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COMMERCIAL DRIVER TRAINER
Professional Summary

Safety-conscious Commercial Truck Driver with more than 20 years of experience transporting and delivering goods and services . Focused on guaranteeing on-time delivery within specified time frames and promoting customer loyalty and retention. In-depth knowledge of specialized transportation equipment, including Dry Van , Refer and Flatbed equipment.

Skills
  • Fluid hauling
  • Route planning
  • Pre- and post-trip inspections
  • Equipment operation
  • Assisting customers
  • Observance of traffic laws
  • Heavy lifting
  • Safety hazard detection
  • Defensive driving practices
  • Maintaining safety
  • Planning routes
  • Product quality preservation
  • Training in hazmat procedures
  • Hazardous materials
  • Loading and unloading
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Securing loads
  • Completing inspections
  • Paperwork and documentation
  • Picking up deliveries
  • Updating logs
  • Effective communication skills
  • Material coordination
Work History
Commercial Driver Trainer08/2020 to Current
Vance-Granville Community College – Henderson, NC
  • Maintained accurate student records to meet all DOT requirements.
  • Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
  • Retained current and thorough knowledge of state driving laws and regulations.
  • Offered timely commands to assist student driver in steering or braking to avoid accidents.
  • Tracked student attendance and offered support to reduce absences.
  • Developed curriculum to encourage student progress and advance performance level.
  • Moved vehicle to assigned location and checked and inspected vehicle components to maximize safety.
  • Supported student drivers in hands-on road training.
  • Designed routes and set practice skills to challenge student drivers and build behind-the-wheel confidence.
  • Verified proper use of safety restraints by vehicle occupants to comply with NC law.
  • Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
  • Participated in trainings, meetings and seminars to expand knowledge and optimize instruction.
Commercial Driver Trainer01/2019 to 08/2020
STVT Education- Miller Motte College – Raleigh, NC
  • Provided instruction in various backing maneuvers - straight line , off set , 90 degree , along with instructional on the road training.
  • Provided in person hands on training in safety skid avoidance and shifting on an automatic transmission.
  • Performed instructional services for classroom instruction and CDL range training and FMCA Regulation subjects.
  • Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
  • Assisted program participants with achieving career and learning goals.
  • Designed routes and set practice skills to challenge student drivers and build behind-the-wheel confidence.
  • Participated in trainings, meetings and seminars to expand knowledge and optimize instruction.
  • Developed curriculum to encourage student progress and advance performance level.
  • Tracked student attendance and offered support to reduce absences.
  • Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
  • Maintained accurate student records to meet all DOT requirements.
Commercial Truck Driver Trainer03/2018 to 02/2019
Carolina Trucking Academy – Raleigh, NC
  • Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
  • Made driving test appointments for each student and communicated with DMV staff.
  • Maintained accurate student records to meet all DOT requirements.
  • Administered Commercial Driver final exam education course and general knowledge test to assist students with earning learner's permits.
  • Offered timely commands to assist student driver in steering or braking to avoid accidents.
  • Retained current and thorough knowledge of state driving laws and regulations.
  • Tracked student attendance and offered support to reduce absences.
  • Developed curriculum to encourage student progress and advance performance level.
  • Supported student drivers in hands-on road training.
  • Designed routes and set practice skills to challenge student drivers and build behind-the-wheel confidence.
  • Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
  • Participated in trainings, meetings and seminars to expand knowledge and optimize instruction.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver12/2017 to 02/2018
USA Truck Inc. – Van Buren, AR
  • Kept meticulous logs of all correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
  • Inspected vehicle on daily basis, reporting any damage or issues to Driver Manager for immediate resolution.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
  • Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
  • Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
Education
Associate of Arts: IT Systems Administrator02/2018MyComputerCareer.com- Raleigh, NC
Associate of Arts: Criminology / Forensics06/2014ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis- Indianapolis, IN
High School Diploma06/1988Broughton Senior High School- Raleigh, NC
Additional Information

Commercial Truck Driver Instructor License - NC Department of Transportation

Certified Commercial Truck Driver Simulator Instructor

Certified Trucker Against Trafficking

Smith System Certified

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Vance-Granville Community College
  • STVT Education- Miller Motte College
  • Carolina Trucking Academy
  • USA Truck Inc.

School Attended

  • MyComputerCareer.com
  • ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
  • Broughton Senior High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Commercial Driver Trainer
  • Commercial Truck Driver Trainer
  • OTR Commercial Truck Driver

Degrees

  • Associate of Arts : IT Systems Administrator 02/2018
    Associate of Arts : Criminology / Forensics 06/2014
    High School Diploma 06/1988

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