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Juan Cortes

Slaton,TX

Summary

Graduated High School in 2003, and began working at a Walmart distribution center as an order filler. Became familiar with warehouse operations and equipment. Such as, forklift, electric pallet jacks, etc. Became a correctional officer in 2008, promoted to Transportation officer in 2009, obtained a Commercial Drivers License, and began transporting inmates across different facilities in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. Was also in charge of a crew of eight inmate workers for approximately one year. Performed all the landscaping duties for the correctional compound, and conducted all the supervisor duties such as, work assignments, payroll, safety, etc.. Worked for a waste chemical recycling company in 2016. Drove a tanker truck and collected waste chemicals, such as used engine oil, contaminated fuel, etc.. November 2022 became a CDL instructor at the ATDS Truck driving school in Lubbock Texas. As a CDL instructor the duties are: Teaching the safely operation of various commercial vehicles such as; Tractor/trailer combinations, garbage trucks, dump trucks as well as school busses. As of June 2024 became an over the road commercial driver for WF logistics. The job consists of driving semi tractor truck with a 53' stepdeck trailer, and transporting RV trailers as well as vehicles across all of the U.S. As of August 2025 became a regional driver for Martin Ag, hauling milk. As teenager began working on vehicles. Currently buy, fix and sell vehicles. Can do complete A/C systems, suspensions, electrical, as well as customization(lift, lowering, audio, etc.) Have also performed mechanical work on light duty diesel pick ups, such as powerstroke, cummins, and small engine repair. Have some computer knowledge, such as upgrading graphics, and sound cards. Upgrading and or updating various hardware and software applications.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Truck Driver

Martin Ag
Littlefield, TX
08.2025 - Current
  • Operated regional routes, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to safety regulations.
  • Conducted pre-trip vehicle inspections, identifying maintenance needs to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize route planning and minimize delays.
  • Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle mileage, and delivery records in compliance with regulations.

Over the Road Truck Driver

WF Logistics
El Paso, TX
06.2024 - 08.2025
  • Ensured timely deliveries by maintaining consistent communication with dispatchers and customers.
  • Maintained clean driving records by consistently obeying traffic laws, staying alert at all times, and prioritizing safe driving practices throughout every trip.
  • Facilitated successful deliveries under challenging weather conditions using defensive driving skills honed over years of experience navigating diverse terrains nationwide.
  • Demonstrated professionalism with accurate logbook entries, meeting all reporting requirements for hours of service and equipment conditions.
  • Managed paperwork accurately and efficiently, including bills of lading, driver manifests, and expense reports.
  • Reduced cargo damage incidents through secure load placement and proper tie-down techniques.
  • Maximized vehicle performance with regular maintenance checks, identifying and resolving potential issues before they escalated.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.

Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.

CDL Instructor

ATDS Truck Driving School
Lubbock, TX
11.2022 - 06.2024
  • Designed routes and set practice skills to challenge student drivers and build behind-the-wheel confidence.
  • Supported student drivers in hands-on road training.
  • Scheduled appointments with students for driving lessons.
  • Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
  • Retained current and thorough knowledge of state driving laws and regulations.
  • Maintained accurate student records to meet DOT requirements.
  • Developed curriculum to encourage student progress and advance performance level.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and improved teaching practices through professional learning communities and student retention meetings.
  • Moved vehicle to assigned location and checked and inspected vehicle components to maximize safety.

Senior Correctional Officer

Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility
Post, TX
02.2017 - 06.2022
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
  • Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.

Route Driver

Clean Harbors
09.2016 - 01.2017
  • Maintained trucks while in use and inspected vehicles and mechanical tools before and after long haul drives.
  • Planned daily rounds to determine most efficient way to distribute newspapers.
  • Logged mileage, stops, orders and carton counts for each route.
  • Inspected and loaded delivery trucks and picked up customer returns.
  • Maintained records of mileage, oil, gas and expenses for reimbursements.

Senior Correctional Officer

Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility
03.2008 - 09.2016
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
  • Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.

Order Filler

Wal Mart Distribution Center 6012
07.2003 - 01.2008
  • Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
  • Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
  • Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
  • Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.

Education

High School Diploma -

Floydada High School
Floydada, TX
03.2003

Skills

  • Very mechanically inclined
  • Commercial driver
  • Proficient with various types of weapons
  • Great People skills
  • Bilingual(English/Spanish)
  • Computer Skills

Certification

  • Class A commercial drivers license(Hazmat, tanker, air brakes, passengers, School bus, double and triple combinations)
  • CPR certified
  • Interpersonal communication training
  • Emergency response training

Timeline

Regional Truck Driver

Martin Ag
08.2025 - Current

Over the Road Truck Driver

WF Logistics
06.2024 - 08.2025

CDL Instructor

ATDS Truck Driving School
11.2022 - 06.2024

Senior Correctional Officer

Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility
02.2017 - 06.2022

Route Driver

Clean Harbors
09.2016 - 01.2017

Senior Correctional Officer

Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility
03.2008 - 09.2016

Order Filler

Wal Mart Distribution Center 6012
07.2003 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

Floydada High School
Juan Cortes