Julio Pimentel
North Bergen
Summary
Dedicated shuttle driver with proven expertise in safety compliance, route optimization, and customer communication. Committed to maintaining operational readiness and ensuring the safety of passengers during transport.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Shuttle Driver
Montclair State University NJ
Montclair
10.2024 - Current
- Transported students and staff across campus safely and efficiently.
- Assisted passengers with mobility challenges during boarding and disembarking.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate shuttle schedules.
- Monitored traffic conditions to optimize travel routes during peak hours.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure safety compliance standards.
- Collaborated with other drivers to manage shuttle service coverage effectively.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspections of the vehicle, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
Englewood
04.2021 - Current
- Safely operated school buses, ensuring timely arrivals and departures.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections for vehicle safety compliance.
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Monitored student behavior, maintaining a safe and respectful environment.
- Assisted students with boarding and disembarking to ensure safety.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding transportation schedules and concerns.
- Navigated routes using GPS systems to optimize travel efficiency. using GPS systems for optimal efficiency.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
Truck Driver
Cubic
Ridgefield
06.2018 - 02.2020
- Operated various truck types for timely deliveries across designated routes.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Managed loading and unloading of freight to maintain cargo integrity during transport.
- Communicated with dispatch to report delays and obtain route updates efficiently.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery schedules daily.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and company policies while driving on public roads.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to streamline loading processes at distribution centers.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures effectively.
Forklift Operator
Phoenix Flavors & Fragrances
Norwood
08.2008 - 01.2017
- Operated forklifts to move materials within production and warehouse areas.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments while following safety protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections on forklifts to ensure safety compliance.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe forklift operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline material handling processes.
- Maintained accurate inventory records during material transfers.
- Implemented best practices for efficient warehouse organization and flow.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding operational needs and challenges.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
Truck Driver
Action Environmental
Newark
03.2003 - 06.2008
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Drove garbage trucks on specified routes, collected and loaded solid waste and recyclables and transported to appropriate disposal or recycling sites.
- Operated garbage truck for efficient waste collection from residential and commercial areas.
- Collected garbage from designated locations and remounted truck for next collection point.
- Followed designated routes to ensure timely waste disposal and recycling.
- Communicated with team members regarding route changes or service issues.
- Reported hazardous conditions along route to ensure safety and compliance for team and community.
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Safe driving
- Transportation logistics
- Route planning
- Route optimization
- GPS navigation
- Traffic observation
- Pickup and drop-off scheduling
- Schedule coordination
- Time management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Team collaboration
- Customer communication
- Punctuality
- Route navigation
- Route navigation
Timeline
Shuttle Driver
Montclair State University NJ
10.2024 - Current
Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
04.2021 - Current
Truck Driver
Cubic
06.2018 - 02.2020
Forklift Operator
Phoenix Flavors & Fragrances
08.2008 - 01.2017
Truck Driver
Action Environmental
03.2003 - 06.2008