CHAUENGA HAKEEM
Bus Driver
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Results-driven Transportation Professional with expertise in passenger logistics management and vehicle maintenance. Proficient in route navigation and ensuring safety standards while delivering reliable service. Certified Medical Assistant skilled in administering medications, recording vital signs, and managing patient records, fostering effective collaboration with healthcare teams for optimal patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shuttle Bus Driver
Laz Parking
01.2025 - Current
- Operated shuttle buses efficiently, ensuring timely transportation for passengers.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to maintain safety and compliance standards.
- Assisted passengers with special needs, enhancing customer service experience.
- Adhered to local traffic regulations while operating shuttle buses in various weather conditions for maximum safety.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize shuttle schedules and routes.
Bus Driver
Long Beach Transit
01.2022 - 01.2025
- 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.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- 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.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
- Operated transit buses safely across assigned routes, ensuring timely arrivals and departures.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and operational readiness.
Bus Driver
The City of Norwalk
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided comfortable passenger environments by maintaining clean bus interiors.
- Ensured passenger safety through thorough pre- and post-trip bus inspections.
- Reported necessary repairs promptly to maintain a sanitary bus environment.
- Operated bus according to safety standards, following DOT and local regulations.
- Transported passengers efficiently along designated routes, adhering to tight schedules.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities for safe boarding and disembarking processes.
Coach Operator
MV Transportation Services
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Fostered positive relationships with regular passengers by displaying a friendly yet professional demeanor during their commute time.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming vehicle environment for passengers' comfort and overall experience.
- Updated knowledge of industry trends and regulations through continuous learning opportunities such as workshops and seminars.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to stay current on new policies, procedures, and equipment updates.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents or mechanical issues encountered during shifts for efficient resolution.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while maintaining accountability for daily revenue collections per company guidelines.
- Reduced accidents by strictly adhering to safety protocols and conducting thorough pre-trip inspections.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly and diplomatically, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
Bus Driver
Victorville Transit Authority
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- 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.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring safe boarding, comfortable travel, and proper disembarking procedures were followed.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
- Kept accurate records of daily logs, incident reports, maintenance checklists, and fuel consumption data for company reference.
Certified Medical Assistant
HealthCare Partners Medical Group
09.2011 - 01.2017
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems to maintain accuracy and confidentiality.
Education
Norwalk Adult School
Cerritos, CA05.2011
Skills
- Dependable driving performance
- Safety-focused
- Weather condition driving
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- DOT Regulations
- Disability Awareness
- Passenger Safety
- Dependable and Trustworthy
- CDL License
- Defensive Driving Practices
- Wheelchair and Scooter Security
- Fire Extinguisher Use
- Traffic regulations compliance
- Patience and empathy
- Safe driving practices
- Weather condition awareness
Certification
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - CA Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
- Air Brakes
- Passenger Endorsement
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Shuttle Bus Driver
Laz Parking
01.2025 - Current
Bus Driver
Long Beach Transit
01.2022 - 01.2025
Bus Driver
The City of Norwalk
01.2021 - 11.2021
Coach Operator
MV Transportation Services
01.2019 - 10.2020
Bus Driver
Victorville Transit Authority
01.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Medical Assistant
HealthCare Partners Medical Group
09.2011 - 01.2017
Norwalk Adult School