Dillon Townsend
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Mission-driven Disabled Veteran with Army medic leadership, international assignment experience, and a strong record of safe, courteous service. Combines team coordination, route planning, and attention to detail to deliver dependable support in fast-paced settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Ride Share Driver
Lyft
Clarksville, TN
09.2025 - Current
- Transported Lyft riders safely to various destinations safely to destinations using GPS navigation.
- Greeted passengers with a friendly demeanor during rides and provided courteous in-ride communication.
- Ensured vehicle cleanliness and readiness for daily passenger service and readiness for daily passenger service.
Stay at home Dad
06.2020 - Current
- My wife is still serving in the US Army so with her hectic schedule most parental duties fall on me.
Host
Scales Seafood & Steaks
Monterey, CA
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Greeted guests at Scales Seafood & Steaks with warm, professional service.
- Seated guests to improve table turnover and elevate guest satisfaction
- Managed reservations and walk-in seating for dining room flow.
- Answered guest questions about menu selections and restaurant policies.
- Cleared tables after guests finished their meals and arranged tables to ensure a clean and organized dining environment
Delivery Driver
Papa Johns
Columbus, GA
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Delivered Papa Johns orders safely using mapped routes and traffic laws.
- Delivered orders promptly and accurately, contributing to high customer satisfaction while managing school commitments
- Verified pizza orders, drinks, and sides before leaving Papa John's store.
- Processed cash payments at checkout and card payments following Papa John's checkout procedures.
Medic Team Leader
U.S. Army
Baumholder
10.2013 - 09.2016
- Led medic team for 2 years, ensuring mission readiness and effective medical care delivery
- Provided critical medical support as combat medic/healthcare specialist for nearly 4 years in diverse environments
- Supported presidential medical coverage for President Obama in Kenya during international missions
Laborer
Able Body Labor
Columbus, GA
02.2011 - 03.2012
- Performed construction labor on FT Benning, Georgia, ensuring project completion and maintaining site safety.
- Performed general labor for Able Body Labor at construction and warehouse sites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, tools, and supplies for daily job assignments.
- Moved heavy objects using hand trucks, dollies, and pallet jacks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05-2028
Associate's degree - General studies
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Phenix City, AL07-2025
Business Administration
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12-2010
High School Diploma -
Russell County High School
Seale, AL05-2010
Skills
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Safe Driving Practices
- Route Planning
- Route Optimization
- In-Ride Communication
- Passenger Safety Protocols
- Customer support
- Dining service
- Host
- Team management
- Team supervision
- Collaborative work
- Time management
- Analytical thinking
- Office applications
- Guest relations
Personal Information
- Driving License: Drivers License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Drivers License
Military service
- Specialist | Army | US
- March 2013 to September 2016
- Description
- US Army Medic/Team Leader
Timeline
Ride Share Driver
Lyft
09.2025 - Current
Stay at home Dad
06.2020 - Current
Host
Scales Seafood & Steaks
08.2018 - 12.2018
Delivery Driver
Papa Johns
10.2017 - 03.2018
Medic Team Leader
U.S. Army
10.2013 - 09.2016
Laborer
Able Body Labor
02.2011 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - History
Austin Peay State University
Associate's degree - General studies
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Business Administration
University of Alabama
High School Diploma -
Russell County High School