David Williams
Riverdale,GA
Summary
Safety-focused Transportation Professional with extensive expertise in defensive driving and local traffic regulations. Skilled in route planning and passenger assistance, delivering timely and secure journeys while enhancing passenger experiences. Experienced in bus and equipment inspections to ensure safe operations, demonstrating a strong commitment to quality service in the transportation industry.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
tranportation bus driver
encore luxury coach
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2024 - Current
- Operated luxury coaches, ensuring safe and comfortable transportation for all passengers.
- Transported passengers along predetermined routes, consistently adhering to traffic regulations for safety.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety standards.
- Inspected exterior of vehicle for any damage or mechanical problems prior to departure from the depot.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing passenger inquiries and providing assistance.
- Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety.
- Performed minor maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluid levels, refueling.
Bus Driver
Coach USA
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Operated charter buses safely for diverse passenger groups.
- Facilitated on-time departures and arrivals, enhancing overall trip reliability.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety standards.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, contributing to positive passenger experiences.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
- Handled unexpected emergencies and route changes calmly, ensuring passenger safety and satisfaction.
Transportation Bus Driver
RTA Regional transit transportation
New Orleans, LA
01.2015 - 07.2022
- Operated bus professionally, engaging with passengers to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable ride.
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes, ensuring adherence to traffic regulations for safety and reliability.
- Drove established routes, leveraging knowledge of streets and stops to enhance passenger satisfaction.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and testing of transit bus for mechanical problems prior to beginning scheduled run.
- Operated transit buses along designated routes for RTA Regional transportation.
School Bus Driver
Hammond Transportation
New Orleans, LA
08.2013 - 12.2015
- Followed traffic laws and transportation procedures to ensure safe and compliant driving.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections and tests on transit bus to identify mechanical issues before scheduled runs.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws and stipulations to maximize safety.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to enhance safety and prevent accidents or injuries.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
Meat Clerk
Rouses Market
New Orleans, LA
06.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed high customer volume efficiently by accurately cutting, wrapping and weighing products.
- Educated customers on meat choices and preparation methods to increase sales.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Checked products for temperature and expiration dates to maintain consumer safety.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
- Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
- Kept detailed track of inventories and restocked products in cold storage units.
- Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
Waiter
Lambeth House
New Orleans, LA
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Monitored guest satisfaction with meals and proactively recommended items to enhance dining experience.
- Minimized customer wait times by efficiently managing high volume of orders each day.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Implemented sanitary food handling, holding and service protocols.
- Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
- Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
- Documented food orders and ran items to guest tables in dining room.
- Fostered trust with residents through attentive communication and reliable support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walter L Cohen
New Orleans, LA05.2010
Skills
- Defensive driving expert
- Clean driving record
- Safety compliance
- Defensive driving techniques
- Local navigation
- Map navigation
- Route planning
- Passenger assistance
- Vehicle upkeep
- Effective scheduling
- Task management
- Driving regulations
- Issue resolution
- Detail orientation
- Analytical thinking
- Defensive driving techniques
Timeline
tranportation bus driver
encore luxury coach
07.2024 - Current
Bus Driver
Coach USA
09.2022 - 07.2024
Transportation Bus Driver
RTA Regional transit transportation
01.2015 - 07.2022
School Bus Driver
Hammond Transportation
08.2013 - 12.2015
Meat Clerk
Rouses Market
06.2012 - 01.2014
Waiter
Lambeth House
08.2008 - 06.2011
High School Diploma -
Walter L Cohen