Don Abbott
Alvarado,TX
Summary
Dynamic CDL Instructor and Training Engineer with Schneider Intermodal National, skilled in student assessment and curriculum development. Proven ability to enhance safety procedures and ensure regulatory compliance. Recognized for fostering open dialogue and achieving high student engagement through innovative instructional techniques. Committed to developing future drivers with a focus on driving excellence.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Instructor Road Operator
Schneider Intermodal National
Mesquite, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Planned and conducted activities for balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time, providing students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments such as quizzes, projects, papers, providing constructive feedback when necessary.
Training Engineer
Schneider Intermodal National
Ft.Worth, TX
03.2007 - 03.2022
- Encouraged open dialogue among participants throughout the duration of each course.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on vehicles and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Store Manager
Hobby Town USA
Arlington, TX
09.2003 - 09.2005
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Sales Associate, Store Inventory Management
The Home Depot Inc
Cleburne, TX
09.1989 - 09.1993
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
US Army Soldier
US ARMY
, TX
09.1980 - 09.1989
Education
Associate of Science - Computational Science
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA10-1983
Skills
- Student assessment
- Safety procedures
- Curriculum development
- Driving techniques
- Regulatory compliance
- Vehicle inspection
Accomplishments
Schneider 2009 Intermodal Top 30 Drivers Rodeo Competition for all US SNI drivers. Completed and finished 5TH Place.
Timeline
CDL Instructor Road Operator
Schneider Intermodal National
03.2023 - Current
Training Engineer
Schneider Intermodal National
03.2007 - 03.2022
Store Manager
Hobby Town USA
09.2003 - 09.2005
Sales Associate, Store Inventory Management
The Home Depot Inc
09.1989 - 09.1993
US Army Soldier
US ARMY
09.1980 - 09.1989
Associate of Science - Computational Science
McNeese State University
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