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Otis Moore

Ladson,SC

Summary

Dedicated school bus driver with extensive experience at First Student Transportation, recognized for enhancing student safety and satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving. Proficient in vehicle inspection and emergency response, consistently ensuring timely arrivals and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Committed to fostering a positive environment for students and parents alike.

Safety-conscious School Bus Driver with 30 years in school bus transportation work and high regard for student safety. Transported large school district's students on daily routes and field trips and earned high safety ratings every year. Excellent driving and communications skills leading to outstanding results.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

First Student Transportation
06.2020 - Current
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
  • Supported special needs students by accommodating individual requirements and ensuring their comfort throughout the journey.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
  • Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
  • Increased overall student satisfaction by attending to individual needs and addressing any concerns expressed during transportation experiences.

School Bus Driver

Durham School Bus Services
03.2007 - 06.2020
  • Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
  • Kept parents informed of schedule changes or other relevant updates through clear communication channels.

Shuttle Driver

Charleston Airforce Base
01.2014 - 08.2015
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Greeted customers with friendliness and professionalism, engaging in conversation to build rapport.
  • Accepted and processed fares.
  • Provided information about routes, destinations and timelines to inform passengers.
  • Ensured timely and safe transport of passengers to their destinations, contributing to consistent record of punctuality and reliability.
  • Followed company policies and procedures and maintained compliance with standards.

School Bus Driver

Charleston County School District
08.1995 - 03.2005
  • Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
  • Streamlined boarding procedures, implementing an organized system that ensured timely departures from each stop along the route.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
05-1977

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Safety compliance
  • Route navigation
  • Emergency response
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service
  • Communication skills

Timeline

School Bus Driver

First Student Transportation
06.2020 - Current

Shuttle Driver

Charleston Airforce Base
01.2014 - 08.2015

School Bus Driver

Durham School Bus Services
03.2007 - 06.2020

School Bus Driver

Charleston County School District
08.1995 - 03.2005

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Trident Technical College
Otis Moore