Darian Smith
Corsicana,TX
Summary
- Dedicated Fuel Shop Apprentice with training in repair, installation, and materials coordination. Physically fit with a flexible schedule, always ready for the next challenge. Committed to delivering exceptional results for myself and my team.
- Consistent Rural Mail Carrier delivering various types of letters, certified mail, parcels and packages to home and business owners via foot or mail truck. Efficient processing skills to sustain on-time delivery. Outstanding skills in prioritizing and executing tasks in fast-paced environments.
- Business-minded professional tackling any job task with gusto and precision. Determined Front Office Supervisor delivering exceptional service and responding to questions and inquiries quickly. Demonstrates positive attitude and readiness to adapt to different situations.
- Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
- Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
- Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
- Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Security Guard
RAM Investigations
Silver Spring, MD
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed foot patrols of assigned areas and monitored for suspicious activities.
- Responded to emergency alarms and investigated disturbances on premises.
- Provided escorts to customers, visitors, or employees as requested.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations in a professional manner.
- Patrolled parking lots for vehicles that were parked illegally or abandoned.
- Observed public areas for suspicious persons or activities.
- Checked identification cards from individuals entering restricted areas.
- Assisted with controlling traffic flow during large-scale events.
- Apprehended suspects and worked with local law enforcement to provide valuable evidence.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
Assistant Rural Carrier
United States Post Office
California, MD
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Handled missing postage and returned mail for route customers.
- Distributed parcels and letters across the daily route of homes and businesses.
- Drove right-handed vehicles and delivered mail to rural locations.
- Met performance targets consistently through hard work and efficient handling of each stop.
- Delivered and collected mail for designated route to businesses and residential homes using satchels, cars, and small trucks.
- Delivered various types of mail on routes, according to strict timelines.
- Delivered mail to residents and businesses within assigned area.
- Collected money for cash-on-delivery and postage-due mail to turn in receipts to the postal office.
- Used road maps or GPS to verify routes and designated addresses.
- Separated mail to be transported to relay boxes along route for subsequent delivery.
- Sorted mail for delivery, arranging mail in delivery sequence.
- Scanned labels on letters or parcels to confirm receipt.
- Bundled mail in preparation for delivery or transportation to relay boxes.
Fuel Shop Apprentice National Guard
USAF
Middle River, MD
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Interacted with supervisor and various experts to address escalated issues.
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn all related job tasks and roles.
- Operated hand and power tools, and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under the supervision of fully qualified supervisors.
- Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
Field Operations Manager
84 Lumber
Annapolis, MD
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets, and measuring results.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing, and sales.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Busser/Restaurant Waiter
The Charles
La Plata, MD
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments, and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials, wine, and desserts to increase profits.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins, and other needs.
- Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol, and polishing silverware.
- Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware, and flowers to beautify the table.
- Collaborated with host, bus person, and cook to serve up food and beverage options.
- Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
- Carefully transferred orders from the kitchen and bar areas to tables, and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Cashier/Cook
Sonic
La Plata, MD
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Assisted with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers and maintain satisfaction levels.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
- Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
Cashier
McDonald's
La Plata, MD
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Assisted with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
- Resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
- Promoted specific item options to drive sales and achieve add-on purchases.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers and maintain satisfaction levels.
- Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency.
- Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
Education
Airman -
Basic Military Training
San Antonio, TXHigh School Diploma -
La Plata High School
La Plata, MDSkills
- Food safety understanding
- Effective customer upselling
- Price memorization
- Menu knowledge
- Point of Sale (POS) system operations
- Safe food handling
- Relationship management
- Service prioritization
- Quality control
- Route Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Flexible Schedule
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Team Management
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Math
- Customer Service
- GPS Use
- Vehicle Inspections
- Mileage Documentation
- Active Listening
- PPE Use
- Investigative skills
- Patrol procedures
- Work ethic
- Staff Management
- ID Verification
- Emergency awareness
- Relationship building and management
- Reporting skills
- Workplace Safety
- Maintenance & Repair
- Computer Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- Relationship Building
- Problem Resolution
- Firearm handling
- Physical Fitness
- Crowd Management
- Threat Assessment
Accomplishments
- Attained "Marksman" ribbon during Air Force Basic Training
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Private Security Guard
RAM Investigations
03.2024 - 09.2024
Assistant Rural Carrier
United States Post Office
03.2022 - 03.2024
Field Operations Manager
84 Lumber
01.2021 - 11.2021
Fuel Shop Apprentice National Guard
USAF
09.2019 - 04.2023
Busser/Restaurant Waiter
The Charles
11.2018 - 03.2020
Cashier/Cook
Sonic
11.2017 - 11.2018
Cashier
McDonald's
01.2017 - 10.2017
Airman -
Basic Military Training
High School Diploma -
La Plata High School
Similar Profiles
Arthur RiveraArthur Rivera
Private Investigator at RAM Attorney InvestigationsPrivate Investigator at RAM Attorney Investigations
BRIAN TAYLORBRIAN TAYLOR
Senior Field Investigator at Essential Investigations Inc, Expert InvestigationsSenior Field Investigator at Essential Investigations Inc, Expert Investigations
Claude WilcoxClaude Wilcox
Senior Customer Sales Consultant at Mattblatt Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, *Formerly Family Chrysler Dodge Jeep RamSenior Customer Sales Consultant at Mattblatt Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, *Formerly Family Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Julianna SmithJulianna Smith
Lifeguard at YMCA of CorsicanaLifeguard at YMCA of Corsicana
Tonyua ClevelandTonyua Cleveland
Talent Development Specialist at North Central Texas Workforce SolutionsTalent Development Specialist at North Central Texas Workforce Solutions