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Heather Donnelly

Commercial Driver
Portland,TN

Summary

Operative professional with solid background in customer service and providing safe and comfortable rides to passengers. Solid understanding of city streets and traffic laws. Knowledgeable in bus maintenance and safety protocols to provide safe and timely transportation for passengers. Enthusiastic about learning the Class A field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Bus Operator

Mv Transportation Inc.
Santa Clarita, CA
01.2022 - 05.2024

• Maintained full understanding of local roads and traffic patterns.
• Planned routes and made proactive adjustments using GPS apps to account for traffic problems.
• Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
• Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
• Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
• Contacted dispatchers and company mechanics to report vehicle issues and other problems.
• Performed regular bus inspections and checked brakes, steering and windshield wipers.
• Accepted and processed fares.
• Transported elderly, disabled or otherwise limited passengers to doctors' offices and medical appointments.
• Answered questions from passengers with respect and accuracy, providing information about fares, schedule details and baggage stowing.
• Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
• Obeyed federal, CA and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
• Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
• Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.

Secretary

St. Paul's Lutheran Church
Coffeyville, KS
05.2019 - 10.2020
  • Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Composed internal and external correspondence for senior management and reviewed documentation to eliminate errors.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
  • Drafted agendas, recorded minutes and created documents for meetings.
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and greeted callers enthusiastically.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.

Private Nanny

Adam And Jessica Stetson
Overland, MO
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Totaled amount owed for services at end of session.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.

Operations Associate

J C Penney
Valencia, CA
08.2007 - 02.2008
  • Maintained clean and organized stockroom by sweeping, mopping and removing empty boxes.
  • Orchestrated re-organization of stockroom merchandise to promote successful inventory and cycle counts.
  • Examined and inspected stock items for defects and reported damages to supervisor.
  • Set up advertising displays and arranged merchandise on counters and tables to promote sales.
  • Completed floor replenishment to guarantee customer satisfaction and size availability.
  • Answered queries and concerns and assisted customers with product selections.
  • Organized merchandise on floor, priced items with scan gun and switched price tickets according to promotional sales and sale expiration dates.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
  • Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels.
  • Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
  • Placed special customer orders for custom or special order merchandise.
  • Changed sales floor signs to show current pricing and support product promotions.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Applied proper safety procedures in warehouse, stockroom and store and immediately informed management of safety concerns.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.

Catalog/Sales Associate

J C Penney
Valencia, CA
06.2006 - 08.2007
  • Contacted customers to collect payments and verify or add to existing information, consistently providing timely, accurate and customer-oriented service.
  • Recommended merchandise and services that would meet customer needs.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by checking outgoing documents and shipment labels for accuracy and conformance to outlined customer requirements and preferences.
  • Double-checked customer orders and information before filling out order forms to prevent unnecessary delays and errors.
  • Used proprietary software to keep track of client information and orders, update accounts and monitor shipments to obtain and relay real-time information.
  • Processed and handled customer complaints, answering questions and providing alternative solutions.
  • Communicated with customers to verify information, fill out appropriate paperwork and carry out specified requests.
  • Informed customers by mail or telephone of order information such as unit prices, shipping dates and anticipated delays.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Service Deli Clerk

VONS
Canyon Country, CA
04.2005 - 06.2006
  • Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
  • Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments and garnishes.
  • Promoted new or high-value food items by creating attractive displays in cases and other customer-facing areas.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Opened new inventory and rotated stock by dates to maintain freshness.
  • Listened carefully to customer instructions and prepared orders according to those preferences.
  • Inspected equipment, refrigerators and warming lamps to check compliance with safe operating levels.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
  • Received payment via cash, check, card or mobile payment and processed promptly.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
  • Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
  • Offered product samples to customers, generating additional sales through taste-testing.
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.

Physical Therapist Aide

Physical Therapy Consultants
Amherst, OH
11.2004 - 03.2005
  • Offered expert mobility assistance with physical support, wheelchairs and other strategies.
  • Assisted patients with employing assistive devices such as splints and braces to support treatment goals.
  • Smoothly assisted, positioned and secured patients at therapy devices to support safe treatment protocols.
  • Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Recorded treatment given and equipment used.
  • Observed patients during treatment to compile and evaluate data on patients' responses and progress and reported to physical therapist.
  • Cleaned and organized work area and disinfected equipment after treatment.

Student Services Specialist

Allan Hancock Community College
Santa Maria, CA
03.2004 - 10.2004
  • Processed cancellations, changes or special requests promptly.
  • Recorded costs accurately and explained any additional fees to guests.
  • Coordinated with staff to process registration paperwork and direct to appropriate departments.
  • Reviewed and processed application requests for college registration.
  • Explained form wording to students to help each understand information required.
  • Performed data entry on proprietary software to maintain and organize records of member and program information

Physical Therapist Aide

Pacific Therapy Services
Ventura, CA
07.2003 - 03.2004
  • Coordinated with front office, therapist, and fellow aide staff to process and direct patients to the appropriate departments
  • Utilized a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans, time management for whole therapeutic staff, and comprehensive patient care.
  • Provided patient education.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • Administered modalities including electrical stimulation, ultrasound, iontophoresis, hydrocollator heating pads, and ice.
  • Assisted and instructed patients on various cardio and strength equipment.
  • Provided a welcoming atmosphere by keeping equipment and facility clean and sanitized

Education

Associate of Science - Social Sciences

College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA
08.2001 - 05.2003

No Degree - Art History

California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA
08.2005 - 10.2006

Skills

Safe driving practices

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Software

Microsoft Office

Servant Keeper

Timeline

Bus Operator

Mv Transportation Inc.
01.2022 - 05.2024

Secretary

St. Paul's Lutheran Church
05.2019 - 10.2020

Private Nanny

Adam And Jessica Stetson
08.2016 - 05.2017

Operations Associate

J C Penney
08.2007 - 02.2008

Catalog/Sales Associate

J C Penney
06.2006 - 08.2007

No Degree - Art History

California State University - Northridge
08.2005 - 10.2006

Service Deli Clerk

VONS
04.2005 - 06.2006

Physical Therapist Aide

Physical Therapy Consultants
11.2004 - 03.2005

Student Services Specialist

Allan Hancock Community College
03.2004 - 10.2004

Physical Therapist Aide

Pacific Therapy Services
07.2003 - 03.2004

Associate of Science - Social Sciences

College of The Canyons
08.2001 - 05.2003
Heather DonnellyCommercial Driver