Jonathan Rice
Hawesville,KY
Summary
Proven professional with extensive experience in transportation and operations, notably with Hancock County Schools. Expert in safety protocols and efficient route management, ensuring timely and secure passenger transport. Demonstrated ability to lead and train teams, enhancing skill sets in driving and safety compliance. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and committed to excellence, with a strong focus on achieving operational success and customer satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bus Driver/Driver Trainer
Hancock County Schools
01.2022 - Current
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- As a Driver, trained newley employed drivers how to drive the bus, do a proper pre-trip inspection, how to properly make to point turn arounds, and taught them the laws and regulations to follow as a driver.
Owner/Operator
Hillbillies Sanitation
05.2021 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
Highway Technician 1
Kentucky State Road Department
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts by properly disposing of waste materials from job sites according to established guidelines.
- controled traffic flow as a highway flagger to ensure the operators where safe.
- Maintained smooth traffic flow with timely snow removal and ice control procedures.
- Reduced accident rates through diligent installation of appropriate signage and barriers in construction zones.
Farm Hand
Rice Farms
05.2008 - 02.2020
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
Correctional Officer
Branchville Correctional Facility
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hancock County High School
Lewisport, KY05.2008
Skills
- Clean Driving Record
- Safety-focused
- Weather condition driving
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Class A CDL
- Traffic Control Management
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Tractor Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Machinery Operation
- Farm equipment operation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 19 staff members.
- certified driver trainer
- Class A CDL
Certification
- [Certified Driver Trainer] [Kentucky Department of Education] [06/2023]
- OSHA Certified Kentucky State Road Department
- CPR/AED Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Bus Driver/Driver Trainer
Hancock County Schools
01.2022 - Current
Owner/Operator
Hillbillies Sanitation
05.2021 - Current
Highway Technician 1
Kentucky State Road Department
06.2020 - 02.2021
Correctional Officer
Branchville Correctional Facility
02.2016 - 03.2017
Farm Hand
Rice Farms
05.2008 - 02.2020
- [Certified Driver Trainer] [Kentucky Department of Education] [06/2023]
- OSHA Certified Kentucky State Road Department
- CPR/AED Certification
- Class A CDL
High School Diploma -
Hancock County High School
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