John Pough
Titusville,FL
Summary
Encouraging and safety-focused Driving Instructor with a passion for helping students to become safe, confident and knowledgeable drivers.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Instructor
106 Driving Academy of Orlando
03.2022 - Current
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues in cross-functional teams, sharing best practices for successful CDL training programs.
- Assisted in the development of new instructional materials tailored to meet evolving industry standards and requirements.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lessons.
- Established clear expectations for student conduct during training sessions, promoting responsible behavior among future professional drivers.
Concrete Driver
CEMEX
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Supported team members during large-scale projects, working collaboratively on tasks such as chute setup for efficient concrete pouring processes.
- Mitigated risks associated with hazardous materials handling through vigilant adherence to safety protocols during loading and unloading operations.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, receiving and confirming orders while promptly reporting any discrepancies or changes in plans.
- Streamlined operations for increased productivity, consistently meeting daily targets for delivered loads of concrete.
Driver
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
CDL Driver
US Express
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Ensured safe transportation of goods by meticulously adhering to company safety procedures and federal regulations.
- Navigated various weather conditions safely while maintaining schedule adherence for time-sensitive deliveries.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Box Truck Driver
North Brevard Charities Sharing Center
08.2010 - 09.2015
- Assisted in warehouse operations when needed, contributing to overall team success and productivity.
- Collaborated closely with dispatchers to ensure timely deliveries and address any issues that arose during transport.
- Operated box truck equipment safely, such as lift gates or pallet jacks, reducing the risk of accidents or injury on the job site.
- Safely transported goods to customers, adhering to strict deadlines and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education
GED -
South Florida Community College
Avon Park, FL05.2009
Skills
- Logbook management
- Defensive driving techniques
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Accident prevention strategies
- Route planning expertise
- Mountain driving experience
- Extreme weather driving preparation
Timeline
CDL Instructor
106 Driving Academy of Orlando
03.2022 - Current
Concrete Driver
CEMEX
01.2020 - 02.2022
Driver
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
06.2017 - 01.2020
CDL Driver
US Express
09.2015 - 05.2017
Box Truck Driver
North Brevard Charities Sharing Center
08.2010 - 09.2015
GED -
South Florida Community College