Devan Barnett
Tuscaloosa
Summary
Dynamic instructor with expertise in curriculum development and student evaluation. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and classroom management, driving effective learning outcomes in transportation safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
FB 101 Instructor
SEL Transportation
Tuscaloosa, AL
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging instructional materials for transportation safety protocols.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions to enhance driver skills and compliance with regulations.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments to ensure understanding of key concepts.
- Collaborated with team members to refine curricula based on feedback and industry trends.
- Adapted training programs to meet diverse learner needs, ensuring inclusivity in instruction methods.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
Truck Driver
SEL Transportaion
Tuscaloosa, AL
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Operated long-haul trucks to deliver goods efficiently and safely across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logbooks detailing hours of service, mileage, and fuel consumption.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and safety protocols to minimize risks during transportation.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading processes to prevent damage during transit.
Truck Driver/ Trainer
Mcelroy Truck Lines
Cuba, AL
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated long-haul trucks in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
- Managed timely deliveries while maintaining accurate logs of hours and mileage.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize routing for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Assisted in training new drivers on operational protocols and safety procedures.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing targeted feedback to promote improvement.
- Collaborated with industry professionals to ensure curriculum alignment with current transportation trends and standards.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
HVAC Technician
Southern Heating & Cooling
Northport, AL
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Diagnosed and repaired HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on heating and cooling equipment, enhancing system reliability and energy efficiency.
- Assisted in installation of HVAC units, collaborating with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Conducted troubleshooting for complex HVAC issues, utilizing diagnostic tools to identify root causes.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing training on best practices for installation and maintenance tasks.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans that reduced downtime and extended equipment lifespan for clients.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gordo High School
Gordo, AL05-2018
No Degree - Major Biology Minor in Psyhcology
Lane College
Jackson, TN09-2019
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Expertise in subject matter
- Collaborative team player
- Continuous professional development
- Group and individual instruction
- Student engagement
- Instructional techniques
- Classroom management
- Recordkeeping
- Student evaluation
- Cultural sensitivity
- Classroom management techniques
Certification
Class A CDL
Pro Drive Defensive Driving Class Instructor and Trainer
Forklift Certified
Scissor Lift Certified
Timeline
FB 101 Instructor
SEL Transportation
06.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
SEL Transportaion
07.2024 - 05.2025
Truck Driver/ Trainer
Mcelroy Truck Lines
08.2023 - 06.2024
HVAC Technician
Southern Heating & Cooling
04.2021 - 05.2023
No Degree - Major Biology Minor in Psyhcology
Lane College
High School Diploma -
Gordo High School
SEL Safety First 2025 Award Winner
SEL Safety First Award is given to the person within the company who goes above and beyond to not only keep themselves safe, but as well as the drivers of the company and the motoring public.