Sonya Ben
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Seasoned Bus Driver. Ensuring passenger safety and maintaining impeccable punctuality. Expert in map reading and adept at creating a supportive environment for passengers with disabilities. Achieved a consistent safety record, underlining commitment to operational excellence and passenger care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
Leona Group
Mesa, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
Bus Driver
Happy Valley Charter School
San Tan Valley, AZ
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
Bus Driver
Mesa Unified School District
Mesa, AZ
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed daily reports covering trip details, vehicle maintenance actions, and reportable incidents.
- Fostered safe bus environment by enforcing rules of conduct for passengers.
- Inspected bus for any mechanical issues before departure.
- Verified cleanliness and tidiness of bus through regular cleaning.
- Followed all relevant schedules for routes and arrivals.
- Aided passengers with disabilities or special needs.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Dobson High School
Mesa, AZ05.2018
Skills
- Map Reading
- CPR/First Aide Training
- Passenger Safety
- Commercial driving
Timeline
Bus Driver
Leona Group
08.2023 - Current
Bus Driver
Happy Valley Charter School
08.2021 - 08.2023
Bus Driver
Mesa Unified School District
08.2018 - 08.2021
High School Diploma - General Studies
Dobson High School