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John Jessop

Ogden,UT

Summary

Knowledgeable Steam Locomotive Engineer and Class A truck driver with over 30 years of experience in truck freight transportation following detailed routes and schedules with knowledge of heavy equipment operation as well as providing great customer service. Dedicated to thorough maintenance, inspections, and safety procedures.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1993
1993
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Steam locomotive engineer/Amusement Ride Operator

Lagoon Amusement Park
Farmington, UT
03.2024 - Current
  • Operated steam locomotives for guest transportation through the Lagoon amusement park railroad.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed during all train operations, and have transported tens of thousands of happy guests safely.
  • Conducted routine inspections and testing of equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Responsible for firing up the locomotive and performing required scheduled maintenance throughout the day, as well as shutdown procedures at the end of the day.

CDL Transportation Driver

Associated Food Stores
Salt Lake City, Utah
08.2005 - Current
  • Operated commercial vehicles to transport products safely and efficiently for over 30 years in all traffic and weather conditions.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods while following proper handling procedures.
  • Maintained strict delivery schedule with excellent customer service skills.
  • Compliant with all security requirements for military bases access.

Route Sales Representative/Driver

Interstate Brands Corporation/Wonder Bread
Ogden, Utah
03.1997 - 12.2004
  • Delivered products to retail locations efficiently and on schedule.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure stock availability for customers.
  • Built merchandising displays at customer locations when authorized.
  • Maintained sales and return product budgets efficiently.
  • Recognized for outstanding sales growth in certain food stores.

CDL Transportation Driver

D&M Distributing
Ogden, Utah
04.1992 - 03.1997
  • Operated commercial vehicles to transport products safely and efficiently.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods while following proper handling procedures.

Education

Electronics And Computer Programing

Certified Careers Institute.
OGDEN, UT
09.1996 - 03.1997

Cibola High School
Albuquerque, NM

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance and operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Train operations
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Excellent with guests/friendly customer service skills
  • Excellent driver skills and driving record

Certification

  • Class A CDL with multiple endorsements
  • Have operated and worked on a wide verity of heavy equipment and commercial vehicles
  • Maintain compliance with strict background clearance requirements for military bases access
  • DBIDS card holder for 4 military bases in Colorado
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in steam locomotive operation and maintenance

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for 20 years and over 2 million miles of safe driving

Timeline

Steam locomotive engineer/Amusement Ride Operator

Lagoon Amusement Park
03.2024 - Current

CDL Transportation Driver

Associated Food Stores
08.2005 - Current

Route Sales Representative/Driver

Interstate Brands Corporation/Wonder Bread
03.1997 - 12.2004

Electronics And Computer Programing

Certified Careers Institute.
09.1996 - 03.1997

CDL Transportation Driver

D&M Distributing
04.1992 - 03.1997

Cibola High School

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