Eleuterio Sapien
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Dedicated transit professional with extensive experience at the City of Las Cruces Roadrunner Transit Department, excelling in passenger service and safety. Proven ability to ensure compliance with traffic laws and conduct thorough vehicle inspections, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills contribute to a positive transit experience.
Friendly and enthusiastic Shuttle Driver bringing 3+ years of experience operating various passenger vehicles. Safety-focused with personable demeanor and helpful approach to passenger questions and issues. Accustomed to collecting fares, inspecting vehicles and completing basic repairs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Transit Driver
City of Las Cruces Roadrunner Transit Department
Las Cruces, NM
02.2025 - Current
- Operated transit vehicles safely, ensuring compliance with traffic regulations and safety protocols.
- Assisted passengers with boarding, deboarding, and providing information on routes and schedules.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of daily trips, including passenger counts and operational logs.
- Responded effectively to passenger inquiries and concerns, enhancing overall customer service experience.
- Adapted quickly to changing routes or schedules while maintaining high service standards.
- Participated in training programs to enhance driving skills and knowledge of transit operations.
- Enhanced transit safety by conducting thorough pre-trip vehicle inspections and addressing any maintenance issues.
- Supported smooth operations between shifts by effectively communicating relevant information to relief drivers during shift changes.
- Maintained accurate records of daily logs, including mileage, hours worked, incidents encountered, and mechanical checks performed.
- Improved passenger satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to transit schedules.
- Contributed to a clean environment within the bus by regularly inspecting the vehicle interior and addressing any sanitation concerns.
- Exhibited strong knowledge of local geography as well as designated transit routes to ensure timely transportation of passengers to their destinations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to route changes or schedule alterations, ensuring minimal disruption to passengers'' travel plans.
- Boosted on-time arrivals and departures through effective communication with dispatchers regarding schedule adherence or deviation.
- Greeted customers with friendliness and professionalism, engaging in conversation to build rapport.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Followed company policies and procedures and maintained compliance with standards.
Maintenance/Cleaning Crew Member
Tresco Inc
Las Cruces, NM
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed thorough cleaning of assigned areas, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Operated cleaning equipment including floor scrubbers and vacuums to maintain facility cleanliness.
- Assisted with inventory management, restocking cleaning supplies as needed to support operations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete cleaning tasks efficiently and on schedule.
Security Officer Supervisor
Security Concepts Inc.
Las Cruces, NM
03.2013 - 06.2014
- Supervised security personnel to ensure compliance with safety protocols and procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies during incidents to facilitate efficient response efforts.
- Supervised a team of security officers, ensuring adherence to company policies and maintaining high morale among staff members.
- Evaluated performance of security personnel, offering constructive feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Security Officer
Security Concepts Inc.
Las Cruces, NM
05.2009 - 06.2010
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify hazards and prevent unauthorized access.
- Responded promptly to incidents, documenting occurrences for future reference.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during investigations and emergency situations.
Security Guard
Security Concepts Inc.
Las Cruces, NM
05.2007 - 08.2007
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential security risks.
- Responded promptly to alarms and incidents, coordinating with emergency services as needed.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, incidents, and irregularities for reporting purposes.
- Monitored premises to prevent unauthorized access and ensure safety of personnel and property.
Bus Driver
Southeast New Mexico Community Action Corp
Carlsbad, NM
08.2000 - 02.2001
- Operated buses for safe transportation of community members to designated locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted passengers with special needs, ensuring accessibility and comfort during transit.
- Maintained accurate records of daily routes and passenger counts for reporting purposes.
- Operated buses safely along designated routes, ensuring timely arrivals and departures.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of daily routes, passenger counts, and incidents.
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
School Bus Driver
Johnson- Basham Bus Company
Carlsbad, NM
08.1999 - 05.2000
- Ensured student safety during daily transportation routes.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to maintain operational readiness.
- Assisted students with boarding and disembarking safely and efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding schedule changes or delays.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and behavior reports.
- Enforced safety regulations and protocols to create a secure environment.
- Collaborated with school staff to address transportation-related issues promptly.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- 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.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
Summer Lunch Program Driver
Southeast New Mexico Community Action Corp
Carlsbad, NM
05.1999 - 08.1999
- Ensured timely delivery of goods to designated locations while adhering to traffic regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to maintain operational safety and reliability of transportation equipment.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, deliveries, and other relevant data for compliance and reporting purposes.
- Implemented best practices for cargo handling to prevent damage during transit and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
Long Term Substitute With Special Education Depart
Carlsbad Municipal Schools
Carlsbad, NM
01.1998 - 05.1999
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs across various subjects.
- Provided classroom management support, ensuring a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective instructional strategies and techniques.
- Assisted in assessing student progress, providing feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Developed rapport with students, fostering engagement and participation in class activities.
- Implemented school policies and procedures to ensure compliance during assignments.
- Mentored new substitute teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and instruction.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
Laborer
A.C. Horner Construction
Carlsbad, NM
09.1997 - 01.1998
- Assisted in maintaining clean job sites to promote safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks on time, enhancing overall project efficiency.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
- Bolstered team morale with a positive attitude and willingness to help others when needed.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as needed.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
Education
No Degree - History
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2010
High School Diploma -
Carlsbad Senior High School
Carlsbad, NM05-1997
Skills
- Traffic laws compliance
- Vehicle inspection
- Disability awareness
- Punctuality
- Mobility support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Passenger service and safety
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Italian
Limited Working
Latin
Elementary
Portuguese
Limited Working
Romanian
Elementary
Timeline
Transit Driver
City of Las Cruces Roadrunner Transit Department
02.2025 - Current
Maintenance/Cleaning Crew Member
Tresco Inc
11.2023 - 12.2023
Security Officer Supervisor
Security Concepts Inc.
03.2013 - 06.2014
Security Officer
Security Concepts Inc.
05.2009 - 06.2010
Security Guard
Security Concepts Inc.
05.2007 - 08.2007
Bus Driver
Southeast New Mexico Community Action Corp
08.2000 - 02.2001
School Bus Driver
Johnson- Basham Bus Company
08.1999 - 05.2000
Summer Lunch Program Driver
Southeast New Mexico Community Action Corp
05.1999 - 08.1999
Long Term Substitute With Special Education Depart
Carlsbad Municipal Schools
01.1998 - 05.1999
Laborer
A.C. Horner Construction
09.1997 - 01.1998
No Degree - History
New Mexico State University
High School Diploma -
Carlsbad Senior High School