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Margarita Rodriguez

Rosamond,CA

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

Antelope Valley School Transportation Agency
03.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
  • Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions.
  • Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
  • Supported special needs students by accommodating individual requirements and ensuring their comfort throughout the journey.
  • Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
  • Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
  • Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
  • Kept parents informed of schedule changes or other relevant updates through clear communication channels.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness for the school bus interior by performing regular cleaning tasks after each trip.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
  • Streamlined boarding procedures, implementing an organized system that ensured timely departures from each stop along the route.
  • Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
  • Coordinated closely with colleagues during field trips or special events to provide seamless transportation services for all participants involved.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
  • Increased overall student satisfaction by attending to individual needs and addressing any concerns expressed during transportation experiences.
  • Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Obeyed federal, CA and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.

Substitute Dispatcher

Antelope Valley Schools Transportation Agency
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Streamlined dispatch operations by implementing efficient scheduling and route planning strategies.
  • Enhanced on-time delivery rates with precise coordination of driver assignments and schedules.
  • Reduced fuel costs by optimizing routes and monitoring vehicle performance for maintenance needs.
  • Managed daily trucking operations, ensuring safety compliance and adherence to regulations.
  • Collaborated with drivers to address any issues or concerns, fostering positive working relationships.
  • Maintained accurate records of dispatch activities, contributing to data-driven decision-making processes.
  • Developed contingency plans for unexpected delays or disruptions, minimizing negative impacts on delivery schedules.
  • Monitored weather conditions and traffic patterns, making necessary adjustments to ensure driver safety and on-time deliveries.
  • Supervised a team of dispatchers, promoting teamwork while delegating tasks effectively based on individual strengths and workload capacity.
  • Oversaw and enforced compliance with all safety regulations and DOT regulations.

Private Coach Operator

Fernando Tours
06.2018 - 12.2019


  • Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
  • Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
  • Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
  • Keep bus interiors clean for passengers.


Heavy School Bus Driver

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.1992 - 02.2011


  • Assist passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off bus, ensure they are seated properly, help carry baggage and answer questions about bus schedules or routes.
  • Handle passenger emergencies or disruptions.
  • Maintain cleanliness of bus or motor coach.
  • Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.

Dispatcher Assistant / Cover Driver

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.2002 - 07.2006


  • Schedule or dispatch drivers, buses, or service vehicles to appropriate locations, according to customer requests, specifications, or needs, using radios or telephones.
  • Relay work orders, messages, or information to or from drivers, supervisors, or field supervisors, using telephones or two-way radios.
  • Record and maintain files or records of requests, work or services performed, charges, expenses, inventory, or other dispatch information.
  • Prepare daily drive run down and run schedules and routes.
  • Advise personnel about traffic problems, such as construction areas, accidents, congestion, weather conditions, or other hazards.
  • Determine types or amounts of equipments, vehicles, materials, or personnel required, according to work needs or specifications.

School Bus Operator/ Delegated BTWT

Ryder Transportation
07.1989 - 08.1992


  • Conduct orientation sessions and arrange on-the-job training for hires.
  • Develop testing and evaluation procedures.
  • Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
  • Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.

Education

A.S (May 1989) - Sports Medicine

Mount San Antonio College
Walnut, CA

Relevant Coursework - Office Management & Supervision Specialist

Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA
03.2005

Skills

  • Route Coordination
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Vehicle Inspections
  • Passenger Assistance
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Customer service
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Spanish Speaker
  • Active listening
  • Class BPS license
  • License School Bus Certicate

Timeline

Substitute Dispatcher

Antelope Valley Schools Transportation Agency
03.2022 - 07.2022

School Bus Driver

Antelope Valley School Transportation Agency
03.2021 - Current

Private Coach Operator

Fernando Tours
06.2018 - 12.2019

Dispatcher Assistant / Cover Driver

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.2002 - 07.2006

Heavy School Bus Driver

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.1992 - 02.2011

School Bus Operator/ Delegated BTWT

Ryder Transportation
07.1989 - 08.1992

A.S (May 1989) - Sports Medicine

Mount San Antonio College

Relevant Coursework - Office Management & Supervision Specialist

Rio Hondo College

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