Rene Redding
Layla Transportation
630 Franklin Boulevard Apt 216,NH
12
years of professional experience
Dedicated bus driver with a strong safety focus and a friendly demeanor, honed at Layla Transportation. Proven expertise in pre-trip inspections and passenger assistance, ensuring timely and secure transport. Recognized for maintaining excellent communication with dispatch and fostering positive experiences for students and passengers alike.
Work History
School Bus Driver
4 Years 1 Month- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Operated school bus safely along assigned routes, maintaining punctual student pick-up and drop-off service.
- Enforced passenger safety rules, maintaining orderly student behavior during daily transportation.
- Communicated route changes, delays, and student concerns clearly with dispatch and school staff.
- Assisted students with boarding, seating, and safe crossing procedures during loading and unloading.
- Documented incidents, route issues, and attendance records accurately for transportation compliance.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
Bus Driver
4 Years- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Enhanced passenger safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and maintaining a clean bus environment.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Kept accurate records of daily logs, incident reports, maintenance checklists, and fuel consumption data for company reference.
- Promoted positive rider experience by providing courteous, attentive service and addressing customer concerns promptly.
- Maintained open communication lines with dispatchers to report any delays, accidents or emergencies encountered while on the road.
- Developed strong rapport with regular passengers by providing friendly service, remembering names, engaging in conversations when appropriate.
- Retained bus system, route and stop knowledge for informative customer advice.
- Remained current on local traffic regulations and attended regular training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices.
First Transit
3 Years- Safely transported passengers using paratransit routes while following traffic laws and service schedules.
- Assessed rider needs and provided courteous assistance with boarding, alighting, and mobility devices.
- Secured wheelchairs and scooters using proper restraint procedures to maintain passenger safety.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to identify maintenance concerns and equipment issues.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding delays, route changes, and passenger pickup updates.
- Maintained accurate trip logs, ridership records, and required service documentation.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring respectful service and ADA compliance at all times.
- Responded calmly to unexpected route conditions while keeping trips safe, timely, and efficient.
Bus Driver
1 Year 9 Months- Operated buses safely along assigned routes while maintaining adherence to schedules and traffic regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify brakes, lights, tires, and safety equipment before service.
- Assisted passengers with boarding, seating, and accessibility needs while maintaining courteous service.
- Monitored route conditions and communicated delays, detours, and incidents to dispatch.
- Enforced passenger safety rules and maintained orderly environment throughout daily trips.
- Documented vehicle issues, passenger concerns, and route observations for follow-up action.
- Collected fares and verified rider eligibility according to transit procedures.
- Responded calmly to service disruptions, supporting safe resolution of emergencies and schedule changes.
- 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.
- Ensured timely arrivals and departures by strictly adhering to schedules and effectively managing unforeseen circumstances.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring safe boarding, comfortable travel, and proper disembarking procedures were followed.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Friendly
positive attitude
Pre-trip inspections
Safety-focused
Weather condition driving
Defensive driving
Safety practices
DOT regulations
Elderly and disabled assistance
Disability awareness
Passenger safety
Passenger assistance
Transporting students
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Layla Transportation
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
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First Transit
Bus Operator
06.2016 - 06.2019Read More
Bus Driver
Durham Transportation
09.2014 - 06.2016Read More
Long Branch High School
High School Diploma
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