John Taylor III
Bus/ Van Driver
Richmond,VA
Summary
Committed transportation professional adept in providing updated and accurate route information to assist passengers. Strong commitment to safety demonstrated through an exceptional driving record and 25 years of experience in Bus Driver roles. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
InnovAge
Richmond, VA
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Helped elderly passengers or those with limited mobility enter and exit bus.
Medical Transport Driver
Capitol Area Health Network
Richmond, Virginia
03.2016 - 07.2019
- Maintained professional image and attitude to positively represent transport company and help build reputation for excellent customer service.
- Successfully operated GPS devices, radios, and cellular devices to optimize route and maintain dispatch communications.
- Assisted handicapped customers to safely complete transfers between van and facility.
- Effectively communicated with dispatch to schedule transport progression and receive new orders.
- Safely secured clientele in wheelchairs and on gurneys within van for successful, safe transportation.
- Achieved daily preparation for vehicle inspections prior to travel.
- Transported patients to assigned medical facilities, enabling secure delivery to appropriate departments.
- Earned and maintained necessary certifications.
Non-Emergency Medical Driver
Greater Richmond Transportation Company
Richmond, VA
03.2013 - 03.2018
- Successfully operated GPS devices, radios, and cellular devices to optimize route and maintain dispatch communications.
- Maintained professional image and attitude to positively represent transport company and help build reputation for excellent customer service.
- Assisted handicapped customers to safely complete transfers between van and facility.
- Effectively communicated with dispatch to schedule transport progression and receive new orders.
- Safely secured clientele in wheelchairs and on gurneys within van for successful, safe transportation.
- Transported patients to assigned medical facilities, enabling secure delivery to appropriate departments.
- Earned and maintained necessary certifications.
Wheelchair Van Driver
Executives Medical Transportation
New York , NY
01.1985 - 06.1990
- Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers.
- Assisted elderly and disabled passengers entering and exiting shuttle.
- Observed city, street and highway driving regulations and took necessary driving precautions when transporting customers.
- Adhered to tight schedule and met departure and arrival deadlines.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to stay on top of pickups and dropoffs and adapted quickly to changing assignments.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - English/ Business
University of Maryland
Europe01.1982
High School Diploma -
Boys High School
Brooklyn, NY1975
Skills
- Vehicle Inspection
- Customer Service
- Navigational Systems and GPS
- Drivers Daily Log (DLL)
- Securing Wheelchairs
- Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections
- Traffic Law Observation
- Valid Driver's License
- Time Management
- Route Determination
- Safe Driving Techniques
- Passenger Assistance
Timeline
Driver
InnovAge
09.2019 - 08.2022
Medical Transport Driver
Capitol Area Health Network
03.2016 - 07.2019
Non-Emergency Medical Driver
Greater Richmond Transportation Company
03.2013 - 03.2018
Wheelchair Van Driver
Executives Medical Transportation
01.1985 - 06.1990
Associate of Applied Science - English/ Business
University of Maryland
High School Diploma -
Boys High School
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