Kemya Williams
CHESTERFIELD,VA
Summary
Dedicated Bus Driver Training Instructor at Richmond Public Schools, recognized for exceptional passenger management and defensive driving skills. Successfully mentored new hires, enhancing safety protocols and on-time performance. Demonstrated patience and empathy while ensuring a secure environment for all passengers, consistently maintaining a stellar safety record through thorough vehicle inspections and adherence to regulations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver Training Instructor
Richmond Public Schools
- 111Maintained a clean and safe bus environment for the comfort of all passengers.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring their safe boarding, travel, and disembarking from the bus.
- Helped passengers stow and retrieve luggage, bags, wheelchairs and other items.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws and safety guidelines while operating the bus on assigned routes.
- Mentored new hires by sharing best practices for effective communication with passengers and navigating complex routes safely.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry best practices and regulatory updates.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively by following established protocols for passenger safety and incident reporting.
- Maintained full understanding of local roads and traffic patterns.
- Consistently met or exceeded on-time performance goals, contributing to overall system efficiency.
- Contacted dispatchers and company mechanics to report vehicle issues and other problems.
- Performed regular bus inspections and checked brakes, steering and windshield wipers.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
Bus Operator
Richmond Public Schools
01.2000 - Current
- 111Maintained a clean and safe bus environment for the comfort of all passengers.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring their safe boarding, travel, and disembarking from the bus.
- Helped passengers stow and retrieve luggage, bags, wheelchairs and other items.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws and safety guidelines while operating the bus on assigned routes.
- Mentored new hires by sharing best practices for effective communication with passengers and navigating complex routes safely.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry best practices and regulatory updates.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively by following established protocols for passenger safety and incident reporting.
- Maintained full understanding of local roads and traffic patterns.
- Consistently met or exceeded on-time performance goals, contributing to overall system efficiency.
- Contacted dispatchers and company mechanics to report vehicle issues and other problems.
- Performed regular bus inspections and checked brakes, steering and windshield wipers.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
Education
Diploma -
John F Kennedy High
Richmond, VA08.1991
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Passenger management
- Defensive driving
- Maintenance
Timeline
Bus Operator
Richmond Public Schools
01.2000 - Current
Bus Driver Training Instructor
Richmond Public Schools
Diploma -
John F Kennedy High
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