Dedicated Transit Bus Operator with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, excelling in customer service and safety compliance. Proven ability to navigate complex routes while ensuring passenger comfort and resolving conflicts effectively. Recognized for maintaining a 100% safety record and delivering clear communication, enhancing the overall travel experience for all passengers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Transit Bus Operator
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Houston, TX
12.2019 - Current
As a Bus Operator, I am responsible for transporting passengers over specified routes to local or distant points, following time schedules, charters, and special services. I am responsible for providing a safe, reliable, and comfortable travel experience for all passengers.
Key responsibilities include:
Customer Service Excellence: Interact with passengers in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner, ensuring a positive and welcoming environment. Address passenger inquiries and concerns promptly, providing clear information about routes, schedules, and destinations.
Passenger Assistance: Provide assistance to passengers with special needs, including helping with the loading of wheelchairs or other mobility aids, ensuring accessibility and comfort throughout the journey.
Safety & Compliance: Perform thorough pre-trip inspections of the assigned bus, ensuring all safety equipment and systems are functional. Adhere to traffic regulations and safety procedures at all times, ensuring a smooth and secure ride for passengers. Respond effectively to passenger emergencies or disruptions while maintaining calm and professionalism.
Clear Communication: Deliver clear, accurate, and helpful directions to passengers regarding destinations, pick-up and drop-off locations. Maintain constant communication with dispatch to report delays, issues, or changes to the schedule.
DOT Reporting: Uphold strict adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) reporting requirements, accurately documenting trip details, vehicle status, and any notable incidents. Ensure that all records are completed in a timely and organized manner.
Conflict Resolution: Handle challenging or disruptive passenger situations with patience and respect, working to de-escalate tensions while ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers on board.
Professionalism: Represent the company with a professional demeanor and appearance, contributing to a positive company image while promoting customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lone Star College-Cyfair
Cypress, TX
Skills
Customer service
Safety compliance
Clear communication
Passenger assistance
Conflict resolution
Time management
Safe driving
Defensive driving
Route navigation
Timeline
Transit Bus Operator
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
12.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lone Star College-Cyfair
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