Dante Chopin
Laplace,LA
Summary
A motivated and dependable army service member with experience in combat engineering and youth leadership. Known for strong discipline, accountability, and the ability to lead and mentor others. CDL certified with a solid understanding of safety and transportation operations. Looking to bring military skills and a hardworking mindset into a stable civilian career.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
COMBAT ENGINEER (12B)
Army National Guard
Laplace, USA
08.2016 - Current
- Operate and maintain heavy equipment, ensuring safety and mission readiness
- Train and mentor junior soldiers in combat engineering and field operations
- Support disaster relief efforts, including debris removal and emergency response
- Maintain 100% accountability of assigned equipment
- Deliver clear briefings to improve team communication and coordination
TRUCK DRIVER
Total Transportation of Mississippi
Duncan, USA
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered goods safely and timely using commercial vehicles
- Completed pre/post trip inspections and maintained dot compliant logs
- Adapted to route, traffic, and whether conditions to meet deadlines
- Ensured load security, identified and reported maintenance issues
STAFF INSTRUCTOR
Youth Challenge Program
Carville, USA
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Mentored and instructed at risk youth in a structured military style environment, promoting discipline and life skills
- Tracked cadet progress and maintained documentation on defilement of core values and performance
- Led training in drill marching, and proper military communication and bearing
DECKHAND
Crecent ship services
Convent, USA
04.2018 - 09.2021
- Operated deck equipment and forklifts to support safe loading and unloading of cargo
- Assisted with vessel operations including docking, cargo handling and coordination with crew
- Performed routine maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment safety and reliability
- Followed safety protocols and handled hazardous materials in compliance with regulations
Education
COASTAL DRIVING SCHOOL
HAMMOND, LAHigh School -
EAST ST. JOHN HIGHSCHOOL
RESERVE, LASkills
- Planning and organizing
- Security Procedures
- IEDs
- Safety Standard Enforcement
- Weapons Handling
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Flexible
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- First Aid Administration
Timeline
TRUCK DRIVER
Total Transportation of Mississippi
08.2024 - 06.2025
STAFF INSTRUCTOR
Youth Challenge Program
01.2022 - 03.2024
DECKHAND
Crecent ship services
04.2018 - 09.2021
COMBAT ENGINEER (12B)
Army National Guard
08.2016 - Current
COASTAL DRIVING SCHOOL
High School -
EAST ST. JOHN HIGHSCHOOL