Darel Parks
Riverside
Summary
Reliable Truck Driver known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in route planning, time management, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Possess strong navigation, vehicle maintenance knowledge, and load securing abilities. Excel in communication and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operations under diverse conditions.
Seasoned Truck Driver with a background in long-haul transport, logistics and safety compliance. Possess strong navigational skills, knowledge of vehicle maintenance and an impeccable driving record. Demonstrated ability to plan efficient routes while prioritizing safe delivery of goods. Previous role involved successfully reducing delivery times through strategic planning and time management.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Truck Driver
Western Express, Inc.
Bloomington
06.2022 - Current
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
Learning Ambassador
Amazon warehouse
Moreno Valley
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided guidance to employees on how to navigate the Learning Management System.
- Conducted one-on-one or group tutorials for employees who needed extra help with assignments.
- Assisted faculty in creating course materials and activities that support learning objectives.
- Participated in training sessions related to eLearning tools and techniques.
- Conducted product demonstrations to explain details, highlight features and show use.
Truck Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
Rialto
12.2016 - 07.2021
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Thermal Structures
Corona
10.2009 - 07.2016
- Supervised daily shipping and receiving operations at Thermal Structures.
- Coordinated logistics for inbound and outbound shipments efficiently.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Supervised a team of warehouse workers to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
Shift Manager
Jack in the Box
Riverside
07.2002 - 07.2009
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with food safety standards.
- Managed staff schedules to optimize labor efficiency and coverage.
- Trained new team members on service procedures and customer interactions.
- Oversaw the training of new employees on customer service, product knowledge, and cash handling techniques.
Education
Cpt - Nasm
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA 05.2025 - 11.2025
CDL - Truck Driving
Premier Truck Driving School
Colton, CA 12.2016 - 12.2016
Skills
- Load security
- Materials Transport
- Safe Driving
- Transportation safety
- Distance driving
- Time management
- Equipment maintenance
- Commercial driving
- OTR driving
- Trailer maintenance
- Air brake certification
- Efficient trip planner
- Safe driving
- Refrigerated trailers operation
Timeline
Cpt - Nasm
California State University, San Bernardino
05.2025 - 11.2025
Truck Driver
Western Express, Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Learning Ambassador
Amazon warehouse
08.2021 - 06.2022
CDL - Truck Driving
Premier Truck Driving School
12.2016 - 12.2016
Truck Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
12.2016 - 07.2021
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Thermal Structures
10.2009 - 07.2016
Shift Manager
Jack in the Box
07.2002 - 07.2009