David McClung
Driver
St Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated school bus driver with a strong safety history at First Student Transportation, skilled in vehicle inspections and passenger safety management. Proven ability to foster positive relationships with students and parents while ensuring timely and secure transport. Committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and compliance with local traffic laws.
Safety-conscious School Bus Driver with [Number] years in school bus transportation work and high regard for student safety. Transported large school district's students on daily routes and field trips and earned high safety ratings every year. Excellent driving and communications skills leading to outstanding results.
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning [Type] field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Well-regarded [Job Title] offers clean driving history and strong safety record. Gets along well with students, bus monitors and teachers. Compassionate with students and great at resolving conflicts. Keeps bus clean and well-maintained with daily care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels, and cleanliness.
- Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage, and hours.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
- Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Executed proper and timely loading and unloading of passengers.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date route and time logs.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
School Bus Driver
Mehlville School District
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
- Worked closely with school administration and transportation to maintain smooth operations.
- Inspected and serviced buses on regular basis.
- Administered first aid to passengers in need.
- Taught students first-aid and emergency protocols in case of emergency.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Assisted in loading and unloading students and belongings.
- Identified and reported mechanical problems and safety hazards.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels, and cleanliness.
- Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage, and hours.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
- Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
- Executed proper and timely loading and unloading of passengers.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date route and time logs.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
Ride Share
Lyft
09.2019 - 09.2024
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
Bus Driver
Green Park Retirement Home
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Retained bus system, route and stop knowledge for informative customer advice.
- Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural conditions.
- Inspected bus for any mechanical issues before departure.
- Checked vehicle daily for maintenance needs, personally handled common upkeep and reported serious concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted passengers with inquiries and requests during trips.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on safety regulations and driving techniques.
- Picked up and dropped off passengers at regularly scheduled locations by following strict time schedules.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with passengers and other drivers.
- Inventoried bus emergency and first aid supplies and equipment.
- Adhered to safety regulations to verify wellbeing of passengers and fellow drivers.
- Aided passengers with disabilities or special needs.
- Followed all relevant schedules for routes and arrivals.
- Verified cleanliness and tidiness of bus through regular cleaning.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crook Co. High School
Prineville, OR05-1973
Skills
- Passenger safety management
- Lifting up to 50 lbs
- Transporting students
- Special needs assistance
- Safe driver training
- Punctuality
- Strong safety history
- Equipment operation
Timeline
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
09.2024 - 12.2025
School Bus Driver
Mehlville School District
08.2022 - 09.2024
Ride Share
Lyft
09.2019 - 09.2024
Bus Driver
Green Park Retirement Home
10.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Crook Co. High School