Leland Dunham
Heavy equipment operator, rancher farmer, labourer
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About
I would consider myself a jack of all trades and a master of none. However I'm a very good operator and a skilled labourer. I've been operating and labouring for over 10 years.
I keep a clean work space wether it be in a shop/warehouse or in a peice of equipment. I'm passionate about everything I do and I'm a quick learner.
Experience
Atlas Clamp Inc. — Labourer / Mechanic / Shop Hand / Steel Fabrication / Forklift Operator / Inventory
Clerk
July 2024 – November 2024
- Assisted with steel fabrication, assembly line production, and shop/yard housekeeping.
- Performed mechanical servicing on hydraulic pumps, forklifts, ironworkers, and drills.
- Operated forklifts safely in tight spaces to move and load finished products.
- Conducted inventory of incoming steel and outgoing finished products.
Location Cats Ltd. — Heavy Equipment Operator (Labourer / Skid Steer / Rock Truck / Excavator /
Dozer / Scraper / Lube Truck / Water Truck)
August 2018 – November 2023
- Operated multiple types of heavy equipment safely and efficiently under foreman direction.
- Maintained excellent safety record while meeting project deadlines.
- Conducted daily inspections, maintenance, and repairs on machinery.
- Provided recommendations to improve site safety and environmental performance.
- Assisted with safety meetings and training for construction staff.
Jay’s Salvage & Cats (Forestry) — Grapple Skidder Operator / Delimber
September 2015 – 2025
- Operated skidders and delimbers to move, process, and prepare timber for transport.
- Worked with chainsaws to fell, limb, and buck trees safely.
- Assessed terrain, weather, and site conditions before operations.
- Maintained and repaired forestry equipment to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated in rotating crew roles to meet production demands.
Family Farm — Farm Labourer / Equipment Operator
2015 – 2024
- Operated tractors, skid steers, and haying equipment (balers, swathers, etc.).
- Performed mechanical repairs on farm equipment, pickups, and machinery.
- Assisted with daily cattle care, feeding, and watering.
- Supported seasonal farming operatio
Education
High school Lac la biche Alberta