Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Robert Griffet

San Antonio

Summary

Careful School Bus Driver attentive to road rules, school schedules, and students' needs. Maintains daily schedules with good driving abilities and understanding of local traffic flows. Protects students by operating bus safely and controlling student behavior.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

SAISD Transportation
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • 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.

Welder/Machinist

HOLT CAT San Antonio
02.2012 - 04.2023
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.

Transit Bus Driver

Via Metropolitan Transit
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assisted passengers with special needs, ensuring accessibility and convenience during their transit.
  • Adhered to traffic laws while navigating various road conditions, contributing to an excellent safety record for the company.
  • Maintained a clean and comfortable bus environment for improved rider experience.
  • Drove bus to safely transport passengers over scheduled routes and authorized stops.
  • Ensured safety of all passengers by adhering to strict driving regulations and guidelines.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

US Army
03.1993 - 11.2013
  • Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
  • Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
  • Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
  • Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
  • Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
  • Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
  • Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
  • Mentored junior mechanics on best practices for heavy equipment repair, fostering a supportive learning environment for continuous growth.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Killeen High School
Killeen, TX
05.1986

Skills

    Have current CDL B with school bus, passenger endorsements Have current CPR certification Have current safe bus driver certification Have current First Aid certification Have current DOT physical

Timeline

School Bus Driver

SAISD Transportation
08.2024 - 02.2025

Transit Bus Driver

Via Metropolitan Transit
03.2024 - 06.2024

Welder/Machinist

HOLT CAT San Antonio
02.2012 - 04.2023

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

US Army
03.1993 - 11.2013

High School Diploma - General Studies

Killeen High School
Robert Griffet