CDL Driving Instructor and Leadership

TIMOTHY STEPHENS

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Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my interest in the position within your organization. With a strong background as an instructor, I have developed key leadership abilities that foster motivation and effective delegation among my peers and students alike. My practical, hands-on working style allows me to thrive in dynamic environments where collaboration and action are essential.

Throughout my career, I have focused on creating an engaging atmosphere that inspires, both learning and personal growth. My approach emphasizes not only the importance of knowledge transfer but also the need for students and colleagues to take ownership of their development. By promoting accountability, I empower those around me to strive for excellence.

In my previous role, I successfully led initiatives that enhanced our instructional methods, demonstrating my ability to delegate tasks strategically. By trusting my colleagues with responsibilities that match their strengths, we collectively achieved greater outcomes and fostered a sense of team unity. My commitment to fostering an environment of support and encouragement has proven essential in driving motivation among team members.

II am enthusiastic about the opportunity to bring my leadership skills and proactive mindset to your organization. I am confident that my dedication to empowerment and collaboration will make a valuable contribution to your team. Thank you for considering my application.

Sincerely,

Timothy Stephens

823 CLOVER HILL LANE CEDAR HILL TX 75104 UNITED STATES 214-***-**** Timothy Stephens

823 Clover Hill Lane Cedar Hill TX 75104 United States 214-***-**** *********@*****.***

PROFILE

Seeking a career transition where I can develop new skills while applying my existing skills, work ethic and experience in a new role. EXPERIENCE

160 Driving Academy; Dallas,Texas

Lead CDL Driving Instructor

Instructing students on: Driving, Backing, Pre-Trip & Post-Trip inspections, Mechanical Parts and Trailer Manuevers, Parking & Safety Expectations in a 18 wheeler Semi Truck. I also conduct Classroom Instructions on the State of Texas Rules and Regulations per FMSCA Federal guidelines regarding Drug & Alcohol Testing, ELD Logs, Driving Hours and Medical Cards.

City of Dallas; Dallas, Texas

Maintenance Worker II, DWU Distribution N/W Division 10/2024 - 06/10/2025

Mixing/pouring concrete, spreading/laying asphalt, maintenance of sidewalks, curbs and streets, break out old concrete using an air/jack hammer, lay various pipes to ensure proper flow is maintained for drains, ensure that necessary tools are available for repairs on trucks, flag/ barricade traffic to ensure safety of crew and the public, dig ditches/ trenches and assist in cleaning them to specific evaluations, drive various trucks to and from work sites, performs preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure they are all operating in accordance with safety guidelines, provide landscaping for upkeep of facilities, street medians, and vacant lots and perform Facility Safety Inspections and MED Inspections and checking fire extinguishers.

Team Stephens Transportation; Cedar Hill,Tx

Owner/Independent Operator

12/2014 - 10/2024

Managed and operated trucks, ensuring on time delivery of goods and materials. Leveraged knowledge of logistics and transportation to optimize routes and reduce costs. Coordinated with customers, vendors, and suppliers to ensure efficient communication and delivery operations. Monitored and maintained fuel economy and

safety standards for truck. Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and federal/state laws.

UT SouthWestern Medical Center, Dallas,Texas

Supervising Medical Billing Coordinator

9/2008-12/2014

Delegating assignments to subordinates, creating work schedules for employees, assessing employees work performance and and adhering to company rules, regulations, HIPPA laws and bylaws of the medical institution. Assigning codes to medical procedures and diagnoses. Making sure that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations. EDUCATION

MedVance Institute, Grand Prairie, Tx — CPC Certification-2008 CR England Premiere Truck Driving School, Cedar Hill, Tx-CDL-2014 City of Dallas, Core Education Program

ACHIEVEMENTS

CPC Coding Credentials-2008

Driving Instructors Certificate-2025

Defensive Driving Course-11/2024

20HR Basic Water Class-11/2024

2HR Resiliency Training for TCEQ-11/2024

Traffic Control & Flagger Course-1/2025

SKILLS

Proficient in delegating assignments to subordinates, tracking progress of employees, identifying best course of action for positive forward progress.

Great problem solving skills, knowledgeable of general repair and the use of tools and machinery, great with time management and great with communication and maintaining relationships with others for the good of the company. Heavy equipment trained with backhoe and various construction tools.

Solid leadership skills with strong belief of being a positive team player. License Held

Class (A) CDL holder with: Triple/Doubles & Tankers Endorsements.

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