Christina Sanborn
Portsmouth,Virginia
Summary
Dedicated bus driver with a clean driving record and impeccable safety history at Transit Authority River City. Expert in route navigation and passenger safety, consistently ensuring timely arrivals while providing exceptional customer service. Proven ability to assist passengers with disabilities, demonstrating patience under pressure and strong communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
ABM Industries
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Operated buses safely, adhering to traffic regulations and company policies.
- Conducted pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety and compliance.
- Shuttle service for UPS employees.
Bus Driver
Transit Authority River City
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Responded promptly to passenger inquiries and concerns, enhancing customer experience.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize route efficiency and minimize delays.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Participated in safety training programs to enhance driving skills and maintain high standards of safety.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Kept accurate records of daily logs, incident reports, maintenance checklists, and fuel consumption data for company reference.
Transportation Dispatch Coordinator
Transit Authority of River City
03.1999 - 02.2024
- Coordinated daily dispatch operations to ensure timely service.
- Managed communication between drivers and customer service to resolve issues efficiently.
- Prepared and maintained accurate records of dispatch activities and schedules.
- Trained new staff on dispatch procedures and safety protocols for operational effectiveness.
Education
GED -
Skills
- Clean driving record
- Safety-focused
- Pre-trip inspections
- Weather condition driving
- Defensive driving
- Safety practices
- DOT regulations
- Scheduling adherence
- Disability awareness
- Elderly and disabled assistance
- Passenger safety
- Local traffic regulations
- Inclement weather driving
- Vehicle inspections
- Commercial driving
- Route navigation
- Fare collection
- DOT standards
- CDL class B license
- Impeccable safety history
- Passenger interaction
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Clear communication
- Patience under pressure
- Air brake certification
- Route schedule adherence
- Bus operation
- Dependable and trustworthy
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Valid Driver's license
Timeline
Bus Driver - ABM Industries
08.2024 - 07.2025
Bus Driver - Transit Authority River City
02.2024 - 07.2024
Transportation Dispatch Coordinator - Transit Authority of River City
03.1999 - 02.2024
Adult Learning Center - GED,