sites. Made repairs, removed or replaced facilities, or closed areas of facilities when hazards couldn't be promptly eliminated.
  • Maintained recreation facilities such as toilets, road closure gates, water systems, picnic tables, fire rings, barriers, dumpsters.
  • Helped create design narrative for El Caso Campgrounds.
  • BCM(T): supervised camp crew, ordered resources as needed for camp and for firefighters.

VSIA

US Forest Service
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Install and maintain information boards, travel signs, regulatory signs and other signage associated with recreation sites, travel management and safety.
  • Picked up and delivered meals to firefighters.
  • Helped assemble and fill cubies with water for fire crews.
  • Provide detailed information about recreation opportunities to forest visitors and explain Forest Service rules and regulations. Provide information on resource management practices, regulations, and current conditions.
  • Ability to effectively meet and communicate with contractors, coworkers, and forest visitors, as well as demonstrate recreation principles, Maintains contact with Campground host (s).
  • Knowledge of recreation safety, health standards, safety hazard analyses of recreation areas, water quality standards, and established safety practices to prevent disease, injury or loss of life.
  • Knowledge of operation and performed maintenance of off-road motorized vehicles, such as ATV's.
  • Trusted to pull and count money collections.

Laborer

Gallup Well Drilling
05.2019 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
  • Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
  • Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
  • Dug trenches, ditches and holes to allow for utility, water and sewer installation and proper foundation for structures.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
  • Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
  • Have 50+ hours running heavy equipment such as: Skid steer, Backhoe, Trencher to dig and backfill ditches and Trenches.
  • Used power tools such as skill saw, grinder, Impact wrench, drill.
  • Welded with a mig welder to build solar panel racks.
  • Built fences.

Front Desk Clerk/Small Engine Mechanic

J&Y Auto Service
12.2012 - 05.2019
  • Answered up to 50+ customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
  • Calculated billings and posted charges to customer accounts, reviewing charges with guests at checkout.
  • Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
  • Changed tires
  • Tire rotations
  • Assisted with oil changes
  • Worked on small engines, such as generators, weedeaters, chainsaws


Volunteer Fire Fighter and Ambulance Driver

Quemado Fire And EMS
12.2012 - 05.2019
  • Transported patients to assigned medical facilities, enabling secure delivery to appropriate departments.
  • Maintained flexible availability to accommodate on-call hours.
  • Accepted daily patient transport assignments and drove ambulance with medical personnel to patient location.
  • Documented and reported mechanical issues to appropriate service personnel.
  • Assisted patients onto ambulance gurney and with transfer into ambulance.
  • Earned and maintained necessary certifications.
  • Assessed ambulance for cleanliness and properly stocked with first aid and medical supplies.
  • Removed and replaced soiled linens and equipment to maintain sanitary conditions.
  • Reported facts concerning accidents or emergencies to hospital personnel and law enforcement officials.
  • Administered first aid such as bandaging, splinting and oxygen support.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility and safety.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in team settings, providing support and guidance.

Cook

Largo Cafe And Motel
09.2009 - 12.2012
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced public environment.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

Building Maintenance Worker

Trapper Creek Job Corps
06.1996 - 04.1997
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Restored and repaired worn and damaged building components to support appearance, longevity and security.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, and applied wallpaper.
  • Filled and replaced fire extinguisher.
  • Tested fire safety and emergency systems and inspected fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.

Education

GED -

Quemado High School
Quemado, NM
05.1997

GED -

Trapper Creek Job Corps
Darby, MT
06.1996

Skills

  • Ditch Digging
  • Machinery Maintenance
  • Preparing Job Sites
  • Performing Manual Labor
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Hand and Power Tools/Welding and Cutting
  • Site Cleanup
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Pressure Washers
  • Stump Pulling
  • Able to safely drive large trucks
  • Safely haul heavy trailers

Work References

Bradford Evans:

Recreation Technician Supervisor

575-773-4678

bradford.evans@usda.gov

Ellen Roper:

SSS

575-773-4678

ellen.roper@usda.gov

James Reid: 

Owner/Operator 

Gallup Well Drilling 

505-366-8018

jamesreid553@gmail.com

Jerry Armstrong:

Owner/Operator

J&Y Auto Service 

575-773-4775

 Quemado Fire and EMS Fire Chief

575-418-8594

quemao.jerry@gmail.com


CHARACTER REFERENCES;


John Pierson:

District Ranger (retired) USFS Reserve RD Gila NF

575-313-3823

jpierson1965@gmail.com


John Sirman: 

Owner

Pie Town Trading Post 

936-245-2447

johnsirman51@gmail.com


OK TO CONTACT ALL REFERENCES





Trainings


  • Trainings-IS 100-C Introduction to incident command system
  • ICS- 100, IS-200 C Basic incident command system for initial response ICS-200
  • IS-700 B An introduction to the national incident management system
  • S-130 Firefighter Training,S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
  • L-180 Human factors in The Wildland Fire Service
  • PII Training Course, FS-USDA Information Security Awareness and ROB
  • Work Place Prevention: Plan, Prepare, Prevent
  • WSDA Whistleblower Rights and Remedies
  • USDA Records Management
  • Understanding and Interrupting Unconscious Bias: The Fear of Act Training for USDA
  • Section 508: What it is and why it is important
  • New USDA Performance and Awards Policies Guide
  • Forest Service Collection Officer Training
  • 2023 FS-USDA Information Security Awareness Training and Acknowledgement of ROB
  • Defensive and Distracted Driving
  • ERS/ POSS training.
  • Collection officer training
  • Forest Protection Officer training
  • BCM(T)

Timeline

Recreation Technician

US Forest Service
10.2023 - Current

VSIA

US Forest Service
06.2023 - 08.2023

Laborer

Gallup Well Drilling
05.2019 - 01.2023

Front Desk Clerk/Small Engine Mechanic

J&Y Auto Service
12.2012 - 05.2019

Volunteer Fire Fighter and Ambulance Driver

Quemado Fire And EMS
12.2012 - 05.2019

Cook

Largo Cafe And Motel
09.2009 - 12.2012

Building Maintenance Worker

Trapper Creek Job Corps
06.1996 - 04.1997

GED -

Quemado High School

GED -

Trapper Creek Job Corps

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