Kimberly Francis

Perform commercial refuse collection and transport duties and activities utilizing roll-offs, rear loaders or transfer trucks utilizing a Power Take Off (PTO) and ancillary devices

Maintain assigned collection equipment

Perform a variety of other assigned duties in support of the Solid Waste Department.

• Utilized proper protective gear while handling materials.
• Reported any mechanical problems to supervisor immediately.
• Collected refuse and recyclable materials from residential and commercial buildings.
• Unloaded refuse and recyclable materials from the collection truck onto the appropriate containers.
• Inspected collection truck for mechanical problems before use and reported mechanical problems to supervisor.
• Operated lift gate and other devices properly to safely unload materials.
• Resolved customer grievances regarding trash pickup, escalating major issues to supervisor.
• Educated public on importance of recycling and waste reduction, collection procedures and legal dumping.
• Observed other vehicles and pedestrians around collection truck to keep safe distance.
• Performed routine maintenance on collection truck and other equipment.
• Drove carefully through residential neighborhoods, watching out for parked vehicles and people.
• Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
• Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
• Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
• Inspected load security and checked for damages.
• Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.

• Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
• Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
• Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
• Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
• Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
• Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
• Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
• Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
• Retained bus system, route and stop knowledge for informative customer advice.
• Picked up and dropped off passengers at regularly scheduled locations by following strict time schedules.
• Complied with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in safe and courteous manner.
• Developed and maintained positive relationships with passengers and other drivers.
• Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on safety regulations and driving techniques.
• Aided passengers with disabilities or special needs.
• Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
• Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural conditions.
• Diffused potential passenger disputes with fairness and professionalism.

• Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
• Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
• Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.

-Drive Students on routes that have been previously set up,

-Ensure students are safe on the road and following all of the rules of the road,

-Fill out student drive logs for each drive,

-Set up my schedule and also schedule students to drive,

-Instruct classroom based on a curriculum,

-Make sure students know the rules of the road before they leave class,

-File students as required and keep their files up to date

-Make the instructors schedules

-Make sure the instructors are on their correct schedules

-File paperwork for students and keep track of their progress

-Student recruiter

-Classroom teacher

-Work the students in the field ( Backing, Pretrips, Driving)

-Keep the owner informed of everything happening at the office

-Keep track of the business accounts and make sure bills were covered for the business and everything was balanced out for the owner.

• Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
• Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
• Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
• Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
• Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
• Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
• Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.