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Kenneth Cooke

Dispatcher
Kempner,TX

Summary

Dynamic transportation professional with extensive experience at KISD, excelling in logistics coordination and route planning. Proven ability to resolve conflicts and enhance operational efficiency, ensuring timely student transportation. Skilled in utilizing technology for real-time updates and maintaining compliance with transportation regulations, fostering a safe and respectful environment. Five years as a substitute driver has provided me with the broad experience and flexibility to learn the many routes and the correct procedure for each. While being a dispatcher gives me the insight behind the scenes to better understand how the routes are put together, as well as organizing and implementing them.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Dispatcher

KISD
08.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated transportation schedules to ensure timely student arrivals and departures.
  • Monitored vehicle locations using GPS tracking systems for real-time updates through Transfinder, and Samsara
  • Assisted in resolving transportation-related issues with parents and school staff.
  • Collaborated with drivers to optimize routes and reduce delays.
  • Documented incident reports and maintained accurate records of daily operations.

Substitute School Bus Driver

KISD
08.2018 - 08.2024
  • Ensured student safety during transportation by adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Operated school bus efficiently, navigating various routes while maintaining schedule integrity.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and functionality before operation.
  • Enhanced route efficiency by adjusting routes according to traffic patterns and construction zones.

School Bus Driver

KISD
02.2017 - 08.2018
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Monitored student behavior on buses, ensuring a respectful environment conducive to safety and comfort.
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.

Education

Lampasas High School
Lampasas, TX

Skills

  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Employee management
  • Strong decision-making
  • Route planning
  • Transportation regulations
  • Logistics coordination proficiency
  • Works well under pressure
  • Proficient in technology

Timeline

Transportation Dispatcher

KISD
08.2024 - Current

Substitute School Bus Driver

KISD
08.2018 - 08.2024

School Bus Driver

KISD
02.2017 - 08.2018

Lampasas High School
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