Ruben Rodriguez
Woodville,OH
Summary
Experienced Class A CDL Instructor skilled in employee training and performance evaluation. Demonstrated ability to mentor new instructors, fostering a safe and effective learning environment. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dump Truck Driver
Green Earth Materials
Holland, Ohio
06.2025 - Current
- Operated dump truck to transport materials across construction sites.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections for safety and operational efficiency.
- Followed designated routes to ensure timely deliveries of materials.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently in order to minimize damage or loss due to improper handling or maintenance.
Class A CDL Instructor
Trainco Truck Driving School
Perrysburg, OH
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided instruction to CDL students in a classroom setting.
- Prepared and graded written assignments for CDL students.
- Explained federal motor carrier safety regulations related to commercial transportation operations.
- Ensured all training activities were conducted within established guidelines, policies, and standards.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback on their progress.
- Provided guidance to new instructors about teaching methods used in the program.
- Managed classroom behavior and attendance in mutually respectful environment, making sure each student experienced full and unhindered learning opportunities.
- Planned in-class activities, discussions and lectures to increase student comprehension and participation.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Evaluated student performance through practical driving assessments.
- Mentored new instructors in effective teaching methods and curriculum delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Demonstrated proper shifting techniques and explained the importance of vehicle maintenance.
- Evaluated student proficiency in basic truck operations such as coupling and uncoupling trailers.
Education
GED
Fremont , OhSkills
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Federal regulations
- Employee training
- Performance evaluation
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Paperwork processing
- Commercial driving regulations
- Vehicle inspection
- Safe driving practices
- Organizational skills
- Dependable and cooperative
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal communication
- Record keeping
- Reliability
- Documentation skills
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- Ohio State Certified CDL Instructor
- Currently Valid Instructor License
- License # 11821
Timeline
Dump Truck Driver
Green Earth Materials
06.2025 - Current
Class A CDL Instructor
Trainco Truck Driving School
03.2024 - 06.2025
GED