Michelle Brady
Saint Louis ,MO
Summary
Dynamic and dependable Transit Bus Operator with a proven track record at Metro Transportation, excelling in safe driving and customer relations. Expert in route navigation and adaptive decision-making, ensuring timely and efficient service while enhancing passenger satisfaction. Committed to maintaining a clean driving record and fostering strong relationships with passengers.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Transit Bus Operator
Metro Transportation
Saint Louis MO
02.2010 - 02.2012
- Operated transit buses safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured timely arrivals and departures at all scheduled stops.
- Assisted passengers with boarding, disembarking, and fare collection.
- Monitored vehicle conditions, reporting maintenance needs promptly.
- Applied safety protocols to manage passenger behavior and emergencies.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
- Maintained accurate records of daily trips and incidents as required.
- Demonstrated adaptability to changing schedules and traffic conditions.
- Maintained a clean and functional vehicle, conducting thorough checks before each shift to ensure operational readiness.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
- Assisted passengers with special needs, ensuring a comfortable and accessible transit experience for all riders.
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
Transportation
First Student Transportation
St. Louis MO
02.2007 - 02.2010
- Managed transportation schedules to minimize delays in shipments arriving at the warehouse.
- Managed client schedules, coordinating appointments and organizing transportation as necessary.
- Organized team travel arrangements, ensuring timely transportation to games and tournaments.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
Transportation
Laidlaw Transit
St Louis, MO
02.1996 - 02.2007
- Enhanced compliance with transportation regulations through meticulous record-keeping and audits.
- Loaded trucks and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive rail transportation solutions.
- Streamlined communication between commuters and transportation providers, ensuring smooth operations.
- Managed scheduling, transportation, lodging arrangements for out-of-town competitions.
- Ensured compliance with hazardous materials regulations during transportation of oil products.
- Managed transportation logistics, reducing overall costs and delivery times.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring accessible transportation and a welcoming environment.
- Enhanced timely deliveries by optimizing transportation routes and schedules.
- Assisted guests with transportation arrangements, ensuring timely arrival at their destinations.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure smooth operations in the transportation department.
Transportation Bus Driver
Ryder Transportation
St Louis, MO
02.1991 - 02.1996
- Operated buses safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with standards.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and alighting, providing excellent customer service.
- Maintained accurate logs of routes, mileage, and fuel consumption daily.
Education
No Degree -
Sanford Brown
St Louis, MOHigh School Diploma -
Normandy Senior High
St Louis, MO05.1988
Skills
- Safe driving
- Accident reporting
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Route navigation
- Wheelchair securement
- Schedule adherence
- Adaptive decision making
- Passenger assistance
- Traffic laws compliance
- Emergency procedures
- Inclement weather driving
- Clean driving record
- Behavior management
- Punctuality
- Customer relations skills
- GPS navigation
- Guest relations
- Valid state license
- GPS applications
Timeline
Transit Bus Operator
Metro Transportation
02.2010 - 02.2012
Transportation
First Student Transportation
02.2007 - 02.2010
Transportation
Laidlaw Transit
02.1996 - 02.2007
Transportation Bus Driver
Ryder Transportation
02.1991 - 02.1996
No Degree -
Sanford Brown
High School Diploma -
Normandy Senior High