Babatunde Enilari-Solarin
Orange,NJ
Summary
Proven Bus Driver with a stellar record at New Jersey Transit, showcasing expertise in weather condition driving and a commendable focus on safety. Achieved high customer satisfaction through punctual, courteous service and a clean driving record. Trained new drivers, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and maintained a near-perfect attendance record, enhancing company reliability.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
New Jersey Transit
Maplewood, NJ
01.1998 - 10.2023
- 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.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Ensured timely arrivals and departures by strictly adhering to schedules and effectively managing unforeseen circumstances.
- 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.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping passengers safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Enhanced passenger safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and maintaining a clean bus environment.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Kept accurate records of daily logs, incident reports, maintenance checklists, and fuel consumption data for company reference.
- Promoted positive rider experience by providing courteous, attentive service and addressing customer concerns promptly.
- Maintained open communication lines with dispatchers to report any delays, accidents or emergencies encountered while on the road.
- Developed strong rapport with regular passengers by providing friendly service, remembering names, engaging in conversations when appropriate.
- Retained bus system, route and stop knowledge for informative customer advice.
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of buses.
- Implemented proper emergency procedures as needed, addressing any potential hazards and ensuring the safety of all passengers on board.
- Trained new bus drivers in company policies, route navigation techniques, and safety protocols to ensure smooth onboarding experiences.
- Contributed to company reputation for reliability by maintaining an exceptional attendance record and punctuality rate.
- Monitored onboard security systems such as cameras or alarms to ensure the well-being of all passengers during their commute.
Education
CDL CLASS A - Driving
Smith And Solomon Truck Driving
Edison, NJ01.1996
Associate Degree In Computer Science - Computer And Information Systems
University of Lagos
Akoka Lagos Nigeria02.1985
Skills
- Clean Driving Record
- Safety-focused
- Weather condition driving
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Defensive Driving
Timeline
Bus Driver
New Jersey Transit
01.1998 - 10.2023
CDL CLASS A - Driving
Smith And Solomon Truck Driving
Associate Degree In Computer Science - Computer And Information Systems
University of Lagos