Dwight Armstrong
Pontiac,MI
Summary
Experienced transportation professional in diverse driving roles, including School Bus Driver, Motor Coach, Transit bus and CDL Trainer. Proven expertise in conducting comprehensive pre & post trip inspections, maintaining punctuality, and ensuring passenger safety across school, transit, and motor coach environments. Adept at training new drivers and implementing safety protocols.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in safely transporting students to and from school. Proven track record of maintaining punctual routes and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Demonstrated excellent communication skills and reliability in fostering secure environment for passengers.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Bus Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Drivergent Transportation
Sterling Heights, MI
11.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring the operational integrity of various multi-passenger vehicles, including adherence to safety protocols for tires, brakes, and essential equipment.
- Adhered strictly to traffic and transportation laws, guaranteeing the safe conveyance of passengers during routine school and extracurricular event commutes.
- Maintained fleet operational efficiency by refueling bus, ensuring vehicle fluid levels were optimal, and submitting timely reports on defective equipment.
- Transported K-12 students adhering to a fixed schedule, ensuring timely arrivals and departures while strictly complying with safety and traffic regulations, Educate on bus evacuations.
Motor Coach Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Easton Motor Coach Company LLC
Easton, PA
04.2023 - 11.2025
- Conduct comprehensive safety checks, Pre trip and Post trip airbrake test daily E-logs and paper work, ensuring a secure transportation for all guests. (SCORED A PERFECT 10) FACEBOOK 2025 Season.
- Maintained fleet operational efficiency by refueling bus, ensuring vehicle fluid levels were optimal, and submitting timely reports on defective equipment.
- Great Lake tours with Victory Cruise ships, traveling routes to meet Vessels at ports daily operation along with meeting guests helping on and off Coach as well as to various extracurricular activities, maintaining punctuality and adherence to established routes and schedules.
- Maintain clean Motor Coach upkeep exterior and interior. Transport guests to airport to disembark for travel home help with luggage boarding under coach from ship and unloading at the airport.
School Bus Driver/Trainer Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Avondale School District
Auburn Hills, MI
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Conduct comprehensive safety checks, including pre-trip and post-trip airbrake tests, to ensure a secure transportation environment for all passengers.
- Facilitate the transportation of students to and from school, as well as to various extracurricular activities, maintaining punctuality and adherence to established routes and schedules.
- Educate and enforce bus policy and safety rules, while providing specialized assistance for students with special needs, ensuring their well-being and compliance with safety protocols, Educate on bus evacuations.
Bus Driver/Chauffeur Driver/Shuttle Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
The Detroit Bus Company
Detroit, MI
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure passenger safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided reliable transportation services for a diverse range of events including corporate functions, sports events, weddings, and educational field trips.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to maintain schedules and adapt to route changes, ensuring consistent and efficient shuttle operations.
Transit Bus Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA)
Glenwood Springs, CO
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Completed comprehensive training on transit bus operations, mastering the use of retarder braking systems for safe navigation of mountainous terrains.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Adapted to rotating shift schedules, providing reliable transportation and maintaining punctual service across multiple community stops.
Lead CDL Trainer/Bus Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Conner Creek Academy
Warren, MI
02.2017 - 02.2023
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive training program for new drivers, ensuring consistent knowledge transfer and skill development.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain safety standards and operational efficiency of the bus fleet.
- Collaborated with management to prepare accurate weekly reports and facilitated safety training sessions for students, contributing to a secure learning environment, Educate on bus evacuations.
Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)
United States Postal Services
Ann Arbor, MI
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Prepared and organized mail for delivery utilizing established casing methods and loaded vehicles with strapped mail efficiently.
- Conducted pre/post-trip vehicle inspections, ensured adherence to traffic safety protocols, and utilized handheld devices for the accurate handling and delivery of special deliveries and Amazon packages.
Postal Service Contractor Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Oren W. Troup
Ann Arbor, MI
10.2015 - 11.2016
- Conducted daily pre/post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and documented findings in written reports.
- Managed timely delivery and pick-up of United States bulk mail and registry bags, adhering to strict schedules and complying with traffic regulations.
- Manual stick shift
Bus Driver/Trainer Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Durham School Services
Birmingham, MI
09.2006 - 10.2015
- Conducted comprehensive pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring the operational integrity of various multi-passenger vehicles, including adherence to safety protocols for tires, brakes, and essential equipment, Educate on bus evacuations.
- Adhered strictly to traffic and transportation laws, guaranteeing the safe conveyance of passengers during routine school and extracurricular event commutes.
- Maintained effective communication through mobile two-way radios and telephones to report and navigate through traffic conditions, contributing to punctual and efficient route management.
Front End Loader Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Abibow Recycling
Madison Heights, MI
12.2011 - 08.2013
- Maintained fleet operational efficiency by refueling bus, ensuring vehicle fluid levels were optimal, and submitting timely reports on defective equipment.
- Enhanced route productivity by proficiently operating automatic and semi-automatic hoists, executing proper disposal of materials, and maintaining cleanliness of truck and compactor post-routes.
- Conducted comprehensive pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring the operational integrity of vehicles, including adherence to safety protocols for tires, brakes, and essential equipment.
Motor Coach Operator Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Indian Trail
Romulus, MI
07.2009 - 03.2011
- Operated multi-passenger motor coach, ensuring passenger safety and providing information on fares and schedules; efficiently communicated traffic updates as necessary.
- Conducted emergency evacuation drills and maintained accurate records of logs and reports; utilized conflict resolution skills to address and defuse passenger disputes.
- Conducted comprehensive pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring the operational integrity of various multi-passenger vehicles, including adherence to safety protocols for tires, brakes, and essential equipment.
School Bus Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Rochester Community Schools
Rochester Hills, MI
09.2002 - 06.2006
- Transported K-12 students adhering to a fixed schedule, ensuring timely arrivals and departures while strictly complying with safety and traffic regulations.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections and maintained clear communication with dispatch, enforcing appropriate disciplinary measures for on-board misconduct, Educate on bus evacuations.
- Conducted comprehensive pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring the operational integrity of various multi-passenger vehicles, including adherence to safety protocols for tires, brakes, and essential equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coloma High School
Coloma, MISkills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Commercial driving
- Special needs assistance
- Punctuality
- Defensive driving
- Attention to detail
- Safe driver training
- Bus evacuation drills
Certification
- CDL Training Program, Oakland Schools - Train the Trainer Certificate 2014
- Enhanced License - 26' ft Box truck, School Bus, Transit Buses with Retarder, Motor Coaches & Front-End Loader.
- INDIAN TRAILS - Entry-Level Driver Training Certificate (MOTOR COACH)
- MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF STATE - 2024 CDL B Instructor Certificate.
- KETT Engineering Corporation - Defensive Driving Certificate, 2022
Timeline
School Bus Driver/Trainer Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Avondale School District
09.2023 - 04.2025
Motor Coach Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Easton Motor Coach Company LLC
04.2023 - 11.2025
Bus Driver/Chauffeur Driver/Shuttle Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
The Detroit Bus Company
03.2023 - 09.2023
Transit Bus Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA)
02.2023 - 03.2023
School Bus Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Drivergent Transportation
11.2022 - Current
Lead CDL Trainer/Bus Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Conner Creek Academy
02.2017 - 02.2023
Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)
United States Postal Services
11.2016 - 02.2017
Postal Service Contractor Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Oren W. Troup
10.2015 - 11.2016
Front End Loader Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Abibow Recycling
12.2011 - 08.2013
Motor Coach Operator Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Indian Trail
07.2009 - 03.2011
Bus Driver/Trainer Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Durham School Services
09.2006 - 10.2015
School Bus Driver Class B CDL W/ Airbrake Endorsement
Rochester Community Schools
09.2002 - 06.2006
High School Diploma -
Coloma High School