Dependable school bus and CDL truck driver with a strong safety focus and expertise in vehicle inspections. Proven track record of clear communication and effective route planning.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
C. Blackburn Inc
Elizaville, NY
01.2018 - Current
Operated commercial vehicles in compliance with federal and state regulations.
Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrival at destinations.
Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo details to comply with DOT regulations.
Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
School Bus Driver
Chestnut Ridge Transportation
Chestnut Ridge, NY
09.2010 - Current
Operated buses safely and efficiently in adherence to traffic regulations and company policies.
Maintained New York's driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
Increased awareness of safety protocols among students with engaging and informative presentations at beginning of school year.
Collaborated with dispatchers to communicate delays or emergencies, ensuring timely updates for passengers.
Assisted passengers with special needs, ensuring accessibility and convenience during their transit.
Adhered to traffic laws while navigating various road conditions, contributing to an excellent safety record for the company.
Fueled and performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to support safe operating condition of vehicle.
Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.