Larry Adams
Caddo Mills
Summary
Seasoned Professional driver with proven track record in safely transporting passengers. Strong focus on punctuality, route planning, and ensuring passenger comfort. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and communication skills. Reliable and adept at responding to changing schedules and traffic conditions.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver - Volunteer
Greenville Christian School
01.2021 - 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.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
Volunteer Bus Driver
Firewheel Christian Academy
12.2017 - 12.2020
- 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.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
Driver and Transport Manager
Ross & Greenville Automotive
10.2004 - 11.2012
- Met transportation service targets and delivered loads on time.
- Promoted transportation productivity agenda by focusing on asset optimization and improving fuel economy, payload cost-efficiency, route optimization and wait times.
- Assumed ownership of transport-related cost and productivity targets.
- Assessed current freight rates within the market consistently which enabled the company to make informed decisions regarding pricing strategies hence increasing profitability.
- Managed driver schedules to optimize hours of service regulations compliance while maximizing productivity levels.
- Improved route efficiency by analyzing GPS data and implementing new scheduling strategies.
- Conducted regular audits of vehicle maintenance records, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and preventing costly fines.
- Coordinated cross-functional team efforts in addressing complex logistical challenges during peak periods or emergencies, maintaining seamless operations under pressure.
Sanitation Driver
City of Dallas
12.2002 - 03.2004
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and troubleshot issues.
- Enhanced route efficiency by optimizing collection schedules and daily routes.
- Followed routes closely and maintained tight schedules.
- Reduced landfill waste by promoting recycling initiatives within the community.
- Increased customer retention through consistent adherence to pickup schedules and prompt issue resolution when necessary.
- Used radio and cellular devices to communicate with dispatch.
- Maintained equipment safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and reporting any issues promptly.
Delivery Driver
Ben E Keith Foods
09.2000 - 01.2002
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
Heavy Equipment Transport/Operation.
Carl J Cahill
11.1996 - 09.1999
- Reduced overall expenses by effectively utilizing equipment and optimizing routes, ensuring the most cost-effective transportation solutions for clients.
- Streamlined transportation logistics by efficiently loading and unloading heavy machinery onto transport vehicles for relocation purposes.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability mastering diverse types of heavy machinery, reducing the need for additional equipment operators in projects.
- Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
- Increased operational efficiency by assisting with the transportation of materials and equipment to and from the drill site as needed.
- Used inspection, troubleshooting, and repair abilities to quickly clear mechanical issues with heavy equipment.
- Assisted in the coordination of event logistics, including transportation, accommodations, catering services, and equipment rentals.
- Operated dozer and heavy equipment on slopes, hillsides and roadsides.
- Oversaw logistics operations, including procurement, transportation, storage, and distribution of equipment and supplies.
- Efficiently transported tools and equipment to job sites while adhering to safety guidelines for loading/unloading processes.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Remington College
Dallas, TX11-2004
Skills
- Clean driving record
- Safety-focused
- Weather condition driving
- Pre-trip inspections
- Defensive driving
- Safety practices
- DOT regulations
- Scheduling adherence
- Passenger safety
- Transporting students
- Inclement weather driving
- Route planning
- Map reading
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspections
- CDL class A license
- Impeccable safety history
Timeline
Bus Driver - Volunteer
Greenville Christian School
01.2021 - Current
Volunteer Bus Driver
Firewheel Christian Academy
12.2017 - 12.2020
Driver and Transport Manager
Ross & Greenville Automotive
10.2004 - 11.2012
Sanitation Driver
City of Dallas
12.2002 - 03.2004
Delivery Driver
Ben E Keith Foods
09.2000 - 01.2002
Heavy Equipment Transport/Operation.
Carl J Cahill
11.1996 - 09.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Remington College
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