Derrick Turner
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Qualified professional Bus Driver supports commuting efforts by transporting passengers over scheduled routes and special excursions. Adheres to safety practices and follows codes, policies, regulations and laws for operating passenger vehicles while preparing and maintaining accurate records. Maintains valid class B driver license with P endorsement and consistently exercises sound judgment to identify issues and create action plans. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Shuttle Bus Driver
Zachary Group
Port Arthur, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Inspected vehicle and personally handled routine upkeep.
- Logged trip details including mileage, fuel usage, and expenses.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
- Communicated with dispatchers by radio, telephone or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service.
- Ensured vehicle met safety standards before starting each shift.
- Maintained a friendly demeanor during all client interactions.
Transit Bus Driver
City Of Port Arthur Transit Department
Port Arthur, Texas
04.2012 - 02.2024
- Assisted passengers to foster safe loading and unloading from buses during normal transport and emergency situations.
- Drove bus to safely transport passengers over scheduled routes and authorized stops.
- Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
- Fueled and performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to support safe operating condition of vehicle.
- Drove 50-passenger shuttle bus to and from terminal
School Bus Driver
Port Arthur ISD
Port Arthur, Texas
09.2003 - 03.2012
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Maintained Texas driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus
Education
Associate of Science - Political Science
Huston-Tillotson University
Austin, TX05.1990
Associate of Science - Political Science
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX1990
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Port Arthur, TX05.1988
Skills
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Equipment Inspection
- Area Knowledge
- Customer Relations Skills
- Pickup and Drop-Off Scheduling
- Passenger Interaction
- Adjusting Routes
- Safety Procedures
- DOT Requirements
- Passenger Assistance
- Student Safety
- Two-Way Radio Operation
- Customer Satisfaction
Timeline
Shuttle Bus Driver
Zachary Group
03.2024 - Current
Transit Bus Driver
City Of Port Arthur Transit Department
04.2012 - 02.2024
School Bus Driver
Port Arthur ISD
09.2003 - 03.2012
Associate of Science - Political Science
Huston-Tillotson University
Associate of Science - Political Science
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School