Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Richard Holland

Joplin,MO

Summary

Proven track record of enhancing safety and efficiency, notably with Webb City R7, by implementing rigorous pre-trip inspections and fostering positive student interactions. Adept at route planning and emergency preparedness, I bring dependable communication skills and a commitment to safe driving practices. My background in the military instills a unique blend of discipline and teamwork, contributing to a reliable and results-driven approach.

Overview

54
54
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Bus Driver

Webb City R7
04.2017 - Current
  • 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.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.

School Bus Driver

Joplin R8
10.2014 - 04.2017

Drive school bus. Have to pretrip and posttrip. Check all working mechanics on bus. Have to know how to do a route and plan on unexpected events,

Semi Truck Driver

Various Companys
01.1994 - 01.2014
  • Improved on-time deliveries by efficiently planning and executing optimal driving routes.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures and industry best practices, contributing to a skilled workforce.
  • Supported dispatchers by providing real-time updates on delivery progress, allowing for adjustments to schedules as needed.
  • Maintained compliance with federal regulations by accurately logging hours of service, rest breaks, and mileage in electronic logbooks.

Retired Svc

Army/Navy
01.1971 - 01.1991
  • 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.

Education

GED -

Lee Summit HS
Lee Summit, Mo
12.1971

Skills

  • Dependable and reliable
  • Effective communication skills
  • Safety-focused
  • Safe Driving Practices

Certification

  • Passenger Endorsement - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Bullying Prevention in Schools Program Certification – StopBullying.gov or similar organization.
  • Smith System Driver Improvement Institute Certification – Smith System.

Timeline

School Bus Driver

Webb City R7
04.2017 - Current

School Bus Driver

Joplin R8
10.2014 - 04.2017

Semi Truck Driver

Various Companys
01.1994 - 01.2014

Retired Svc

Army/Navy
01.1971 - 01.1991

GED -

Lee Summit HS
Richard Holland