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
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