Ronald L'Allier
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Seasoned Bus Driver/Trainer with a proven track record at Schmitty & Sons, demonstrating exceptional safety compliance and customer service. Skilled in vehicle operation and emergency management, complemented by a talent for developing impactful training materials. Achieved a 100% safety record, underscoring a commitment to passenger security and satisfaction. Expert in navigation and adept at fostering positive passenger experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver/ Trainer
Schmitty & Sons
Burnsville , Minnesota
02.2022 - Current
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
- Provided courteous customer service while answering questions regarding routes and schedules.
- Collected fares, tickets and passes accurately.
- Operated wheelchair lifts as needed to assist passengers with special needs onto the bus safely.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations such as accidents or medical emergencies.
- Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Cleaned interior of buses regularly including vacuuming floors and wiping down surfaces.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Monitored traffic conditions along assigned routes in order to plan alternate routes if necessary.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch staff via two way radio regarding delays, detours.
- Stocked buses with supplies such as maps, brochures and other materials for passenger use.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Drove established routes and maintained knowledge of streets and stops to deliver positive passenger experiences.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Operated bus professionally and interacted with passengers to foster pleasant rides.
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Helped elderly and disabled passengers board and exit bus.
- Completed accident and incident reports accurately and legibly at end of scheduled shifts.
- Provided route, schedule and fare information to passengers.
- Drove vehicles over routes or to destinations, complying with traffic regulations to provide smooth and safe rides for passengers.
- Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen germ spread.
- Facilitated smooth passenger loading and unloading at designated route stops.
- Assisted passengers in loading wheelchairs or other mobility aids.
- Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
- Drove specified routes in compliance with traffic regulations and time schedules.
- Maintained vehicle safety by monitoring, instructing and correcting passengers.
- Inspected vehicles and checked gas, oil and water levels prior to departure.
- Handled passenger emergencies or disruptions.
- Assisted elderly or disabled individuals by helping on and off bus, seating properly and carrying baggage.
- Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
- Kept vehicles in good working order by maintaining fluid levels and reporting major mechanical problems.
- Reported delays or accidents.
- Advised passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
- Upheld strict DOT reporting records for trips, vehicles and notable incidents.
- Announced stops clearly to help passengers disembark at correct locations.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Parked vehicles at loading areas to board passengers.
- Regulated heating, lighting and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
- Used GPS navigation to follow routes and avoid potential construction or traffic delays.
- Collected tickets or cash fares from passengers.
- Collected fares and provided route updates and schedule information.
- Announced stops to passengers.
- Kept bus orderly with strong control over passenger behaviors.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
- Designed and developed training materials for new employees in the organization.
- Conducted onboarding sessions to orientate new staff members about company policies and procedures.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy of content being delivered to trainees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Centennial Senior High School
Blaine, MN06-1985
Skills
Class A CDL
City bus driver
School bus driver
Trainer city bus
Timeline
Bus Driver/ Trainer
Schmitty & Sons
02.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Centennial Senior High School