Carla Loftin
Thompsons Station,TN
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position utilizing my Class B Drivers License, I have had a perfect clean driving record for over 20 years. I'm a people person, I'm excited to develop professional relationships with co-workers and clients. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sign Company Owner
Ad Signs Pro
07.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily business operations and financial decisions to drive profitability and growth.
- Developed long-term relationships with key clients, vendors and service providers.
- Resolved customer service issues with timely and professional resolutions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to secure favorable terms of service.
- Monitored and assessed industry trends, competitors and customer feedback to make informed decisions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
School Bus Driver
Williamson County Schools Transportation
01.2010 - 09.2023
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Maintained Tennessee Class B driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Obeyed federal, Tennessee State local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels, and cleanliness.
- Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
School Bus Driver
Henry County Schools Transportation
05.2002 - 01.2009
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Maintained Georgia State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Obeyed federal, Georgia State local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Identified and reported mechanical problems and safety hazards.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels, and cleanliness.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
Job Site Manager
McDonough Contracting
06.1997 - 01.2009
- Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
- Inspected cleanliness of common areas.
- Monitored, coached, and supervised Employees and Sub-Contractors.
- Ordered all Materials for job sites, inspected and counted Materials delivered.
- Coordinated with local building inspectors to verify compliance with all building codes and regulations.
- Coordinated site investigations, documented issues, and escalated to executive teams.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
- Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Analyzed and evaluated construction bids to select most cost-effective contractors.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Collaborated with structural engineers to evaluate structural integrity of projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake City Christian School
Lake City, GA05.1991
Skills
- Personnel Management
- Business Growth
- Inventory Control
- Business Launch
- 21 Years perfect CDL Class B License
- Customer Care
Timeline
Sign Company Owner
Ad Signs Pro
07.2023 - Current
School Bus Driver
Williamson County Schools Transportation
01.2010 - 09.2023
School Bus Driver
Henry County Schools Transportation
05.2002 - 01.2009
Job Site Manager
McDonough Contracting
06.1997 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Lake City Christian School
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