Jonathan Cotton
Palmdale
Summary
Driven professional with experience in various fields of work. An asset to any company that is committed to high-quality production and customer service. Pays attention to detail, and is likely to thrive in any work environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
CDL Instructor
10-4 TRUCKING ACADEMY
Lancaster
07.2023 - Current
- Responsible for teaching students how to operate a commercial vehicle for the first time on city streets. Training on how to safely operate a manual transmission to successfully pass the DMV exam.
- Trained approximately 400+ students on road driving who have obtained their CDL.
- Trained students on the operation and maintenance of different truck models and equipment. Evaluated students on air brakes and pre-trip inspections based on DMV requirements.
CDL Class A Driver
GOULBOURNE FAMILY TRUCKING LLC
Riverside
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Intermodal Rail Yard specialist. Familiar with maneuvering all rail yards in Southern California (BNSF/ Union Pacific)
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Experience with Drop and Hook, Live Load/Unload, OTR, Dry Van, Reefer. 53' 48' 40' 28'
- Approximately 50k mileage of commercial road experience
Staff Member
PeopleReady Inc.
Palmdale
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Opened boxes of merchandise and materials and restocked designated areas.
- Organized and cleaned work areas for safety and professional appearance.
- Conferred with other managers, technical personnel and team leaders to coordinate efficient site work and maintain tight schedules.
Security Agent
On Scene Security
San Fernando
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Protected company assets against theft or damage by conducting frequent building and grounds patrols.
Education
High School Diploma -
William J. Knight High School
Palmdale, CA05.2011
Skills
- Driving and transportation
- Time management
- Organization data entry
- Customer service and relations
- Troubleshooting
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
CDL CLASS A - No Restrictions
Timeline
CDL Instructor
10-4 TRUCKING ACADEMY
07.2023 - Current
CDL Class A Driver
GOULBOURNE FAMILY TRUCKING LLC
01.2022 - 07.2023
Staff Member
PeopleReady Inc.
04.2021 - 08.2021
Security Agent
On Scene Security
01.2014 - 07.2015
High School Diploma -
William J. Knight High School