Eric Crenshaw
New Haven,CT
Summary
Experienced bus driver skilled in route navigation and wheelchair lift operation. Known for delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring passenger safety by adhering to traffic laws and company policies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
B and B Transportation
Bethany, Connecticut
07.2026 - Current
- Ensured passenger safety by strictly following traffic laws and company policies.
- Operated buses along designated routes, consistently adhering to schedules.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and exiting the bus as necessary.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to maintain safety compliance and address maintenance needs.
- Coordinated with dispatch regarding route changes or delays, ensuring timely communication and minimizing disruptions.
- Reported any incidents or accidents to management promptly and accurately.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Operated wheelchair lifts to assist passengers with special needs onto the bus safely.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch staff via two way radio regarding delays, detours.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Monitored traffic conditions along assigned routes in order to plan alternate routes if necessary.
- Delivered courteous customer service by addressing passenger inquiries about routes and schedules, enhancing overall travel experience.
- Operated bus professionally and interacted with passengers to foster pleasant rides.
Bus Driver
First Student Bus Co.
New Haven, Connecticut
10.2012 - 06.2025
- Ensured passenger safety by following traffic laws and company policies.
- Operated buses along designated routes while adhering to schedule.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and exiting the bus to ensure timely departures and accommodate individual needs.
- Helped passengers with special needs use wheelchair lifts to board the bus.
- Conducted routine inspections of vehicles for maintenance and safety compliance.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Monitored traffic conditions along assigned routes in order to plan alternate routes if necessary.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, and hours worked to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Resolved passenger disruptions to uphold safety and comfort for all riders throughout the journey.
- Reported any incidents or accidents to management promptly and accurately.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Completed accident and incident reports accurately and legibly at end of scheduled shifts.
- Reported any mechanical or operational issues to maintenance staff promptly.
- Used GPS navigation to follow routes and avoid potential construction or traffic delays.
- Inspected vehicles and checked gas, oil and water levels prior to departure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wilbur Cross High School
New Haven, CT06-1986
Skills
- Pre-trip inspection
- Vehicle inspection
- Accident documentation
- GPS navigation
- Route navigation
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Customer service
Timeline
Bus Driver
B and B Transportation
07.2026 - Current
Bus Driver
First Student Bus Co.
10.2012 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Wilbur Cross High School