Payton Newell
Bonners Ferry,ID
Summary
Experienced transportation professional, focused on continued improvement, with a passion for creating experiences through recreation and leisure activities
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver/Tour Guide
Cape Fox Tours
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Operated a variety of buses and gave informational tours as a driver/ guide.
- Participated in Tour training and ride alongs for new drivers
Motor Coach Operator
Teton Stage Lines
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural areas including downtown Salt Lake City, UT and Jackson, WY traveling into Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks in winter conditions.
Operations Manager
Alaska Coach Tours
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Participated in recruiting and oversaw training of new drivers, dock staff, and dispatchers in the office.
Driver/Guide
Alaska Coach Tours
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Operated a variety of buses and gave informational tours as a driver/ guide.
- Gained valuable experience driving in Ketchikan, Sitka, and Seattle.
Field Research Assistant
Hubbard Ag Science
05.2016 - 07.2021
- Learned problem solving skills while working with heavy equipment/tractors
- Gathered research data through stand counts, and ratings of research plots
- Accurately mixed and applied chemical treatments and fertilizer for field application
- Worked independently and under supervision of research professionals while traveling all over eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and western Montana.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID12.2021
Skills
- Proficient in computer applications including Excel and Word
- Flexibility with changing responsibilities and schedules
- The ability to prioritize and organize tasks to meet deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
- The ability to work in fast-paced environments while maintaining composure under pressure
- The ability to communicate and coordinate with multiple departments, management, and staff
Timeline
Motor Coach Operator
Teton Stage Lines
12.2022 - 03.2023
Driver/Tour Guide
Cape Fox Tours
07.2022 - 10.2023
Operations Manager
Alaska Coach Tours
04.2022 - 07.2022
Driver/Guide
Alaska Coach Tours
06.2021 - 10.2021
Field Research Assistant
Hubbard Ag Science
05.2016 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
Brigham Young University-Idaho
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