Joseph Berger
Henderson,Nevada
Summary
Driver Trainer experienced supporting daily operation of transportation department. Dedicated to promoting excellent driver performance to achieve safety goals. Maintained current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and routine records. Well-qualified transportation and training professional adept at leading classes, writing materials and working with drivers on the road to maximize the effectiveness of routes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with an organized and hardworking nature.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Driver Trainer
Oak Harbor Freight Lines Inc.
09.2014 - Current
- Conducted new hire training on multiple routes with preferred work methods and safety.
- Identified driver training needs to make recommendations to manager.
- Tracked daily driver logs to comply with regulatory standards.
- Maintained regulatory compliance documentation to promote safety and compliance culture.
- Taught drivers how to drive, shift and back up trucks.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Scheduled and conducted safety meetings and briefings with drivers.
- Coordinated company and regulatory paperwork.
P&D Driver Trainer
OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINES
05.2012 - 03.2014
- Complete P & D stops daily, on time and with zero accidents, tickets, or incidents to residential through military base accounts
- Ensured compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Hazmat regulations
- Maintain 100% accurate Vehicle Inspection Reports and Bills of Lading.
- Updated logs and filled out maintenance reports with high accuracy and efficiency.
Instructor
Southwest Truck Driver Training
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Taught over 350 individuals to drive tractor-trailers in classroom and on the road
- Certified to teach veterans according to federal program guidelines.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics
Skills
- Safe Vehicle Operations
- DOT Requirements
- Regulatory Documentation
- Observing Performance
- Drivers Daily Log (DLL)
- Managing Safety
- Safety Standards
- Warehouse Operations
- Defensive Driving
- Inspecting trucks
- Developing training materials
- Project implementation
- Training and Development
Timeline
Commercial Driver Trainer
Oak Harbor Freight Lines Inc.
09.2014 - Current
P&D Driver Trainer
OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINES
05.2012 - 03.2014
Instructor
Southwest Truck Driver Training
03.2011 - 05.2012
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