Katherine Waugh
Nashville,TN
Summary
Encouraging and safety-focused Driving Instructor with a passion for helping students to become safe, confident and knowledgeable drivers. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RTD
Federal Express
02.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Defensive Driving Instructor/DOT Courier
Federal Express
07.2022 - Current
- Designed routes and set practice skills to challenge student drivers and build behind-the-wheel confidence.
- Scheduled appointments with students for driving lessons.
- Retained current and thorough knowledge of state driving laws and regulations.
- Offered timely commands to assist student driver in steering or braking to avoid accidents.
- Verified proper use of safety restraints by vehicle occupants to comply with state law.
- Moved vehicle to assigned location then checked and inspected vehicle components to maximize safety.
- Maintained accurate student records to meet DOT requirements.
- Participated in trainings, meetings and seminars to expand knowledge and optimize instruction.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
DOT Courier/Swing Driver
Federal Express
05.2004 - 02.2025
- Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
- Greeted recipients, delivered packages and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management, and peers.
- Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
- Verified package information to check for accuracy and completeness.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Utilized communication devices to stay in contact with dispatch and provide real-time status updates.
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
- Followed safety procedures and regulations to protect packages and vehicles.
- Managed delivery route for optimal use of time and fuel.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Larkin High School
Elgin, IL07.1987
Skills
- Schedule Adherence
- Message Delivery
- Attention to Detail
- Attention to Confidentiality
Personal Information
Title: Sr Training Instructor/DOT
Timeline
RTD
Federal Express
02.2025 - Current
Defensive Driving Instructor/DOT Courier
Federal Express
07.2022 - Current
DOT Courier/Swing Driver
Federal Express
05.2004 - 02.2025
High School Diploma - General Studies
Larkin High School