Rodika Pripa
Tacoma
Summary
Experienced Transit Operator proficient in daily operations and safety protocol adherence. Expertise in route management and navigation systems drives efficiency and punctuality. Capable of troubleshooting minor vehicle issues while maintaining strong communication with passengers, enhancing rider satisfaction. Aiming to leverage skills in a Transit Supervisor role.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transit Operator / Mentor
Pierce Transit
Lakewood
03.2016 - Current
- Mentor and train new operator trainees on safety procedures, driving standards, and daily transit operations.
- Guided and motivated new operators to uphold safety standards and enhance service reliability in daily operations.
- Safely operate transit buses while following posted speed limits, defensive driving techniques, and all commercial vehicle regulations.
- Perform complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, checking safety equipment and reporting maintenance needs to ensure vehicle readiness.
- Assist passengers with route, schedule, and fare information while providing professional customer service.
- Operate wheelchair ramps and safely assist passengers with disabilities during boarding and exiting, ensuring ADA compliance.
- Secure wheelchairs and communicate safety procedures clearly to passengers.
- Transmitted operational, accident, and emergency information via two-way radio to ensure timely response and coordination.
- Follow route maps, schedules, and instructions for pull-outs, pull-ins, and off-route assignments.
- Identified operational issues and recommended solutions, ensuring compliance with agency policies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Citizenship case manager
MSM
Lakewood
07.2006 - 04.2011
- Guided low-income families and immigrants through application processes for social services, enhancing access to DSHS programs, housing assistance, child care, and energy support.
- Facilitated effective communication among clients, families, and service providers to ensure comprehensive support.
- Maintained and updated manual and computer database of client files, ensuring accurate records of all client interactions.
- Developed and taught ESL classes / Tested students on their achievements according to CASAS requirements
Education
Associate of Science - Immunology
Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA11-2013
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Tiraspol State University
Chisinau, Moldova06-2001
Skills
- Transit Operations Supervision
- Operator Training & Mentorship
- Commercial Vehicle Regulations
- Risk management
- Schedule management
- Emergency response
- ADA support
- Contract interpretation
- Conflict Resolution
- Two-Way Radio Communication
Certification
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) – Passenger Endorsement
• Transit Safety Training
• Transit Safety Training
Additional Qualifications
- Strong understanding of transit policies, contracts, and operating procedures
- Ability to respond quickly and effectively to incidents and emergencies
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Dedicated to maintaining safe, reliable, and customer-focused transit service
Leadership Experience
Operator Mentor / Trainer, Over 8 years, Instruct trainees on safety protocols, passenger service, ADA procedures, and defensive driving techniques., Evaluate trainee performance and provide constructive feedback to improve skills and confidence., Support management by helping maintain training standards and operational consistency.
Languages
English
Professional
Romanian
Professional
Russian
Professional
Ukrainian
Professional
Timeline
Transit Operator / Mentor
Pierce Transit
03.2016 - Current
Citizenship case manager
MSM
07.2006 - 04.2011
Associate of Science - Immunology
Bates Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Tiraspol State University