Michael Bender
Louisville,KY
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bus Operator
Chicago transit authority
Chicago, IL
03.2013 - 06.2025
- Provide excellent customer service and Record daily activity.
- Inspect vehicle daily before and after every trip.
- Troubleshoot technical issues
- Operated buses safely throughout assigned routes in Chicago's transit system.
- Ensured compliance with traffic laws and safety regulations during operations.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and alighting to enhance customer experience.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding service changes and delays.
- Managed passenger inquiries and provided information about routes and schedules.
- Collaborated with team members to improve operational efficiency on routes.
- Reported any mechanical issues or passenger disturbances to supervisors immediately.
Over the Road Truck Driver
C R England trucking
Indiana, IL
06.2011 - 01.2013
- Delivered freight safely across various states and regions.
- Communicated with dispatch to ensure timely deliveries.
- Adhered to all federal and state transportation regulations consistently.
- Handled customer interactions professionally during deliveries.
- Maintained truck logbook, including records of fuel purchases, mileage, and other relevant information.
- Participated in regular safety meetings conducted by employer or regulatory agencies.
- Stayed up-to-date with changes in DOT regulations concerning hours of service compliance.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Sales Associate
Walmart
Chicago, IL
05.2007 - 08.2010
- Maintained organized merchandise displays on the sales floor.
- Processed transactions accurately at the cash register.
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
Repair Technician
4 Aces tire shop
Chicago, IL
04.2004 - 09.2006
- Performed repairs on various tire types and sizes efficiently.
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding tire maintenance and services.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes.
- Ensured work area remained clean and organized for safety compliance.
- Replaced defective components with compatible replacements sourced from suppliers.
- Worked with the senior technician to inspect and validate repair parts.
Education
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A
C R England Trucking
Indiana 08-2012
Skills
- Facilities Maintenance
- Microsoft Word
- Automotive Repair
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Incident reporting
- Conflict resolution
- Clean driving record
- Basic repair procedures
- Troubleshooting skills
- Valid [state] license
- Defensive driving
- Traffic laws compliance
- Weather conditions adaptation
- Attention to detail
- Patience under pressure
- Air brake certification
- Bus maintenance
- CDL class A license
- DOT regulations
- Emergency procedures
Certification
Class A CDL, 06/2012 IL, P (Passenger vehicles), A ( Air Breaks)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bus Operator
Chicago transit authority
03.2013 - 06.2025
Over the Road Truck Driver
C R England trucking
06.2011 - 01.2013
Sales Associate
Walmart
05.2007 - 08.2010
Repair Technician
4 Aces tire shop
04.2004 - 09.2006
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A
C R England Trucking