Open To Work
Arthur Parkerson
Lafayette,LA
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong emphasis on Project Management across diverse environments, significant expertise in overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery, Skilled in strategic planning, budget management, and schedule development, and control ensures timely and cost-effective project delivery. Proficient in Project Risk Management, Six Sigma quality principles, and global management practices, complemented by a solid background in procurement contracts and professional presentations. Committed to continuous improvement. Strong focus on team collaboration, fostering results-driven environment, and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Driver
Crete Carrier
400 NW 56th Street
05.2026 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to communicate road conditions and delivery timelines effectively.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to deliveries, ensuring high levels of service satisfaction through effective communication skills.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
Transportation Reefer Driver
KLLM Transport
135 Riverview Dr. Richland, MS
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Operated and maintained commercial vehicles in compliance with reefer safety regulations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict reefer delivery schedules.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding deliveries, enhancing service satisfaction levels.
- Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
- Provided exceptional customer service during pick-up and delivery interactions, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
Hazmat Transportation Driver
Dedicated Transportation
Lafayette, LA
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to report progress and address issues promptly.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company protocols and hazmat safety procedures.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize hazmat schedules.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding shipment statuses, delays, or any other pertinent hazmat information.
- Resolved hazmat route issues during transit by communicating effectively with team members and clients.
- Continuously updated knowledge of routes, construction zones, detours, or hazardous conditions for optimal travel planning.
- Navigated complex hazmat delivery routes using GPS technology
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
CDLA Transportation
Swift/GP Transport
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
College Recruiter and Sales
ITT Technical Institution
Baton Rouge, La
11.2011 - 03.2016
- Innovated ways of finding out what a potential students likes, strengths where on course building, career decisions and selection.
- Conducted candidate screenings and interviews to identify qualified applicants for technical programs.
- Strong follow-up and continued motivation leading toward their progress and eventual graduation with 80% retention rate.
- Collaborated with academic departments to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Participated in student alumni organizations, career fairs, drafting and design tutoring and admissions recommendations when required to do so.
- Researched and added strategic technology video plans to my interviews allowing me achieve a 95% closing average.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Promoted and developed new personal leads at malls, community, state, national events, meetings, and by developing partnerships with industry.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
Project Manager Owner
Father and Son Homes
Lake Charles, La
- Designed 20 to 30 new spec homes in Westlake La. using Auto CAD Architecture Rivet software.
- Building electrical layout using Auto CAD electrical designed software.
- Created subdivision plots using Auto CAD Civil 3D software displaying elevations, grading, dimensions, building, safety codes, and environmental regulations.
- Rendered buildings and displayed interiors using Auto CAD 3D Max and Rivet to communicate with potential buyers.
- Created 2D technical drawings, 3D models and Created photo realistic renders from CAD files.
- Coordinated and engineered all project aspects of building activities with sub-contractors, architects and buyers.
- Coordinated sub-contractors, material vendors, to implement different project phases specifications and design changes.
- Presented power point presentations explaining project phases, schedules, proposals, budgets, bids, feasibility, material quality, cost estimates, developed, policies, standards, and project procedures.
Different Shipyards and Industrial Facilities
Morgan City, New Iberia, La
- Project Planning, Interpreting construction project blueprints, electrical schematics and fitting industrial structures together.
- Planned, organized, directed, fitted oilfield structures activities with the construction, assembling, repairing structures, facilities, and systems.
Supervisor Installation Construction
Direct TV
Lafayette, La
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Auto CAD Electrical used to redesign some electrical layouts for my personal communications with the customer.
- Auto CAD Architectural Rivet used on certain projects to discuss to my customer their building design layout.
- Developed expectations and deliverables of the new project, clarified the project’s vision and created a project plan.
- Managed Field Operations tactical activities with my technicians and home owners on what project installation process, layout, timeline planning, work procedures, potential installation risk and Developed quality customer service plan.
- Planned, scheduled and inspected, wiring diagram of new product integration, dish placement set-up, activations and inspection of proper electronic equipment.
- Investigated and corrected improper installs, activation delays, and made sure equipment specs, codes and compliance codes were implemented on technician installation projects and Performed other duties as required.
Field Testing Technician
PSI – ACI
Baton Rouge, La
01.2006 - 08.2007
Computer Operator IT
Daniel Edwards
Amite, La
01.2002 - 01.2003
Manager II
Walgreen’s Drugs
Terry town, La
01.1999 - 12.2000
Education
AS-Associates of Science - Drafting and Design
ITT Technical Institution
Baton Rouge, LaBS-Bachelor of Science - Project Management
ITT Technical Institution
Baton Rouge, LaSkills
- Client relations
- CMS wordpress
- Risk management
- Staff management
- Project scheduling
- Team collaboration
- Report Preparation
- Workflow planning
- Scope management
- Business Negotiation
- Relationship building
- Microsoft Application
- Conflict management
- Compliance monitoring
- Staff training and motivation
- Project planning and development
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Completed the Westlake Project on time and $5000 under budget.
- Using a Six Sigma System, we implemented One Stop Building for clients, achieving cost-effective volume savings on materials and reducing the Cost to the Consumer and the company's bottom line.
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional (pend)
- Word proof (pend)
- Hazmat & Explosions
- T.W.I.C
Timeline
Transportation Driver
Crete Carrier
05.2026 - Current
Transportation Reefer Driver
KLLM Transport
11.2021 - 11.2023
Hazmat Transportation Driver
Dedicated Transportation
01.2019 - 01.2021
CDLA Transportation
Swift/GP Transport
01.2016 - 01.2019
College Recruiter and Sales
ITT Technical Institution
11.2011 - 03.2016
Field Testing Technician
PSI – ACI
01.2006 - 08.2007
Supervisor Installation Construction
Direct TV
01.2003 - 01.2006
Computer Operator IT
Daniel Edwards
01.2002 - 01.2003
Manager II
Walgreen’s Drugs
01.1999 - 12.2000
BS-Bachelor of Science - Project Management
ITT Technical Institution
Project Manager Owner
Father and Son Homes
Different Shipyards and Industrial Facilities
AS-Associates of Science - Drafting and Design
ITT Technical Institution