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Kiarra Wiggins

Houston,TX

Summary

Certified CDL driver with experience in Houston Metropolitan transit system and Nuclear Plant Operations. Skilled in welding, critical thinking, problem-solving, and adapting to procedures.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bus Operator

Metro
Houston, USA
02.2023 - Current
  • Communicated route information to passengers during trips as needed.
  • Primarily responsible for overseeing safe, efficient, and reliable bus operations by monitoring Bus Operations.
  • Operates METRO buses to transport passengers over specified routes to local or distant points, according to time schedules, charters, and special services.
  • Report any incidents involving disruptive passengers or mechanical issues.
  • Obtained a B-class CDL license with P endorsement.
  • Assist passengers with boarding, fare collection, and provide information about routes and schedules as needed.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles, ensuring that all safety equipment was in proper working order.
  • Documented incidents occurring during shifts including but not limited to accidents, delays, passenger complaints.

Contracted Delivery Driver

Amazon
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Drive safely in all types of weather and follow traffic rules to protect company property and the public.
  • Performed preventative vehicle maintenance checks prior to departure to identify concerns or potential issues.
  • Manage time effectively to make deliveries on time, maintaining high customer satisfaction and building brand reputation.
  • Properly load, organize, and secure equipment and orders, ensuring all items are delivered intact.
  • Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
  • Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.

Welder Helper/ Welder

Richmond County Construction
03.2019 - 07.2020
  • Assist in laying out, cutting, fabricating and fitting of metal components prior to welding.
  • Grind, file, buff and smooth welds using grinders, drills, wire brushes and other tools.
  • Fire watched for welder safety, performed Stick and MIG welding.
  • Prepare work areas for welders in compliance with OSHA and nuclear regulations.
  • Adjust welding machine setup to vary size, location, and penetration of bread.
  • Adjusted shielding gas mixture flow rate.
  • Interpreted blueprints and collaborated with engineers and architects on questions, as needed.
  • Assisted electricians with wiring for a commercial construction project, following best practices.
  • Set up welding machines according to specifications by adjusting current and voltage; selecting correct filler rods and fluxes; and setting gas flow rate.

Laborer

Laborers Local 1652
08.2017 - 03.2019
  • Identity, pack, and transport hazardous and radioactive materials.
  • Performed demolition in highly radioactive areas.
  • Studied blueprints, diagrams, and technical manuals for proper installation of components.
  • Obtained fire watch permits, maintained proper paperwork for confined spaces.
  • Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials in the laboratory setting.
  • Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.

Education

BS - Applied Engineering

Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Homestead High School
05-2008

Skills

  • Safe driving skills
  • Traffic law adherence
  • Precise Documentation
  • Road Safety Awareness
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • OSHA 30

Certification

  • Class B DCL with P Endorsement
  • AWS MIG Welding
  • OSHA
  • CPR certified

Summary Of Experience

Multifaceted professional adept in functioning as a certified CDL driver for the Houston Metropolitan transit system, with previous experience in the Nuclear Plant Operations environment possessing the ability to weld, think critically, solve problems, and easily adapt to procedures along with results.

Timeline

Bus Operator

Metro
02.2023 - Current

Contracted Delivery Driver

Amazon
10.2021 - 01.2022

Welder Helper/ Welder

Richmond County Construction
03.2019 - 07.2020

Laborer

Laborers Local 1652
08.2017 - 03.2019

BS - Applied Engineering

Keiser University

High School Diploma -

Homestead High School

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