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John Wilkerson

Caldwell,TX

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. Patient Driver Trainer skilled in supporting students in skills development. Instructs drivers in regulations, operations and paperwork requirements. Knowledgeable about manual and assisted route planning, load security and customer relations. Dedicated to delivering skilled and confident drivers. Self-motivated, dependable driver experienced in providing encouragement and direction to trainees related to transportation and safety activities. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with driving team to facilitate efficient driving practices. Handle situations with tact and diplomacy. Well-qualified transportation and training professional adept at leading classes, writing materials and working with drivers on the road to maximize the effectiveness of courses. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with an organized and hardworking nature. Motivated driver Instructor with integrated technology expertise provides classroom atmosphere conducive to continuous learning and student retention. Demonstrated experience and success teaching adult learners. Promotes student success through timely communication, growth-based feedback and strategy implementation that meet student needs. Knowledgeable driver with 23 years of experience teaching college-level courses. Sensitivity to student diversity with strong desire to help adults achieve learning goals. Evidence of distance education and web-teaching modalities. Sensitivity to student diversity with strong desire to help adults achieve learning goals. Evidence of distance education and web-teaching modalities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver Trainer

B&C Services
02.2022 - Current
  • Identified driver training needs to make recommendations to manager.
  • Developed tailored training programs for individual drivers, addressing specific areas of improvement.
  • Evaluated driver performance through ride-alongs, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Facilitated effective communication between drivers, dispatchers, and management, promoting a cohesive team environment.
  • Supported retention efforts by recognizing and rewarding driver achievements, fostering a positive and motivating work atmosphere.

Regional Driver

SNK Group
06.2017 - 02.2022

Flatbed Regional Driver

  • Assisted with loading and unloading shipments, ensuring proper handling of fragile materials and efficient transport of goods.
  • Enhanced regional delivery efficiency by optimizing route planning and scheduling.
  • Conducted regular vehicle maintenance checks, minimizing breakdowns and maximizing vehicle lifespan.
  • Implemented fuel-saving strategies such as efficient route planning and smooth driving techniques, reducing overall operational costs.
  • Completed accurate pre-and post-trip inspections of vehicles daily, identifying potential issues early to prevent costly repairs.
  • Navigated various traffic conditions and weather challenges, consistently delivering goods on time and undamaged.

Vacuum Truck Operator

Profield Services
10.2013 - 05.2017
  • Maintained company equipment inventory, ensuring sufficient supplies were available for each project''s completion without delays.
  • Saved time during projects through effective route planning for optimal travel between job sites.
  • Improved overall project efficiency with ongoing collaboration with dispatchers for accurate scheduling and resource allocation.
  • Assisted in training new hires, sharing expertise to improve overall team performance.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by performing regular maintenance checks on the vacuum truck.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly addressing mechanical issues and scheduling repairs as necessary.
  • Ensured operational readiness of vacuum trucks before deployment, conducting thorough pre-trip inspections.

Education

CDL A -

MTA Truck Driving School
San Antonio, TX
09.2001

Navasota High School
Navasota, TX
05.1998

Skills

  • Maintaining Compliance
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Developing training materials
  • Inspecting trucks
  • Backing procedures
  • Updating logs
  • DOT requirements
  • Maintenance knowledge
  • Traffic Laws Expertise
  • Route Planning
  • Student assessment
  • Fuel Efficiency
  • Accident Prevention
  • Managing customer needs
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Driver Assessment
  • Arial equipment operator
  • Safely loading and unloading equipment
  • Navigational skills
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Defensive Driving

Timeline

Driver Trainer

B&C Services
02.2022 - Current

Regional Driver

SNK Group
06.2017 - 02.2022

Vacuum Truck Operator

Profield Services
10.2013 - 05.2017

CDL A -

MTA Truck Driving School

Navasota High School
John Wilkerson