Shapiria Crawford
Greensboro
Summary
Highly skilled Commercial Driver Trainer with significant experience in training and managing commercial drivers. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Commercial Driver Trainer
Red Classic Transit
Greensboro
03.2025 - Current
- Developed training materials for commercial driving safety and compliance.
- Conducted hands-on training sessions for new drivers to enhance skills.
- Evaluated driver performance through road tests and feedback sessions.
- Assisted in maintaining training records and compliance documentation.
- Provided ongoing support to drivers during initial transition periods.
- Ensured all training equipment and vehicles met safety standards.
- Evaluated student performance using criteria established by the company or regulatory bodies.
- Identified areas of improvement in driver performance and provided feedback to management.
- Observed students during drives to ensure adherence to traffic rules and proper use of equipment.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on vehicles and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Provided guidance to new drivers regarding safe driving techniques, vehicle operation, and emergency procedures.
- Offered informal tips and encouragement to new, nervous driver trainees to support driving confidence and success.
- Conveyed importance of company standards and regulations.
- Offered flexible work schedule to meet needs of students.
Commercial Truck Driver
Schneider National Inc.
Green Bay
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods efficiently across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Managed delivery schedules to meet customer requirements and optimize routing.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo for regulatory compliance.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery status and concerns.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and company policies during operations on the road.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Loaded, balanced, and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, such as hours of service, weight limits.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer before each trip.
- Inspected vehicles regularly to identify issues quickly, reporting problems to company mechanics.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to locate destinations quickly and efficiently.
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner.
- Kept vehicle clean and presentable to maintain solid company reputation.
- Recorded all deliveries accurately on paperwork provided by customer.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Verified accuracy of shipping documents including manifests, bills of lading.
- Managed time efficiently by planning routes ahead of time based on delivery orders.
- Provided excellent customer service when delivering products or services.
- Offered exemplary service to customers, responded to inquiries, and escalated issues to professionals.
- Monitored road conditions and reported hazardous situations to supervisors immediately.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
Education
CMV License, DOT Certification - Transportation
Trans Tech
Winston-Salem, NC 06.2022 - 07.2022
I-CAR - Collision Repair
Lincoln College of Technology
Nashville, TN 08.2017 - 09.2018
T. Wingate Andrews High School
High Point, NCSkills
- Developing training materials
- Driver performance evaluation
- Pre-trip vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance documentation
- Customer relationship management
- Transportation logistics management
- Emergency response planning
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Instructional support
- Commercial vehicle operation
- Time management mastery
- Decision-making
- Adaptive teaching methods
- Emergency procedures
- DOT requirements
- Inspecting trucks
- Maintaining compliance
- Managing safety
- Career Pathway Understanding
- Goal setting
- Multitasking capacity
- Professional development
- Public speaking
- Career Readiness Training
- Leadership development
Affiliations
- Volunteer work at nursing homes and homeless shelters in the High Point, NC area
- 2014 NCHSAA 2A women’s basketball champion
- Registered residents of High Point, NC for voting
- Participated in Church and School fundraisers
- Mentor in the BSLS program for the boys and girls club in High Point, NC
Timeline
Commercial Driver Trainer
Red Classic Transit
03.2025 - Current
Commercial Truck Driver
Schneider National Inc.
08.2022 - 03.2025
CMV License, DOT Certification - Transportation
Trans Tech
06.2022 - 07.2022
I-CAR - Collision Repair
Lincoln College of Technology
08.2017 - 09.2018
T. Wingate Andrews High School