Jonathan Bahena
Tampa
Summary
Hard-working professional with 10 years of experience and a proven knowledge of cargo handling, inventory control and route management as well as leadership and management roles. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully to complete all roles at any company. A diligent professional with experience in route planning and analysis, shipping and logistics. Frequently praised as efficient by peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL A DRIVER / OTJ INSTRUCTOR
Roadmaster Driver School
01.2025 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles safely and efficiently across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed delivery schedules to optimize route efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, miles driven, and fuel consumption.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented best practices for load securing to enhance cargo safety during transport.
Manager /Class A CDL Driver
160 Driving Academy
10.2023 - 01.2025
- - Managing and maintaining School Yard, Truck and Trailer Units, Work Schedules, Student Schedules, Reporting any discrepancies or issues with new, current or past students.
- - Keeping in contact with company Testing site, Company Examiners, Other Yard Managers across the US, reporting to Regional Managers and above.
- - Instructing any and all students in all areas of CDL Driving and Safety. Teaching ability of Pretrip Inspections, Updated BCS and Maneuvers, as well as Manual and Automatic driving on roadways.
- - Updating yard layouts, Updating PTI booklets, Updating Road drive test parameters to ensure they are up to 2024 Florida CDL Standards.
- - Performing simple repairs on Truck and Trailer units, contacting mechanics if needed and managing finances for quotes made on repairs.
- - Proficient with Phones, Computers, Tablets, Laptops, using all Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Zoom, etc
- - Maintaining constant updates with Regional Managers via company emails and Zoom meetings as needed.
- Manager : James O. Good
- Phone : (863) 669-5199
- Implemented quality assurance protocols to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Analyzed performance metrics, identifying areas for process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
- Led cross-functional teams in project execution, fostering collaboration between departments to achieve organizational goals.
CDL Class A O.T.R. Driver
Veterans Logistics LLC
01.2023 - 10.2023
- - Operating Class A tractor-trailer across the East Coast.
- - Planning routes to arrive on time and accordingly as needed by customers.
- - Obeying all DOT and FMSCA guidelines on the road.
- - Maintaining records and Hours Of Service updated every single day and within guidelines.
- - Performing Pre and Post trips throughly and completely.
- - Ensuring tractor and trailers are in proper working conditions before and after work days begin and end.
- Manager : Jeff Badyna
- Phone : (941) 500 - 3094
CDL Class A O.T.R. Driver
Fontana Paper Mill
01.2019 - 12.2022
- - Operating CLASS A tractor-trailer across the West Coast States.
- - Checked order contents and quantities to prevent delivery mistakes and increase service accuracy.
- - Entered order, product and vehicle information into company databases for tracking.
- - Loaded and unloaded packages onto delivery trucks upon arrival.
- - Logged vehicle mileage and fuel costs and submitted reports to supervisors.
- - Completed deliveries before assigned deadlines to increase customer satisfaction.
- - Communicated with customers regarding delivery schedules and unexpected delays.
- - Collected signatures from customers to confirm order completion and accuracy.
- Manager : Nataly Olaiz
- Phone : (909) 587 - 3252
CDL Class A Driver
America Travels
01.2017 - 12.2019
- - Reported damaged and misplaced items to supervisors and took steps to avoid further complications.
- - Transported materials and equipment to production work stations.
- - Loaded and unloaded packages and merchandise from industrial trucks.
- - Inspected vehicles before trips to locate and eliminate potential mechanical problems.
- - Logged vehicle mileage and fuel costs and submitted reports to supervisors.
- - Followed road safety regulations and traffic laws to prevent accidents and vehicle damage.
- - Maintained vehicle with regular inspections, fluid level checks and minor repairs.
- - Checked all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- - Checked conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
- Manager : Jesus Rivera
- Phone : (909) 329 - 4451
Forklift Operator / Yard Goat Operator
Office Star Products
02.2012 - 12.2016
- - Responsible for staging and allocating of trailers in warehouse docks.
- - Operating CLASS A yard jockey to move material and freight between warehouses.
- - Maintained facility equipment and materials in neat, clean and orderly fashion.
- - Completed physical inventories and cycle counts following correct procedures.
- - Pulled and prepared product for shipment, verifying exact number and type of product before loading/shipping.
- - Checked products for accuracy against paperwork, damage or signs of infestation.
- - Worked with supervisor on warehouse projects and service reviews.
- - Routed products by scanning packages, reading labels and charts, verifying numbers and sorting packages.
- Manager : Carlos Inga
- Phone : (909) 930 - 2000
Education
Associate's Degree -
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA01.2015
High School - undefined
Redlands High School
Redlands, CA01.2011
Skills
- Professional CDL Instructor
- Manager / Supervisor
- Professional CDL Driver
- CDL Class A Driving (Local/OTR) / 10 Years
- CDL Class B Driving (Local/OTR) / 10 Years
- Delivery Instructions Verification / 10 Years
- Cargo Security / 10 Years
- Dangerous Goods / 10 Years
- Transportation / 10 Years
- Safety and Emergency / 10 Years
- Equipment / 10 Years
- Delivery and Shipment Records / 10 Years
- State and Federal Regulations / 10 Years
- Equipment Inspection / 10 Years
- Efficiency and Time Management / 10 Years
- Management / 10 Years
- Payroll Management / 8 Years
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook / 10 Years
- Adobe Programs / 10 Years
- Computer / Laptop / Tablet Skill / 10 Years
- English / Spanish Proficiency / 20 Years
- TWIC Certified / 4 Years
- HAZMAT / Tanker Endorsed / 4 Years
- DOT Physical / 2 Years
- PTI Instructor
- BCS Instructor
- Road Maneuvering Instructor
- Customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations
- Time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner
- Adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise
- Adheres to Company policies and rules
- Strives to achieve all goals
- 10 years of prior experience driving commercial trucks
- Mechanical aptitude to perform minor repairs to containers
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- CDL Class A License B500-420-93-347-0
- Endorsements X/N Tanker / HAZMAT
- TWIC Card Holder Expires 2027-11-08
- No Restrictions
Timeline
CDL A DRIVER / OTJ INSTRUCTOR
Roadmaster Driver School
01.2025 - Current
Manager /Class A CDL Driver
160 Driving Academy
10.2023 - 01.2025
CDL Class A O.T.R. Driver
Veterans Logistics LLC
01.2023 - 10.2023
CDL Class A O.T.R. Driver
Fontana Paper Mill
01.2019 - 12.2022
CDL Class A Driver
America Travels
01.2017 - 12.2019
Forklift Operator / Yard Goat Operator
Office Star Products
02.2012 - 12.2016
High School - undefined
Redlands High School
Associate's Degree -
Crafton Hills College