Carla Burkes
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dedicated and passionate about helping others lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills. Focused driver bringing 15 years of top-quality performance in transportation industry. Well-versed in inspecting buses and equipment to promote safe operations. Unwavering work ethic and dedication to quality transportation service. Motivated team leader. Driven and self-motivated with exceptional work ethic. Knowledge of safety and security procedures.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Compassionate Caregivers
Dublin, OH
10.2021 - Current
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
School Bus Driver
Columbus City Schools
Columbus, OH
09.2014 - 08.2024
- Read maps and followed written or verbal driving directions.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Performed work assignments according to instructions received.
- Promoted good public relations by responding courteously to inquiries from parents or members of the community.
- Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety.
- Reported bus malfunctions or repairs needed.
- Monitored student behavior on the bus and enforced rules consistently.
- Maintained order among passengers and explained safety rules and hazards.
- Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
- Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
- Assisted passengers in evacuation of bus in case of emergency.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Reported inappropriate and disruptive student behaviors to school administration.
ATM Field Service Technician
Atm Solutions
Columbus, OH
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Driver
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Transported riders to designated stops according to pre-determined schedules.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Education
Diploma - Homeland Security
Bryman
Lynnwood, WA05-2006
Diploma - Accounting
Mansfield Business
El Paso, TX02-1991
Skills
- Behavioral Management
- Problem-Solving
- Behavior Redirection
- Multitasking and Organization
- DOT Regulations
- Effective Communication Skills
- Route Planning
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Confidentiality
- Safe Driver Training
- Customer Service
- Invoicing and Billing
- Data Entry
- Payment Processing
- Attention to Detail
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Safety and Security Procedures
- Incident Reports
- Security Screening
- Emergency Planning
Timeline
Caregiver
Compassionate Caregivers
10.2021 - Current
ATM Field Service Technician
Atm Solutions
02.2021 - 01.2023
School Bus Driver
Columbus City Schools
09.2014 - 08.2024
Diploma - Homeland Security
Bryman
Diploma - Accounting
Mansfield Business
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