Robert Jones
San Pedro,CA
Summary
This curriculum vitae describes a man who is a safety-conscious driver, with both exemplary experience and a proven track record in commercial driving. Driving experience includes motorcycles to cars, RVs to buses (even a military Humvee). Vehicles operated from the early wee hours of the morning, til late in the evening. Known for attention to detail and safety, DMV record indicates no accidents nor a single moving violation in the 21st century. Never had a driving under the influence 502 conviction, nor positive test reading for an illegal narcotic. Ready to leverage clean living and driving expertise in any challenging driving role. Dedicated commercial driver with a proven record in safety and customer service. Successfully operated various buses while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for passengers. Committed to ensuring safe and efficient transportation, in continuation with past record
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Lyft And Uber
02.2018 - Current
- deliver people, food, documents, and packages to their destination with safety and composure.
- provide customer service that is on point and welcoming, ALWAYS
- navigate my vehicle confidently with apps, as I am already familiar with the LA basin (being a lifelong Angeleno)
- never had an auto accident while ridesharing, nor even a moving violation since the 20th century, as my extreme caution has always been in abundance.
bus operator
MV Transportation Services
Los Angeles, California
09.2018 - 06.2024
- operated a variety of buses from the 30ft long Dorado models, all the way up to 45ft long MCI models
- drove buses 6 AND 7 days per week without accidents for a half dozen years
- attendance was prompt and impeccable, even when working 7 days per week
- performed pre-trip inspections and mechanical checks before each scheduled run, ensuring vehicle safety and readiness
- maintained accurate logs of service for reporting purposes
- provided excellent customer service that was always on point, by being cheerful and speaking in a welcoming tone
- often greeted passengers with a "Welcome aboard!"
- adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch
- announced stops clearly to help passengers when the automated voice-over went silent (since I'm like most retired teachers & love the sound of my voice)
- regulated heating and ventilating systems for passenger comfort, asking them often if it felt "stuffy, cold, or comfortable"
- inspected interior of bus after each trip for any lost items left behind by passengers
- never drove a bus that caused a broken bone, spilled blood, or property destruction
Education
Teaching Credential - Social Studies Education
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA12-1994
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06-1993
Skills
- commercial driving experience
- CDL class B since 2018
- vehicle inspection/operation
- Spanish fluency
- written communication in the King's English
- affable customer engagement
- clean driving record
- passenger assistance
- punctual and reliable
- flexible schedule day and night
Affiliations
- credentialed lector minister and 3rd degree Knight of Columbus in my local Catholic Church
- church volunteer work includes standing before the congregation to voice the readings and petitions into the microphone, offering a helping hand when collecting the tithing offerings, and helping out as usher/security
- parish volunteer work includes other church-sanctioned functions, e.g. pancake breakfasts, dinners, spiritual retreats, and fundraising for the Special Olympics as well as other church charities
Languages
Spanish
Professional
German
Elementary
Accomplishments
- earned safety awards from Los Angeles Department of Transportation often
- taught American History to over 4,000 students for a quarter centrury
Timeline
bus operator
MV Transportation Services
09.2018 - 06.2024
Driver
Lyft And Uber
02.2018 - Current
Teaching Credential - Social Studies Education
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of California, Irvine