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Joann Havens

Leesburg,FL

Summary

Reliable and competent Route Manager bringing successful transportation background and proven leadership abilities. Coordinates efficient team schedules and routes to consistently meet schedules. Organized lead with excellent training, driving and coordination abilities.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Route Manager

Lake County Schools
Tavares , FL
07.2022 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to route management.
  • Ensure compliance with DOT and DOE Regulations
  • Ensured Drug testing was handled incompliance with the DOT Testing
  • Ensured efficient allocation of staff through effective coordination of departmental scheduling.
  • Provided guidance to team members in managing challenging situations during daily operations.
  • Analyzed data from past routes in order to optimize future routes for increased efficiency.
  • Identified opportunities to enhance the organization's routing system.
  • Established and fostered strong relationships with Administrator, ESE Specialist/Clerks, and various Stakeholders.
  • Resolved conflicts professionally among Parents, drivers, monitors, and school personnel.
  • Scheduled and conducted drivers' meetings for effective communication of new policies and updates.
  • Provided thorough safety instruction to newly recruited personnel operating vehicles.
  • Evaluated driver performance against established goals and objectives.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan optimal routes.
  • Organized schedules and reviewed performance of 42 drivers and 23 monitors.
  • Collaborated closely with other Route Managers and Operations Manager to continuously improve route efficiency and implement best practices.
  • Communicated with lead drivers to manage route coverage
  • Demonstrated professional conduct with parents, students, school

officials, and other drivers to deliver outstanding customer service.

  • Obeyed DOT and DOE rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
  • Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety.
  • Operated motorized ramps and lifts to assist special needs students. Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
  • Reported accidents and completed required reports.
  • Adhered to schedules and safety protocols to enhance transportation service.
  • Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
  • Reconfigured routes to accommodate added or removed scheduled stops.
  • Transported only authorized students and discharged at approved stops.
  • Communicated emergencies, delays due to weather and carrier schedule changes to schools and supervisors.
  • Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
  • Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
  • Drive multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools and school activities.
  • Acquired and maintained certification in basic first aid and CPR.
  • Maintained order among passengers and explained safety rules and hazards.
  • Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
  • Offered informal tips and encouragement to new, nervous driver trainees to support driving confidence and success.
  • Organized and submitted company forms and regulatory documents.
  • Use Web Compas and Seon programs to help route new students and track busses.

Lead Driver Liason

Lake County School Board
Clermont, FL
08.2019 - 07.2022
  • Organized schedules and reviewed performance of 62 drivers and 18 monitors.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment and vehicles.
  • Collaborated closely with Route Managers to continuously improve route efficiency and implement best practices.
  • Oversee daily attendance records and provide records to management and payroll.
  • Communicated with other lead drivers to manage route coverage
  • Demonstrated professional conduct with parents, students, school officials, and other drivers to deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Coordinated with drivers/ monitors and remained flexible in work scheduling to meet route needs needs.
  • Learned and followed school transportation procedures.
  • Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
  • Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
  • Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety.
  • Operated motorized ramps and lifts to assist special needs students.
  • Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
  • Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
  • Reported accidents and completed required reports.
  • Performed routine bus maintenance and cleaning for ideal condition.
  • Adhered to schedules and safety protocols to enhance transportation service.
  • Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
  • Reconfigured routes to accommodate added or removed scheduled stops.
  • Transported only authorized students and discharged at approved stops.
  • Communicated emergencies, delays due to weather and carrier schedule changes to schools and supervisors.
  • Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
  • Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
  • Drive multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools and school activities.
  • Acquired and maintained certification in basic first aid and CPR.
  • Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen germ spread.
  • Maintained order among passengers and explained safety rules and hazards.
  • Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
  • Offered informal tips and encouragement to new, nervous driver trainees to support driving confidence and success.
  • Organized and submitted company forms and regulatory documents.
  • Use Web Compas and Seon programs to help route new students and track busses
  • Help with FTE Repots.
  • Bus evacuations.
  • Various different office task.

School Bus Driver

Lake County Schools
Tavares, FL
11.2005 - 08.2019
  • Reconfigured routes when stops were added or removed from schedule.
  • Maintained timely adherence to schedules and safety protocols.
  • Followed appropriate safety procedures for loading, unloading and transporting students.
  • Adhered to company determined schedules and routes to ensure timely arrivals and departures.
  • Read maps and followed written and verbal geographic directions
  • Performed all duties with personable communication and professionalism including bus operation and passenger interaction.
  • Read and verified all permission slips for students to ride home with friends.
  • Inspected vehicle for cleanliness and safety before each trip.
  • Operated vehicle mounted radios.
  • Provided information to parents and students including route and scheduled pick up and drop off times.
  • Operated navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety and efficiency.
  • Transported passengers on predetermined routes while following local traffic regulations.
  • Obeyed all DOT rules and regulations in addition to local laws and stipulations.
  • Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment were in good working order.
  • Obeyed traffic laws, and follow established traffic and transportation procedures
  • Assisted disabled passengers in boarding and exiting bus.
  • Reported delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to transportation or other vehicles, using mobile two-way radios.
  • Operates transportation Vehicle with heightened awareness of driving conditions and surroundings, in observance of established safety precautions and driving procedures.
  • Instructs students in safety precautions and practices; maintains discipline, reporting unruly students to School administrators.
  • Completes all paperwork including FTE, New Student registration, updated route sheets, and Pre trip forms.
  • Report defects or problems to mechanic.
  • Utilizes current technology to perform job functions and participates in training programs offered to increase technology skill levels and proficiency related to job assignment.
  • Fuel all busses and check fluid levels to insure proper operation.
  • Maintain Fuel daily fuel logs and report weekly usage.
  • Monthly video equipment checks to ensure proper operation of video and audio systems in busses.
  • Maintained monthly video equipment logs
  • Downloaded and burn videos to DVDS and Jump drives for School Administration and Route Mangers.
  • Submit work orders for video equipment that is not working properly.

Letter Carrier

United States Postal Service
Eustis, FL
03.2001 - 08.2005
  • Sorted and delivered mail to residences and business establishments determined by specific route with on-time delivery of mail.
  • Maintained and updated cases and route as needed
  • Reposted any discrepancies to my supervisor
  • Changed locks on CBUS and NDCBUS
  • Operated approved vehicles to deliver mail
  • Collected money for CODs and postage requests from customers
  • Collected out going mail
  • Maintained holds and forwards
  • Maintained all necessary paperwork

Receptionist

Bank of America
Fayetteville, NC
03.1996 - 09.1997
  • Received incoming packages and mail, dispersed parcels and shipped outgoing items for main branch
  • Organized and updated daily/weekly schedules as well as monthly calendar obligations for various levels of management and staff.
  • Followed security procedures
  • Managed and anticipated clerical needs of company employees, including copying, faxing, shredding and file management.
  • Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
  • Provided skilled clerical support to all team members, promoting improved office efficiency and enhancing productivity.
  • Welcomed visitors upon entrance, answered inquires and directed questions or appointments to appropriate personnel.
  • Provided information to callers
  • Directed clients to appropriate personnel to address concerns, resolve complaints or answer account-related questions.
  • Took accurate messages for staff and management to facilitate open and speedy communication.
  • Compiled and produced documents and reports and filed, copied or faxed required papers to appropriate parties.
  • Sorted and distributed business correspondence to correct department or staff member, reducing dropped communications and enabling faster responses to key requests.
  • Met incoming customers with professional approach and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.

Parts Clerk/ Secretary

Jim's Auto Supply
Leesburg, FL
04.1994 - 04.1995
  • Received and stocked incoming merchandise, arranging items in appropriate manner and correct locations.
  • Finalized sales receipts, contracts, logs and other documentation regarding parts sales
  • Answered inquiries, resolved problems and finalized parts sales at counter and by telephone.
  • Kept sales and counter areas organized and clean to give positive first impression to visitors and customers.
  • Reviewed catalogs and computer databases to search and locate correct parts for customer vehicles according to make, model and year.
  • Implemented process and procedural updates to uphold high standards of service and quality, as well as meet challenging sales objectives.
  • Coordinated and routed daily parts deliveries and pick ups.
  • Evaluated operational records and made scheduling adjustments to maximize efficiency.
  • Weekly payroll as needed when owner was unavailable
  • Accounts receivable and payable
  • Maintained operated cash register
  • Assist customers

88M Transportation

Us Army
Mannheim, Germany
10.1991 - 05.1994
  • Upheld The constitution of The United States of America
  • Operated all wheeled vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways
  • Over see and check for proper loading and unloading of cargo, vehicles, and trailers.
  • Employ convoy defense techniques.
  • Identify, correct, or report vehicles deficiencies
  • Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times.
  • Suggested equipment to use based upon mission requirements.
  • Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Actively engaged in safety drills by leading others.
  • Prepare vehicles for movement/shipment by air rail or vessel.
  • Follow orders given by supervisor.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork and log book
  • Perform pre and post trips.
  • Supervisory of women dormitory
  • Proficient in multiple weapons handling

Education

Certificate - Health Coach

Institute of Intergraded Nutrition
New York, NY
2018

High School Diploma -

Land O Lakes High School
Land O' Lakes, FL
1991

Skills

  • Conflict and dispute resolution
  • Microsoft Office/ Google Apps
  • Web Compass and FTE processing
  • Report Generation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Safety Procedures
  • Team Collaboration

Timeline

Route Manager

Lake County Schools
07.2022 - Current

Lead Driver Liason

Lake County School Board
08.2019 - 07.2022

School Bus Driver

Lake County Schools
11.2005 - 08.2019

Letter Carrier

United States Postal Service
03.2001 - 08.2005

Receptionist

Bank of America
03.1996 - 09.1997

Parts Clerk/ Secretary

Jim's Auto Supply
04.1994 - 04.1995

88M Transportation

Us Army
10.1991 - 05.1994

Certificate - Health Coach

Institute of Intergraded Nutrition

High School Diploma -

Land O Lakes High School
Joann Havens