Dedicated and safety-focused professional with a clean driving record and extensive experience as Bus Driver for Philly Trans. Proven ability in trip scheduling and emergency response readiness, ensuring timely and efficient transportation while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining compliance with traffic regulations.
Hi, I’m
Steven D. Lyles
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Philadelphia Sight-seeing Tours
Motor Coach Driver
09.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and safety compliance.
- Maintained cleanliness of vehicle interior and exterior to meet company standards.
- Operated motor coach safely, adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Participated in training sessions focused on safety protocols and customer service skills.
Philly Transportation
School Bus Driver
03.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Adhered to safety protocols during student transportation, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
- Assisted in pre-trip vehicle inspections to maintain operational readiness and safety standards.
- Created designated routes efficiently, minimizing delays while prioritizing student punctuality.
- Practiced effective communication with assigned Autism Centers students and parents regarding pick-up and drop-off procedures.
- Responded promptly to emergencies and unexpected situations, maintaining calmness under pressure.
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board
Warehouse Worker
03.2010 - 03.2017
Job overview
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently transport goods throughout warehouse.
- Managed inventory control processes, ensuring accurate stock levels and organization.
- Monitored and maintained safety standards, fostering a secure work environment for team members..
SEPTA
Trolley Driver
11.2009 - 12.2010
Job overview
- Operated trolley efficiently, ensuring timely transportation of passengers across designated routes.
- Assisted passengers with mobility challenges, providing exceptional customer service during transit.
- Managed challenging situations professionally, such as resolving conflicts between passengers or addressing disruptive behavior calmly and effectively.
SEPTA
Bus Driver
11.2009 - 12.2010
Job overview
- Operated buses safely, ensuring timely transportation for passengers across designated routes.
- Monitored traffic patterns and adjusted routes to optimize efficiency and minimize delays.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing passenger inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
SEPTA
Train Operator
12.2009 - 02.2010
Job overview
- Operated trains efficiently while adhering to strict safety protocols and schedules.
- Monitored train performance and communicated operational status to control centers.
- Prevented accidents through vigilant observation of track condition's and proactively communicating potential hazards to control center personnel.
- Controlling train speeds to keep from overshooting platforms , controlling throttles and airbrakes to make for a smooth ride.
Coca-Cola
Tractor Trailer Delivery Driver
01.2007 - 11.2009
Job overview
- Delivered packages efficiently, ensuring timely arrivals and high customer satisfaction.
- Operated delivery vehicle safely, adhering to traffic regulations and company policies.
- Managed route planning using McNally paper maps, optimizing delivery times and reducing fuel costs.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responsible for properly counting inventory before route and maintaining correct inventory throughout and the days end.
Coca-Cola
Merchandise Associate
01.2004 - 01.2007
Job overview
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and reduce excess.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance product displays and improve customer engagement.
- Streamlined restocking processes, increasing efficiency of inventory turnover and organization of store sales displays.
- Move from store to store in personal vehicle handling Wal-Marts. K-Marts, Acme and other super markets to communicate with store managers for upcoming inventory plans and order's.
Education
All-State Career TruckingEssington, PA
High School Diploma from CDL Training
12-2003
University Overview
Bok Vocational Technical High-SchoolPhiladelphia, PA
GED
06-1994
University Overview
Skills
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Weather condition awareness
- Defensive driving
- Passenger assistance
- Trip scheduling
- Emergency response readiness
- Record keeping proficiency
- Safe driving techniques
- Traffic regulation compliance
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Safety-focused
- Multitasking and organization
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
- Transporting students
- Clean driving record
Certification
CDL
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Marrying Ghana Inc.
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
Startup founder for:
MgKente
MgDating
Marrying Ghana
Interests
Personal Bible study
American Football
Cooking
Time with Kids
Websites
Timeline
Motor Coach Driver
Philadelphia Sight-seeing Tours
09.2025 - Current
School Bus Driver
Philly Transportation
03.2017 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board
03.2010 - 03.2017
Train Operator
SEPTA
12.2009 - 02.2010
Trolley Driver
SEPTA
11.2009 - 12.2010
Bus Driver
SEPTA
11.2009 - 12.2010
Tractor Trailer Delivery Driver
Coca-Cola
01.2007 - 11.2009
Merchandise Associate
Coca-Cola
01.2004 - 01.2007
All-State Career Trucking
High School Diploma from CDL Training
Bok Vocational Technical High-School
GED
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