Seasoned professional with extensive experience at Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, excelling in safety compliance and customer service excellence. Demonstrated leadership in crisis management and operational improvements, ensuring passenger safety and service quality. Skilled in analytical reasoning and conflict resolution, adept at enhancing service delivery and workforce productivity without compromising safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
29
29
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bus Operator
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Arlington, Virginia
11.2005 - Current
Maintain optical service performance and identifies and resolve service issues.
Conducts pre-trip vehicle inspections prior to departure from division.
Demonstrates ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
Analyzes and makes recommendations regarding schedule adherence and other operational needs or problems; reports discrepancies and/or unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel, and recommends and implements corrective action.
Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on policy practices and regulatory updates.
Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively by following established policy and procedure for passenger
safety and incidents.
Conducted comprehensive pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
Exercises sound judgement and communicates effectively while working closely with Metro Integrated Command and Communications (MICC) with any operational or safety issues on the bus.
Oversees and maintains the safe and scheduled operation of the Authority's transit vehicles within the jurisdictions, and ensures passenger loads are within designated parameters.
Report accidents, vehicle damage, and passenger injuries, and complete incident reports and provide them to management.
Implements and delivers effective leadership skills in relation to customer service, bus transportation service delivery and workforce productivity.
Train Operator Trainee
Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority
Greenbelt, Maryland
11.2022 - 04.2023
Provides necessary input into reports of incidents in accordance with Metro Integrated Command and Communications (MICC) procedures.
Utilized advanced problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot technical issues with the train's systems.
Following procedures, using checklist, and actively participating in regular training..
Utilize performance information to continually work to improve Metro Integrated Command and Communications (MICC) operations and make metrorail safer for metro employees and the traveling public.
Provides a safe riding experience for passengers and employees while having knowledge of train operations in case of an emergency.
Attends training that will prepare me in my role while promoting rail safety.
Provide timely announcements throughout train operation in order to keep passengers informed.
Followed strict schedules for arrivals and departures at stations along the route.
Inspects track for defects such as broken rails and switched malfunctions.
Dedicates time for safe train operation while managing communication with Metro Integrated Command and Communications (MICC) when there are safety issues occurring on the metrorail.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC
08.1998 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC
08.1999 - 05.2007
Skills
Conflict Resolution
Safety Prioritization
Risk Mitigation
Service Quality
Route Planning and Optimization
Scheduling and Operations
Safety Compliance
Team Leadership and Training
Customer Service Excellence
Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Train Operator Trainee
Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority
11.2022 - 04.2023
Bus Operator
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
11.2005 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
University of The District of Columbia
08.1999 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
University of The District of Columbia
08.1998 - 01.2020
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