Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Curtis woods

Denver

Summary

Dynamic Test Car and CDL Truck Driver with Kett Engineering, skilled in vehicle diagnostics and data analysis. Proven track record in performance evaluation and troubleshooting, collaborating with top engineering firms. Exceptional communication and safety compliance ensure optimal testing outcomes across diverse conditions. Adaptable and committed to excellence in every driving challenge.

Overview

22
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Kett Engineering
Denver

Test Car/CDL Truck Driver
09.2017 - Current

Job overview

Test and evaluate prototype cars and Class B trucks on various roads and weather conditions. Carefully observe and record any malfunctions, unusual noises, or other issues that arise during testing.Collaborate with engineers and designers to troubleshoot issues and ensure vehicles meet performance standards. Utilize specialized software for data logging,analysis, and reporting during vehicle testing. Organize and store data collected during testing which can be done using computer based systems. I have been lead driver on the Class B vehicles as well a the regular test car vehicles. Being a test car/truck operator has allowed me to travel and test vehicles in all major cities in the united states and parts of Canada. I test road conditions, everyday traffic, altitude conditions, weather conditions, and off road conditions such as dirt roads .Being a lead driver I've had the opportunity of having to upload the data from the test vehicles and transfer data to the desktop hard drives for the engineers to observe. I've had the opportunity of working with serval engineering companies and the vehicles they needed tested. These companies consist of Bosch Engineering, Roush Performance, Link Engineering, ISUZU Trucking Engineering, and directly with Porsche Engineering in Leipzig, Germany. I've worked serval programs including Mercedes Benz, Nissan, Stellantis, Hino trucks, etc.

Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Denver

Bus Driver
06.2003 - 08.2015

Job overview

  • Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
  • Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
  • Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
  • Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
  • Assisted elderly or disabled individuals by helping on and off bus, seating properly and carrying baggage.
  • Operated bus professionally and interacted with passengers to foster pleasant rides.

Education

Highland High School
Albuquerque, NM

06-1983

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection and diagnostics
  • Data analysis and management
  • Route planning and navigation
  • Safety compliance and regulations
  • Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Defensive driving techniques
  • Emergency response training
  • Weather adaptability
  • Commercial driver's license
  • Adaptable driving techniques
  • Map reading skills
  • Safe driving techniques
  • Performance evaluation and testing
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Communication skills

Certification

I have had and maintained my Class B license since 1995 with a clean driving record. Also have been Lead driver on Test Car and Class B trucks in the Test Vehicle industry.

Affiliations

Enjoy my off time with family, traveling and cooking.

Accomplishments

I won the bus Rodeo contest in Denver,CO in 1997 and placed 6th in the nation for Avis Charter Buses.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Test Car/CDL Truck Driver

Kett Engineering
09.2017 - Current

Bus Driver

Greyhound Lines, Inc.
06.2003 - 08.2015

Highland High School

Curtis woods