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Barbara Novak

Martinsburg

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience as a School Bus Driver for Berkeley Co Schools, excelling in safety compliance and effective communication. Proven ability to optimize routes and manage student behavior, ensuring a secure travel environment. Skilled in vehicle inspections and customer relationship management, consistently delivering reliable service.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

Berkeley co schools
Martinsburg
03.1998 - 07.2025
  • Safely transported students to and from school and events.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections on bus for safety compliance.
  • Assisted students with boarding, disembarking, and securing seatbelts.
  • Managed student behavior to ensure a safe travel environment.
  • Communicated effectively with school staff and parents regarding schedules.
  • Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
  • Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.

Counterperson /Driver

Advance Auto
Martinsburg
03.2013 - 04.2015
  • Assisted customers in selecting automotive parts and accessories.
  • Processed sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
  • Maintained organized inventory by restocking shelves regularly.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly.

Delivery Driver/Manager

AutoZone
Martinsburg
01.1999 - 02.2013
  • Oversaw daily delivery operations to ensure timely product distribution.
  • Managed driver schedules to optimize route efficiency and coverage.
  • Resolved driver inquiries and issues promptly to maintain service quality.

truck driver

SDS produce
Hagerstown
06.1992 - 12.1999
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
  • Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations during transportation activities.
  • Followed company policies for fuel management and maintenance reporting.
  • Provided excellent customer service during pickups and deliveries to clients.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.

School Bus Driver

Washington Co Schools
Hagerstown
04.1992 - 06.1998
  • Safely transported students to and from school and events.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections on bus for safety compliance.
  • Assisted students with boarding, disembarking, and securing seatbelts.
  • Managed student behavior to ensure a safe travel environment.
  • Communicated effectively with school staff and parents regarding schedules.

CDL Truck Driver

Bank brothers
Russellville
01.1989 - 12.1992
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
  • Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.

Education

High School Diploma -

WILLIAMSPORT HIGH SCHOOL
Williamsport, MD
06-1982

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Safety compliance
  • Route optimization
  • Customer relationship management
  • Inventory management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Time management
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Post-trip inspections
  • License endorsements
  • Pre-trip inspections
  • Passenger assistance
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Drug and alcohol testing
  • Traffic laws adherence
  • Punctuality
  • Traffic law compliance
  • Safety-focused
  • Air brake certification
  • DOT regulations

Timeline

Counterperson /Driver

Advance Auto
03.2013 - 04.2015

Delivery Driver/Manager

AutoZone
01.1999 - 02.2013

School Bus Driver

Berkeley co schools
03.1998 - 07.2025

truck driver

SDS produce
06.1992 - 12.1999

School Bus Driver

Washington Co Schools
04.1992 - 06.1998

CDL Truck Driver

Bank brothers
01.1989 - 12.1992

High School Diploma -

WILLIAMSPORT HIGH SCHOOL