JOHN RHEA
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced and dependable Owner/Operator, Class A CDL Driver, and Fiber Optic Installation Technician with a background in freight transportation, military relocations, and telecommunications infrastructure. Skilled in fiber optic installation, cable routing, termination, testing, equipment configuration, signal troubleshooting, and network repair. Experienced in safe cargo handling, route planning, DOT compliance, load securement, and time-sensitive logistics. Recognized for reliability, attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to complete high-quality work independently with minimal supervision.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiber Optic Technician
Frontier Communications
06.2025 - Current
- Completed Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) installations, including running fiber drops from terminals to customer locations.
- Used an Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) to locate fiber breaks, excessive signal loss, damaged connections, and other network faults.
- Used a visual fault locator (VFL) to identify breaks, bends, damaged fibers, and connection issues.
- Read work orders, network maps, prints, and installation diagrams to locate fiber routes and complete assignments.
- Troubleshot service outages and connectivity problems from the outside network to the customer’s equipment.
Owner/Operator
Best Priced Moving LLC
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Successfully operated independent moving services, completing residential and military moves
- Expertly loaded and unloaded household goods with a focus on safety, efficiency, and care, including high-security military moves requiring attention to protocol.
- Protected furniture and fragile items using industry-standard padding, shrink wrap, and tie-down techniques to ensure safe transport and delivery.
- Maintained full compliance with DOT regulations, including hours of service, inspections, and required documentation.
- Performed routine truck maintenance and minor mechanical repairs, ensuring vehicles remained roadworthy and DOT-compliant at all times.
- Operated as an independent contractor for major moving companies including Coleman Worldwide Moving, United Van Lines, Mayflower Transit, and others.
Class A CDL Driver
Palm Valley Trucking
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- OTR driver from Texas to California
- Relief driver
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
Uber Driver
Uber
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Cleaned and sanitized rideshare vehicle to avoid germ and infection spread.
- Used GPS to determine fastest route to destinations in order to save riders money and maximize availability.
- Picked up riders at designated locations and greeted upon vehicle entry.
- Achieved high customer ratings on post-trip surveys for timeliness, vehicle cleanliness, and customer service.
- Maintained excellent condition of vehicles through re-fueling, cleaning and repairing.
- Observed city, street and highway driving regulations and took necessary driving precautions when transporting customers.
Class A CDL Driver
Top Transport
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Safely operate a variety of Class A commercial vehicles, including dry vans and refrigerated trailers.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Carefully monitor and maintain specific temperature levels throughout the delivery process, ensuring cargo remains fresh during transport.
- Follow strict delivery schedules and adhering to all safety and DOT regulations.
Class A CDL Driver
Route 281
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Reefer & Dry Van dedicated driver
- Transport US mail and perishable cargo
- Monitor freight throughout trip
- Meet DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents
- Complying with weight restrictions while traveling with logbook mapping of mileage, gas and trailer temperatures
- Perform Pre and Post-trip inspections
Class A CDL Driver
Eagle Transport
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Reefer dedicated driver
- Safely transport perishable cargo
- Monitor freight throughout trip
- Meet DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents
- Complying with weight restrictions while traveling with logbook mapping of mileage, gas and trailer temperatures
- Perform Pre and Post-trip inspections
Class A CDL Driver
American Vanlines
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Household goods OTR driver
- Protected orders by properly balancing and bracing loads to prevent shifting and damage
- Drove to weigh stations before and after loading to ensure compliance was within state regulations
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents
- Performed Pre and Post-trip inspections
Contractor
Best Price Movers
02.2016 - 12.2020
- Sub-Contractor for company over-flow
- Hired and managed my own crew
- Driver, loader, and mover
- Provided excellent customer service
- Filled out a bill of lading for payment
- Followed all company guidelines safely and efficiently
Owner Operator
J&R Moving
02.2016 - 12.2020
- Founded and managed a household moving business, growing revenue to $120,000 in the first year
- Managed day-to-day business operations
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in a significant increase in revenues
- Local and long-distance driver
Class A Driver
3 Guys Moving
- Maneuvered vehicles with a high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents
- Handled load documentation, obtained signed signatures, and provided copies to destination staff
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and the latest road conditions
- Master loader, packer, and mover
Mover/Driver
Ideal Move/Allied
05.2008 - 12.2012
- Moved furniture and boxes using a utility dolly and truck ramp
- Arranged items at the destination according to customer requests and instructions
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure them throughout transportation
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques
- Operated a 26' box truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches
Education
High school diploma or GED -
Skills
- Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) installation
- Visual Fault Locator (VFL) operation
- Locating fiber breaks, bends, and damaged connections
- Fiber-optic troubleshooting and repair
- Reading work orders, maps, prints, and network diagrams
- Service activation and connectivity testing
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License
- Long-distance and local driving
- Furniture padding, wrapping, and protection
- Inventory tracking and shipment documentation
- Damage prevention and careful handling
- Electronic Logging Device (ELD) operation
Certification
- CDL A
- CDL
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual
Timeline
Fiber Optic Technician
Frontier Communications
06.2025 - Current
Owner/Operator
Best Priced Moving LLC
04.2025 - 06.2025
Class A CDL Driver
Palm Valley Trucking
11.2024 - 03.2025
Uber Driver
Uber
09.2024 - 03.2025
Class A CDL Driver
Top Transport
02.2024 - 09.2024
Class A CDL Driver
Route 281
05.2023 - 01.2024
Class A CDL Driver
Eagle Transport
12.2022 - 05.2023
Class A CDL Driver
American Vanlines
05.2021 - 12.2022
Contractor
Best Price Movers
02.2016 - 12.2020
Owner Operator
J&R Moving
02.2016 - 12.2020
Mover/Driver
Ideal Move/Allied
05.2008 - 12.2012
Class A Driver
3 Guys Moving