David Penacruz
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Seasoned Bus Operator with a proven track record at Student Transportation of America, excelling in maintaining safe And clean transportation environments. And a knack for fostering positive passenger relations. Achieved commendable levels of safety, ensuring compliance with traffic laws
Qualified Bus Operator with background of safe travel and transport. Bilingual professional notifying dispatch of location and reporting suspicious activity.
Commercial Driver bringing 20 years of experience operating various passenger vehicles. Safety-focused with personable demeanor and helpful approach to passenger questions and issues.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Operator
Student Transportation of America, STA
04.2017 - 01.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe bus environment for the comfort of all passengers.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring their safe boarding, travel, and disembarking from the bus.
- Helped passengers stow and retrieve luggage, bags, wheelchairs and other items.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws and safety guidelines while operating the bus on assigned routes.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry best practices and regulatory updates.
Bus Driver
Bernie Bus Service
05.2013 - 04.2017
- 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.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring safe boarding, comfortable travel, and proper disembarking procedures were followed.
- Developed strong rapport with regular passengers by providing friendly service, remembering names, engaging in conversations when appropriate.
School Bus Driver
Durham School Services
10.2008 - 05.2013
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
Education
GED -
Adult Education Program
The Bronx, NY06-1998
Skills
- Clean driving record
- Vehicle inspection
- Fuel efficiency
- Defensive driving
- Wheelchair support
- Weather conditions adaptation
- Traffic laws compliance
- Safe driving practices
- Valid CDL license
- Passenger assistance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bus Operator
Student Transportation of America, STA
04.2017 - 01.2025
Bus Driver
Bernie Bus Service
05.2013 - 04.2017
School Bus Driver
Durham School Services
10.2008 - 05.2013
GED -
Adult Education Program
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