Arthur Shelton
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Professional Driver offering over 43 years of experience completing daily delivery tasks on time and safely. Knowledgeable in efficient routes within assigned territory. Skilled at following traffic laws and maintaining top-quality client services.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transit Bus Operator
Minnesota Transit Commission
St. Paul / Minneapolis, MN
08.1981 - 02.2022
- Monitored passengers to ensure they followed safety regulations and paid fares.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding routes, schedules, and transfers.
- Assisted passengers with mobility devices in boarding and disembarking safely.
- Enforced passenger rules and regulations while providing courteous service.
- Reported any mechanical problems or incidents that occurred during transit operations.
- Adhered to all traffic laws including speed limits, stop signs, signals..
- Managed time effectively by arriving at stops on schedule according to route times.
- Completed daily paperwork such as log books, maintenance reports, incident reports..
- Delivered announcements over the public address system regarding route changes or delays.
- Assisted customers in locating information about destinations or connecting routes.
- Followed emergency procedures in case of accidents or other dangerous situations.
- Maintained professional demeanor when dealing with difficult customers or situations.
- Kept an eye out for suspicious activity or unattended items on board the bus.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Completed appropriate inspection paperwork and reported results to supervisors.
- Deescalated verbal altercations and fights between passengers.
- Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
- Handled passenger emergencies or disruptions.
- Announced stops clearly to help passengers disembark at correct locations.
Over the Road Truck Driver
Yellow Freight
Minneapolis, MN
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo on trucks according to company policies.
- Verified the accuracy of shipping documents for each load.
- Maintained truck logbook, including records of fuel purchases, mileage, and other relevant information.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Followed all applicable state and federal laws while driving long distances.
- Ensured that cargo was properly loaded and distributed in order to maintain proper balance of weight in truck bed.
- Delivered goods safely and efficiently according to delivery schedule.
- Reported any mechanical problems or vehicle damage to supervisor immediately.
- Adhered to safety regulations when loading and unloading freight from trailers or containers.
- Managed paperwork related to shipments such as manifests and bills of lading.
- Stayed up-to-date with changes in DOT regulations concerning hours of service compliance.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
Maintenance Crew Member
Department of Transportation
St.Paul/Minneapolis, MN
- Performed manual labor tasks including shoveling dirt and debris from roadsides.
- Repaired potholes by filling them with asphalt or other material.
- Operated a variety of tools and equipment related to road maintenance such as jackhammers, power saws, graders, compactors, concrete mixers, mowers, tractors and snowplows.
- Installed guardrails along highways for public safety purposes.
- Sealed cracks on road surfaces using appropriate sealant materials.
- Applied salt or sand to icy patches on roads during winter months.
- Followed all safety protocols while working on the job site.
- Collaborated with co-workers to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations where immediate repair was necessary due to hazardous conditions.
- Cleared snow, ice and other debris from highways to maintain road safety.
- Flagged motorists to provide warning of obstacles and repair work.
Education
Associate of Arts -
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNAccomplishments
- 43 years ol Service Award
- Bus Rodeo Participate
- Employee of the Month
- Participated in Union Negotiations / Union Member
Certification
- Holds a Class A Drivers Licenses
- Holds a DOT Creditial
Timeline
Transit Bus Operator
Minnesota Transit Commission
08.1981 - 02.2022
Over the Road Truck Driver
Yellow Freight
Maintenance Crew Member
Department of Transportation
Associate of Arts -
University of Minnesota
- Holds a Class A Drivers Licenses
- Holds a DOT Creditial