Troy Parrish
Mount Washington,KY
Summary
Combining military leadership as a Senior Transportation Sergeant with 25 years in the trucking sector, specializing in DOT compliance and training development. Expertise in managing programs that enhance safety and operational performance through robust training and documentation practices. 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
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1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Gunner Academy Course Manager
US Army Reserve
Fort Knox, Kentucky
08.2023 - Current
- Planned and executed 6 CSWQ and 6 Gate IV gunnery events resulting in 0 safety violations while maintaining ammunition and equipment accountability.
- Coordinated planning and execution of field training exercises, ensuring alignment with training objectives.
- Trained junior soldiers on weapon handling and safety protocols.
- Conducted after-action reviews to identify lessons learned and improve future training effectiveness.
- Monitored and secured weapons, ammunition and equipment.
- Responsible for ATRRS, RFMMS scheduling and billeting
for students. - Had direct responsibility for a hand receipt consisting of buildings, weapons, vehicles and automations
totaling over $800,000. - Had direct responsibility for a hand receipt consisting of buildings, weapons, vehicles and automationstotaling over $800,000.
DOT Compliance and Training Manager
M&M Cartage Co., Inc.
Louisville, KY
03.2014 - 08.2023
- Facilitated two-day new hire orientation, enhancing onboarding experience for new employees.
- Delivered CNG and forklift training in accordance with OSHA standards for safe practices.
- Managed training records and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed training programs to improve employee skills and meet compliance requirements.
- Created and updated driver qualification and personnel files in dispatch system.
- Recorded accidents efficiently, aiding in compliance with regulatory safety requirements.
- Worked closely with management to synchronize training strategies with business objectives.
Warehouse Supervisor
A&R LOGISTICS, INC
Joliet, IL
08.2009 - 06.2013
- Supervised daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Managed inventory using warehouse management systems to track stock levels.
- Coordinated shipping and receiving activities to meet operational schedules.
- Supervised loading and unloading of materials from incoming trucks.
- Monitored warehouse operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Managed daily cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
- Reviewed inventory sheet against shipments received and alerted manager of discrepancies.
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
Dry bulk tuck driver
A&R Transport
Jeffersonville, IN
02.2005 - 08.2009
Driver
J. B. HUNT TRANSPORT
Louisville, KY
04.2000 - 10.2003
Driver
FIRST FLEET, INC
Murfreesboro, TN
07.1999 - 04.2000
Book Fair Associate
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIRS, INC
Louisville, KY
08.1998 - 07.1999
Warehouse Laborer
VAN WATERS & ROGERS, INC
Louisville, KY
03.1998 - 08.1998
Driver, Equipment Operator
FLYNN BROTHERS CONTRACTING, INC
Louisville, KY
03.1997 - 03.1998
Driver
CHAMPION TRUCKING, INC
New Albany, IN
10.1996 - 03.1997
Driver
TIGER TRUCK LINES
Clarksville, IN
05.1996 - 10.1996
Driver
CHAMPION TRUCKING, INC
New Albany, IN
10.1994 - 05.1996
Education
AA - Multidisciplinary Studies
Grantham University
Kansas City, MO05-2013
Diploma -
Oneida Baptist Institute
Oneida, KY05-1989
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Document creation and editing
- Presentation design
- Driving expertise
- Management skills
- Training and development
- Weapon handling proficiency
- Equipment accountability
- Safety regulation compliance
- Problem solving abilities
- Supervisory experience
- Military operations knowledge
- Leadership development
- Ammunition management
- Team collaboration
Personal Information
- Title: Safety, Training & DOT Compliance
- Driving License: CDL Class A
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Forklift Certified, CDL Class A
Assessments
- Attention to Detail — Familiar
- October 2019
- Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information.
- Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_assignment/ejz2gzrjqm2gk0du
- Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Additional Information
- In June 2016 I attended a “Train the Trainer” course through Pro Lift to certify forklift operators.
- In July 2019 I attended an ELD Workshop where I learned the ins and outs of the ELD migration / conversion process.
Military Service
- Branch: Army Reserve
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: Master Sergeant
- Present
- Commendations:
- MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL (3), ARMY COMMENDATION MEDAL (3), ARMY ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (4)
- JOINT MERITORIOUS UNIT AWARD, NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL (2), SOUTHWEST ASIA
- SERVICE MEDAL (2), HUMANITARIAN SERVICE MEDAL (2), GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM SERVICE
- MEDAL, IRAQ CAMPAIGN SERVICE MEDAL (3), COMBAT ACTION RIBBON, BASIC ARMY INSTRUCTOR
- BADGE, DRIVERS BADGE
Timeline
Senior Gunner Academy Course Manager
US Army Reserve
08.2023 - Current
DOT Compliance and Training Manager
M&M Cartage Co., Inc.
03.2014 - 08.2023
Warehouse Supervisor
A&R LOGISTICS, INC
08.2009 - 06.2013
Dry bulk tuck driver
A&R Transport
02.2005 - 08.2009
Driver
J. B. HUNT TRANSPORT
04.2000 - 10.2003
Driver
FIRST FLEET, INC
07.1999 - 04.2000
Book Fair Associate
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIRS, INC
08.1998 - 07.1999
Warehouse Laborer
VAN WATERS & ROGERS, INC
03.1998 - 08.1998
Driver, Equipment Operator
FLYNN BROTHERS CONTRACTING, INC
03.1997 - 03.1998
Driver
CHAMPION TRUCKING, INC
10.1996 - 03.1997
Driver
TIGER TRUCK LINES
05.1996 - 10.1996
Driver
CHAMPION TRUCKING, INC
10.1994 - 05.1996
AA - Multidisciplinary Studies
Grantham University
Diploma -
Oneida Baptist Institute