Responsible School Bus Driver with an 18-year record in bus maintenance and operation. Follows traffic laws and district policies to safely transport passengers. Controls behaviors and addresses problems directly to protect all riders.
Experienced with ensuring safe and timely transportation of students. Utilizes strong communication and problem-solving skills to manage student behavior and navigate routes efficiently. Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures to maintain secure environment for all passengers.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Bus Driver/School Custodian
South Texas ISD - Mercedes
03.2017 - 12.2024
Ran daily scheduled routes and handled numerous special school events and field trips without any accidents or safety concerns
Protected bus riders by consistently following traffic laws and mandatory safety regulations
Prevented harassment, safety violations, and other unauthorized behaviors with effective management of bus environment
Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
Upheld high standards of hygiene in food service areas through thorough cleaning practices that met health department guidelines.
Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Assistant
Golden Palms Retirement
08.2023 - 05.2024
Maintained a safe and efficient work environment by adhering to company guidelines and cleaning protocols.
Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques and technologies related to laundry and dry cleaning processes.
Assisted in maintaining inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed to avoid disruptions in daily operations.
Reduced garment damage rates by carefully inspecting items for stains or damages before processing.
Increased productivity with proper machine loading, ensuring optimal water usage and detergent distribution.
Examined dried clothes to identify stains, tears and issues.
Assisted with cleaning and maintenance of laundry equipment to keep machines in proper working order.
Operated machines correctly by following machine instructions and safety regulations.
Cleaned machine filters and lubricated equipment.
Custodian/Housekeeping Aide
Marquis Cleaning Service
04.2020 - 09.2023
Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
School Bus Driver
Los Fresnos ISD
05.2005 - 03.2017
Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
Warehouse Worker
Premier Trim LLC
05.2000 - 05.2005
Helped meet promised delivery times using excellent sorting skills and strong attention to detail
Assisted with safe housekeeping procedures by maintaining clean work stations and areas
Supported team efforts by backing up fellow warehouse workers in managing incoming and outgoing products
Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
Facilitated smooth operation of loading dock, coordinating efficient loading and unloading of trucks.
Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Customer Service Associate
HEB
01.1996 - 05.2000
Answered customer questions about policies and procedures with friendly and knowledgeable approach
Protected customer and company information with strict use of established security procedures
Delivered positive experiences to every customer with fast, knowledgeable support
Education
Diploma - Business Administration
Los Fresnos CISD
Los Fresnos, TX
06.1995
Skills
Route Coordination
School bus policies
Vehicle Inspections
Customer Service
Defensive driving
Dependable and reliable
Drug and alcohol testing
Two-way radio operation
Commercial drivers license CDL
Endorsements
Passenger
School Bus
Air Brakes
Hazmat
Tanker
Class B
Certification
CPR/AED Certification
Texas Driver's License
School Bus Certification Region one 2024
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Assistant
Golden Palms Retirement
08.2023 - 05.2024
Custodian/Housekeeping Aide
Marquis Cleaning Service
04.2020 - 09.2023
School Bus Driver/School Custodian
South Texas ISD - Mercedes
03.2017 - 12.2024
School Bus Driver
Los Fresnos ISD
05.2005 - 03.2017
Warehouse Worker
Premier Trim LLC
05.2000 - 05.2005
Customer Service Associate
HEB
01.1996 - 05.2000
CPR/AED Certification
Texas Driver's License
School Bus Certification Region one 2024
Diploma - Business Administration
Los Fresnos CISD
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