Mary Koskosky
Wheeling,IL
Summary
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning Transportation field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. With over 28 years experience, class A CDL. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Safeway
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
CDL Driver/ BTW Trainer/Transportation Dispatcher
MV Transit
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Implemented diverse instructional methods, optimizing trainee engagement.
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Pool Attendant
RHP Properties
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns and prevent ongoing violations.
- Monitored access to entry and exit points to avoid congregating.
- Conducted patrols to identify and help those in need of immediate care and assistance.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
- Checked side duty list for opening and closing procedures.
School Bus Driver
Septran Transit
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
Safety Compliance Officer/Driver Coordinator
West Way Transit Villa Park, IL
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Responded to emergency calls relayed from dispatcher or supervisors and communicated situation details to other officers.
- Completed patrols in assigned areas to identify and deter criminal activities.
- Collected, preserved and analyzed evidence found at crime scenes.
- Prepared warrants and searched buildings for criminal activity and illegal substances.
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
- Wrote detailed narrative reports for use in investigations.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Met transportation service targets and delivered loads on time.
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
School Bus Driver
GrandPrairie
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
School Bus Driver
CCSD 15 Palatine
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
School Bus Driver
First Student
08.1997 - 09.2016
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
Manager/Stylist/Trainer Coordinator
Maxims Styling Salon
05.1984 - 05.1994
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Education
CDL A W/Endorsements - CDL A W/Endorsements
Star Truck Driving School
Bensenville, IL 05.2001 -
School Bus Class B CDL - School Bus Class B CDL
National School Bus, School Bus Class B CDL
Prairie View, IL 05.2001 -
Licensed in Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Vogue Beauty School
Chicago, IL 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Theodore Roosevelt High School
Chicago, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
Vehicle Inspections
Passenger Safety Management
Route Coordination
GPS and Route Planning
Commercial Driving
Background Checks
Effective Communication Skills
Dependable and Reliable
Route Planning
Emergency Procedures
Safe Driver Training
Route Navigation
DOT Regulations
Special Needs Assistance
Customer-Oriented
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Safeway
10.2022 - 03.2023
CDL Driver/ BTW Trainer/Transportation Dispatcher
MV Transit
01.2020 - 01.2022
Pool Attendant
RHP Properties
06.2019 - 09.2019
School Bus Driver
Septran Transit
03.2019 - 09.2019
Safety Compliance Officer/Driver Coordinator
West Way Transit Villa Park, IL
08.2018 - 02.2019
School Bus Driver
GrandPrairie
08.2017 - 08.2018
School Bus Driver
CCSD 15 Palatine
03.2017 - 06.2017
CDL A W/Endorsements - CDL A W/Endorsements
Star Truck Driving School
05.2001 -
School Bus Class B CDL - School Bus Class B CDL
National School Bus, School Bus Class B CDL
05.2001 -
Licensed in Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Vogue Beauty School
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Theodore Roosevelt High School
05.2001 -
School Bus Driver
First Student
08.1997 - 09.2016
Manager/Stylist/Trainer Coordinator
Maxims Styling Salon
05.1984 - 05.1994