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Tammy Gunnell

Tammy Gunnell

Keyport,NJ

Summary

Hi. My name is Tammy. I've been working in the field of All Student Transportation for 19 years. I hold a class B with P and S endorsements licence. I received my CDL in 2004(Class C-15-QRestriction with P Endorsement.)In 2007 I upgraded my certificate with a Class B P and S endorsement. I have over 10 years experience driving caravans and small buses which includes wheelchair needs and over 6 years experience driving big buses to accommodate mainstream students. I also have experience driving Senior Citizens,private car service,and airport shuttle work. Vehicles I've driven

Small Buses(Chevy,VanCon,Saf-T-Liner,StarCraft,Thomas and Bluebird.)

Caravans(all types special needs equipment included)

Big Buses(Non airbrake)

GMC Bluebird

Bluebird Vision

Thomas Saf-T-Liner

International CE300.

Private Car Service Vehicles

Lincoln Town Cars

Shuttle Vans/Buses

Private Caravans

Private Limos

Special Needs Equipment

Wheelchair lifts

Straps and tie down belts

Boosterseats

Car seats

Locations I've driven in

South Jersey

West Jersey

East Jersey

And some parts of North Jersey

Eastern PA(private car/shuttle service.

To date I'm currently driving an International CE300. October 3rd of this year marks 19 years of Service.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

R.Helfrich And Son Inc.
09.2006 - Current
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.

School Bus Driver

The Big Yellow Bus Co.
10.2004 - 08.2006
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.

Education

Diploma -

Matawan Regional High School
Aberdeen, NJ
06.1997

Skills

  • Local Street Knowledge
  • Technology-Driven Navigation
  • Map Reading Expertise
  • Lifting Up to 50 Lbs
  • Route Logs
  • Safe Driver Training
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • Local Traffic Laws
  • Vehicle Systems Maintenance
  • Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Operational Safety
  • Local Routes Understanding
  • Passenger Assistance
  • Activity Logging
  • Passenger Interaction
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Emergency Situations
  • Passenger Safety
  • School District Compliance
  • Personal Grooming
  • Defensive Driving Practices
  • Operational Procedures
  • Database Management
  • Two-Way Radio Operation
  • Equipment Operation
  • Commercial Locations
  • Traffic Routing Procedures
  • Traffic Law Compliance
  • Security Compliance
  • Determination Rendering
  • Licensing Requirements
  • Student Behavior Management
  • DOT Regulations
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Commercial Driving
  • Arrival and Departure Duties
  • DOT Requirements
  • Safety Techniques
  • Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
  • Accident Reports
  • Emergency Exit Door Operation
  • Dispatcher Communication
  • School Crossing Regulations
  • GPS Mapping
  • Emergency Evacuation
  • Team Goals
  • Local and State Regulations
  • Corrective Actions
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Tires and Brakes Inspections
  • DOT Inspections
  • Customer Relationships
  • Documenting Malfunctions
  • Hands-Free Device Operation
  • Federal and State Driving Regulations
  • School Bus Policies
  • Insurance Requirements
  • Special Needs Passengers
  • Student Interaction
  • Team Meetings

Timeline

School Bus Driver

R.Helfrich And Son Inc.
09.2006 - Current

School Bus Driver

The Big Yellow Bus Co.
10.2004 - 08.2006

Diploma -

Matawan Regional High School
Tammy Gunnell