Angela Dukes
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Committed transportation professional adept in providing updated and accurate route information to assist passengers. Strong commitment to safety demonstrated through an exceptional driving record and 4 years of experience in Bus Driver roles. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Operative professional with solid background in customer service and providing safe and comfortable rides to passengers. Solid understanding of city streets and traffic laws. Knowledgeable in bus maintenance and safety protocols to provide safe and timely transportation for passengers. Well-traveled Bus Driver with proven track record of safely and efficiently transporting passengers around city. Extensive knowledge of street layouts and traffic regulations. Stays calm and composed in difficult situations while going extra mile to satisfy customers. Commanding Bus Driver with excellent communication skills, stays focused and attentive while on job. Well-versed in bus maintenance and safety regulations and dedicated to transporting passengers safely and on time. Excellent driving record and committed to helping passengers with special needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
Cobb County School System
05.2013 - 01.2017
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring safe boarding, comfortable travel, and proper disembarking procedures were followed.
Replenishment Associate
JCPenney
04.2009 - 02.2013
- Utilized company software to manage inventory data, monitor sales trends, and generate accurate reports for management review.
- Resolved customer inquiries by locating items, providing product information, and offering additional assistance as needed.
- Used hand scanners and computer tracking systems to update merchandise locations.
- Added inventory to shelves, racks, bins and displays according to restocking procedures.
- Reduced out-of-stock occurrences by closely monitoring inventory levels and promptly reordering products when necessary.
- Participated in inventory audits, identifying discrepancies or errors in stock counts for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Contributed to increased sales by ensuring product availability on shelves and presenting an appealing shopping environment.
- Facilitated smooth workflow during high-traffic periods with timely replenishment of popular products that frequently sold out quickly on the sales floor.
- Optimized space utilization within storage areas by rearranging products according to size and weight requirements while adhering to store layout guidelines.
- Increased inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock counts and updating records in the system.
- Expedited product retrieval process for customers seeking specific items not readily available on the sales floor through diligent backroom organization practices.
- Put away received merchandise in designated location.
- Created seasonal displays to showcase new and promotional merchandise.
- Unpacked trucks, moved merchandise, and stocked shelves to provide appealing sales floor and positive customer experience.
Sewing Machine Operator
Scroll’s Fabric
02.2005 - 06.2010
- Maintained an organized work area, ensuring efficient access to tools, materials, and supplies for optimal productivity.
- Produced high-quality garments through careful monitoring of stitch quality and consistency.
- Supported performance targets by maintaining clean and neat work areas.
- Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
- Conducted routine sewing machine maintenance, lubrication, belt changes and lint removal.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new machinery models as they were introduced into the workshop setting.
- Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
- Observed machine production to check operations and proactively adjust settings to maintain targets.
Inventory Specialist
Grainger Distribution Center
03.1993 - 02.2004
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Participated in annual physical inventories to verify accuracy of records and identify any discrepancies that needed correction.
- Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.
- Managed the return process for damaged or defective goods, ensuring prompt resolution for customers and minimizing financial loss for the company.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Implemented barcode scanning technology within the warehouse, speeding up item retrieval times during order fulfillment processes significantly.
- Ensured compliance with regulations concerning hazardous materials storage, contributing to a safe working environment.
Education
No Degree - Medical Coding And Billing
Sanford Brown
Atlanta, GA06.2008
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School
Atlanta, GA06.1982
Skills
- Clean Driving Record
- Safety-focused
- Weather condition driving
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Transporting Students
- Vehicle inspections
- Emergency Procedures
- Bus Operation
- Vehicle Safety and Maintenance
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Valid Driver's License
- CDL License
- Passenger Service and Safety
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Commercial driving
- Passenger Assistance
- Disability Awareness
Timeline
Bus Driver
Cobb County School System
05.2013 - 01.2017
Replenishment Associate
JCPenney
04.2009 - 02.2013
Sewing Machine Operator
Scroll’s Fabric
02.2005 - 06.2010
Inventory Specialist
Grainger Distribution Center
03.1993 - 02.2004
No Degree - Medical Coding And Billing
Sanford Brown
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School