Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Willy Leestma

Port Orchard,WA

Summary

Seasoned Heavy Equipment Operator with a robust background in excavation, notably with Flatiron. Expert in variety of heavy equipment and operations. Complemented by strong verbal communication skills. Proven track record in enhancing safety and efficiency, with a commitment to exceeding project standards.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Operator

Flatiron/Lane
Renton, WA
01.2018 - Current
  • Collaborated with subcontracted drilling companies to build structural shoring walls.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Assisted with the installation of storm lines.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Graham Construction & Engineering
Federal Way , WA
02.2017 - 12.2017
  • Supported the mainline pipe crew to ensure labor efficiency and job completion in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities, such as storm lines and water mains.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Gary Merlino Construction
Seattle, Washington
06.2015 - 02.2017
  • Provided preventative maintenance to heavy equipment and the aggregate plant.
  • Primary loader operator at Quality Aggregates, LLC.
  • Provided verbal instructions to a variety of drivers to sort and organize materials.

Heavy Equipment Operator

United States Marine Corps
Pendelton , CA
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Accurately maintained logs to ensure efficient tool room organization.

Education

Apprenticeship -

302 Union Engineer Operating School
Ellensburg, WA
01-2019

High School Diploma -

North Mason High School
Belfair, WA
06-2009

Skills

  • Experience with front-end loader, backhoe, bulldozer, excavator, roller, and forklift
  • Pre-operational equipment inspections
  • Perform preventive maintenance
  • Follow and provide verbal and written communication
  • Compliant in safety policies and procedures

Certification

OSHA 10 certification

First aid and CPR certified

Timeline

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Operator

Flatiron/Lane
01.2018 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Graham Construction & Engineering
02.2017 - 12.2017

Heavy Equipment Operator

Gary Merlino Construction
06.2015 - 02.2017

Heavy Equipment Operator

United States Marine Corps
01.2011 - 01.2015

Apprenticeship -

302 Union Engineer Operating School

High School Diploma -

North Mason High School
Willy Leestma