Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Patrick Canada

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Summary

With a proven track record at Blount County Board Of Education, I excel in ensuring passenger safety and maintaining punctuality, underpinned by a clean driving record and adept problem-solving skills. My experience spans driving, business management, and mechanical repair, highlighting my ability to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Bus Driver

Blount County Board Of Education
11.2021 - Current
  • Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
  • Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.

Owner Operator

Fayth Lawn and Landscape
05.2018 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Mechanical Technician

West Blount Lawn and Tractor
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
  • Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
  • Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
  • Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.

Education

GED -

Locust Fork High School
Locust Fork, AL

Volunteer Firefighting

Alabama Fire College

Associate of Arts -

Faith Bible Institute
Monroe, LA
12-2025

Skills

  • Clean driving record
  • Safety-focused
  • Pre-trip inspections
  • Weather condition driving
  • Safety practices
  • Defensive driving
  • Scheduling adherence
  • Problem-solving
  • DOT regulations

Timeline

Mechanical Technician

West Blount Lawn and Tractor
01.2023 - 03.2024

Bus Driver

Blount County Board Of Education
11.2021 - Current

Owner Operator

Fayth Lawn and Landscape
05.2018 - Current

GED -

Locust Fork High School

Volunteer Firefighting

Alabama Fire College

Associate of Arts -

Faith Bible Institute
Patrick Canada