Oscar J Waters Jr
Cleveland
Summary
Observant bus driver with several years of experience promoting safety in transportation-related roles. Documents route and navigation information to maintain complete and accurate records. Dedicated to obeying traffic laws.
Skilled bus driver with experience in both transit and intercity routes. Known for maintaining safety standards, punctuality, and efficient route management. Possess strong communication skills, ability to handle diverse passenger needs, and adept at navigation and time management. Contributed to increased rider satisfaction through proactive service and adherence to schedules.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1982
1982
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tractor Trailer Truck & Motor Coach Bus Driver
Swift Transportatio & Barons Bus lines
Cleveland
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted pre-trip inspection of the coach bus, including checking oil, fuel, water, brakes, tires and lights.
- Provided safe and efficient transportation to passengers on long-distance trips.
- Ensured that all passengers had valid tickets before boarding the bus.
- Reported any mechanical issues encountered while driving back to base after each shift.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kokosing Construction Company
Vandalia
02.1999 - 11.2010
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
Education
1994 - Heavy Equipment
Ohio Operating Engineers Aprentiship
07.1989 - 03.1993
Associate of Science - Biological And Physical Sciences
Kent State University
Kent, OH 09.1976 - 12.1978
Glenville HS
Cleveland, OHSkills
- Pre-trip inspection
- Passenger safety
- Route planning
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Vehicle maintenance
- Customer service
- Safety compliance
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Heavy equipment operation
- Conflict resolution
- Ticket validation
- Emergency response
- Baggage management
- Weather adaptation
- Tour guiding
- Punctuality
- Bus cleaning
- Trip preparation
- Traffic laws compliance
- Disability awareness
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Defensive driving
- Passenger assistance
- Conflict de-escalation
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Map proficiency
- Clean driving record
- Inclement weather driving
- DOT regulations
- Passenger interaction
- Basic mechanical knowledge
- Elderly and disabled assistance
- Logbook management
- Air brake certification
- Transporting students
- CDL Class A
Timeline
Tractor Trailer Truck & Motor Coach Bus Driver
Swift Transportatio & Barons Bus lines
02.2022 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kokosing Construction Company
02.1999 - 11.2010
1994 - Heavy Equipment
Ohio Operating Engineers Aprentiship
07.1989 - 03.1993
Associate of Science - Biological And Physical Sciences
Kent State University
09.1976 - 12.1978
Glenville HS