Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
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DeliveryDriver

Darel Howard

Granbury,TX

Summary

Dedicated disabled veteran with over eight years of experience supporting fellow veterans through workforce development programs and career services. Expertise in customer service and operational efficiency empowers individuals to identify meaningful career opportunities aligned with their qualifications. Proficient in computer maintenance and repair, with a strong desire to transition into the IT field, combining technical skills with a commitment to delivering impactful solutions. Passionate about fostering career development and seeking to contribute to organizations that prioritize innovation and client-centered approaches.

Overview

2017
2017
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Driver

Woods Furniture Gallery
07.2014 - 01.2017
  • Deliver and assemble furniture, maintain multiple warehouses, furniture repair and sales.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.

VA Work Study

Texas Workforce Commission
03.2010 - 04.2014

Conducted interviews to assess veteran client needs; disseminated information regarding employment and training programs and facilitated veteran access to all workforce development programs and services. Worked under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Accepted and processed Work In Texas applications ensuring completeness and quality. Assessed veterans to explore career development opportunities and training needs. Matched veterans qualifications to requirements on employer's job orders. Referred and job developed veterans to employment opportunities based on qualifications consistent with employer requirements.

  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Vehicle Dispatcher

United States Air Force
01.2006 - 12.2009
  • Inspected and maintained a fleet of over 100 vehicles. Shift Supervisor and managed a crew of Airmen dispatching them on pickup and delivery runs and all incoming and out coming aircrew.
  • Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of [Number] fleet vehicles.
  • Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
  • Monitored and tracked dispatch communication systems.
  • Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.

Disabled Veterans

Unemployed Veteran
2010 - 2025
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer and Information Sciences, General

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX
01.2014

No Degree - Dispatch/Vehicle Operations

USAF Vehicle Operator/Dispatcher Tech School
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
04-2006

High School Diploma -

Granbury High School
Granbury, TX
01.2005

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Computer Maintenance
  • Computer Repair
  • Organization and time management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Data management
  • Data entry
  • [Equipment] operation
  • Critical thinking
  • Analytical thinking

Languages

English

Timeline

Delivery Driver

Woods Furniture Gallery
07.2014 - 01.2017

VA Work Study

Texas Workforce Commission
03.2010 - 04.2014

Vehicle Dispatcher

United States Air Force
01.2006 - 12.2009

Disabled Veterans

Unemployed Veteran
2010 - 2025

Bachelor of Science - Computer and Information Sciences, General

Tarleton State University

No Degree - Dispatch/Vehicle Operations

USAF Vehicle Operator/Dispatcher Tech School

High School Diploma -

Granbury High School
Darel Howard