Joel Gillotti
Pahrump
Summary
Highly skilled Commercial Driver Trainer with significant experience in training commercial drivers. Strong ability to utilize advanced techniques for enhancing driver safety, productivity, and compliance with traffic rules. Demonstrated impact through successful driver skills improvement, leading to increased efficiency and accident reduction. Possess excellent communication skills, leadership qualities, and technical knowledge relevant to commercial driving and instruction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Commercial Driver Trainer
Western Express, Inc.
Bloomington
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Developed training techniques utilizing recommended materials for new commercial drivers to drive efficiently and safely.
- Conducted practical driving assessments to evaluate trainee skills and knowledge.
- Facilitate the education of DOT regulations, company policies, and use of electronic logs to ensure compliance.
- Monitored driver performance during training to identify areas for improvement.
- Provided feedback to trainees, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with management to schedule training sessions and track progress.
- Provided guidance to new drivers regarding safe driving techniques, vehicle operation, and emergency procedures.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into instruction sessions to maximize learning outcomes.
- Demonstrated defensive driving techniques in a variety of scenarios.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on vehicles and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Observed students during drives to ensure adherence to traffic rules and proper use of equipment.
- Instructed drivers on proper procedures for operating trucks, including shifting gears and backing up trailers.
- Oversaw many training miles alongside new drivers.
Class A Commercial Driver
Western Express, Inc.
Bloomington
03.2024 - 10.2025
- Operated Class A commercial vehicles across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
- Adhered to state and federal transportation regulations consistently.
- Delivered exceptional customer service during freight drop-offs and pickups.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Reviewed paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checked orders for correct number of boxes and corrected addresses and support documentation.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
Personal Caregiver/Landscape Groundskeeper
Rhodes/Michaels Family
Turlock
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Provided companionship and emotional support during social interactions.
- Maintained a clean and safe living space through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Prepared nutritious meals based on dietary needs and preferences.
- Assisted with daily living activities for family members in home environment.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and social events.
- Communicated effectively with family members about care updates and needs.
- Adapted caregiving techniques to meet individual client requirements and preferences.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
- Maintained landscape aesthetics through regular lawn care and plant maintenance.
- Operated landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
- Assisted in planting flowers, shrubs, and trees to enhance outdoor spaces.
- Cleared debris and maintained cleanliness of grounds and pathways regularly.
- Adhered to safety protocols while performing landscaping tasks in various environments.
- Pruned trees and trimmed bushes and hedges to keep grounds neat and inviting.
- Planted seeds, bulbs and shrubs and applied mulch to protect against weeds.
- Applied weed and pest control chemicals to protect customer lawns.
Budtender
Powellhurst Alternative Medical Center - The Flowe
Portland
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate medical and recreational cannabis products.
- Processed customer transactions using point-of-sale systems efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.
- Managed inventory levels, restocking products as needed for availability.
- Discussed strains, qualities and effects of marijuana for medicinal and recreational needs.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions regarding product usage and benefits.
- Performed daily opening and closing duties including cleaning tasks as assigned.
- Weighed and prepared products in order to accurately package and label items for sale.
- Created positive and healthy customer interactions to align with company core values.
- Complied with state, and local laws regarding the sale of marijuana products.
- Researched new products, strains and trends as well as important law changes regarding dispensaries.
- Verified customer identification to ensure they met age requirements for purchasing marijuana products.
- Educated patients on safe and effective product usage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dispensary environment.
Education
Class A CDL - CDL Driver Training
Western Pacific Truck School
Stockton, CA 10.2023 - 12.2023
Clover Park High School
Lakewood, WASome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Clatsop Community College
Astoria, ORSkills
- Driver Training
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety regulation adherence
- Effective communication
- Load securement procedures
- Time management mastery
- Backing procedures
- Safe driving techniques
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Commercial Driver Trainer
Western Express, Inc.
10.2025 - 03.2026
Class A Commercial Driver
Western Express, Inc.
03.2024 - 10.2025
Class A CDL - CDL Driver Training
Western Pacific Truck School
10.2023 - 12.2023
Personal Caregiver/Landscape Groundskeeper
Rhodes/Michaels Family
02.2021 - 02.2024
Budtender
Powellhurst Alternative Medical Center - The Flowe
05.2020 - 02.2021
Clover Park High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Clatsop Community College