Robert Hawes
Hubert,North Carolina
Summary
Safe, dependable, and customer-focused Coach Driver with experience operating commercial vehicles and providing excellent passenger service. Skilled in route planning, safety compliance, and maintaining a professional and friendly environment for riders. Background in entertainment coach and truck brings strong communication, patience, and the ability to work well with groups.
Personable and reliable with deep understanding of safe driving practices and excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of traffic laws and vehicle maintenance combines with strong ability to navigate routes efficiently. Committed to ensuring passenger safety and providing positive travel experience.
Experienced with ensuring safe and timely transportation of passengers. Utilizes excellent route planning and problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges. Track record of providing reliable and courteous service to all passengers.
Professional transportation expert, skilled in operating and managing commercial vehicles efficiently and safely. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results in dynamic environments. Known for reliability, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. Proficient in navigation, route planning, and ensuring passenger safety.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure operator position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating coach ,trucks and coach trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork, and meeting company objectives.
Developed exceptional driving skills and customer service abilities in fast-paced transportation environment. Demonstrated strong adherence to safety protocols and efficient route navigation. Seeking to leverage these transferable skills in new and challenging role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coach / Truck Driver
Blade enterprises
Hendersonville, TN
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated commercial vehicles safely while transporting passengers and/or gear.
- Followed all DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety procedures.
- Performed detailed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness.
- Maintained accurate driver logs, trip reports, and delivery or passenger documentation.
- Assisted in loading and unloading production gear , ensuring proper handling of materials.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel consumption.
- Adhered to traffic laws and safety protocols to minimize risks on the road.
- Managed minor vehicle maintenance tasks, preventing breakdowns during routes.
- Demonstrated adaptability by navigating various routes based on traffic conditions and weather impacts.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Contributed to culture of safety, participating actively in safety meetings and trainings.
Entertainment Coach
Star coach
Atlanta, GA
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Worked with groups in high-energy environments, ensuring safe and organized participation.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills useful for passenger interaction.
- Supported event coordination and group management, reinforcing calm leadership.
- Tours with: Mercy Me, The weekend, Tyler Childers, Set It Off, one offs - with pulp, disturbed, Ed Sheeran, Disturbed, Teddy Swims, Ryan Herd, countless festivals, Broadway shows.
- Operated transit vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to schedules and routes.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking, ensuring a smooth travel experience.
- Monitored vehicle condition and reported maintenance needs promptly to enhance safety.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize operational efficiency and improve service delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents or mechanical issues encountered during shifts for efficient resolution.
- Reduced accidents by strictly adhering to safety protocols and conducting thorough pre-trip inspections.
- Enhanced route efficiency through regular analysis of schedules and traffic patterns.
- Improved passenger satisfaction by consistently providing safe, timely, and comfortable transportation services.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming vehicle environment for passengers'' comfort and overall experience.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly and diplomatically, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Picked up and dropped off passengers at regularly scheduled locations by following strict time schedules.
- Inspected bus for any mechanical issues before departure.
- Verified cleanliness and tidiness of bus through regular cleaning.
- Checked vehicle daily for maintenance needs, personally handled common upkeep and reported serious concerns to supervisor.
Coach / Truck Driver
premier global production/ country thunder
Madison, TN
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided professional, courteous service to passengers and clients.
- Managed schedules efficiently to ensure on-time arrivals and departures.
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods over long distances efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for regulatory adherence.
- Managed loading and unloading of cargo, securing shipments for safe transport.
- Adhered to all federal and state driving regulations, ensuring safe transportation practices.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction, reliably meeting specific delivery instructions.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
Education
Commercial driving school -
CDS
Woodford, VA01.2006
Commercial driving school - undefined
CDS
Woodford, VA01.2006
Skills
- Coach / Bus Driving Experience
- CDL Compliance & DOT Regulations
- Passenger Safety & Comfort
- Pre-Trip & Post-Trip Inspections
- Route Navigation Planning & Scheduling
- Defensive Driving Practices
- Customer Service & Communication
- Group & Event Transportation Support
- Strong work ethic
- Adaptable Decision-making
- Safe driving practices
- Decision-making under pressure
- Weather condition awareness
- Reliability and punctuality
- Defensive driving techniques
- Fuel efficiency strategies
- Passenger assistance
- Record keeping
- Vehicle maintenance
Accomplishments
- Earned Class A Doubles, Triples and Tanker Endorsements. along with passenger
- have had my own authority and trucks and trailers
- driving commerical vehicles since 2006
- also a recruiter
- can maintain generator and change belts on coach
Certification
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A
- Passenger Endorsement
- Have had my own authority and trucking company - taught eld logging - been a recruiter
- Clean Driving Record
Timeline
Coach / Truck Driver
Blade enterprises
03.2025 - 01.2026
Entertainment Coach
Star coach
09.2024 - 02.2025
Coach / Truck Driver
premier global production/ country thunder
02.2024 - 09.2024
Commercial driving school - undefined
CDS
Commercial driving school -
CDS