I am a very hard worker with multiple skills, I am a certified HVAC technician as well as a Class B CDL holder. I also am the founder of a non profit organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Transit Bus Operator
WMATA
Washington, District Of Columbia
06.2017 - Current
Assisted customers in locating information about destinations or connecting routes.
Followed emergency procedures in case of accidents or other dangerous situations.
Responded to customer inquiries regarding routes, schedules, and transfers.
Resolved conflicts between passengers in a professional manner when necessary.
Maintained a clean interior of the bus by sweeping and removing debris between runs.
Enforced passenger rules and regulations while providing courteous service.
Provided assistance to elderly or disabled passengers with their transportation needs.
Adhered to all traffic laws including speed limits, stop signs, signals.
Managed time effectively by arriving at stops on schedule according to route times.
Delivered announcements over the public address system regarding route changes or delays.
Stayed current on local events and activities affecting transit services in the area.
Monitored passengers to ensure they followed safety regulations and paid fares.
Maintained professional demeanor when dealing with difficult customers or situations.
Made sure wheelchair lifts were functioning properly before each trip began.
Completed daily paperwork such as log books, maintenance reports, incident reports.
Conducted pre-trip inspections of the bus to ensure it was safe for operation.
Kept an eye out for suspicious activity or unattended items on board the bus.
Reported any mechanical problems or incidents that occurred during transit operations.
Communicated regularly with dispatch personnel via two-way radio systems.
Computed fares accurately using onboard ticket machines or cash payments.
Assisted passengers with mobility devices in boarding and disembarking safely.
Performed minor repairs such as changing light bulbs, fuses, tires, and brakes when necessary.
Kept shuttle and reception areas clean and organized.
Greeted guests, helped customers enter and exit shuttle and loaded and unloaded luggage.
Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
Answered questions and provided insight into local attractions and facility amenities.
Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Deescalated verbal altercations and fights between passengers.
Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Completed appropriate inspection paperwork and reported results to supervisors.
Gave clear directions to passengers regarding destinations, pick-ups and drop-off locations.
Paid required tolls and levies on driving routes.
Cleaned, refueled and maintained vehicles to prevent delays and breakdowns.
Utilized lifts and ramps to help handicapped passengers board shuttles.
Received and submitted passenger fares.
Communicated frequently with dispatchers regarding locations, routes and traffic conditions.
Reported major accidents, emergencies and suspicious incidents to supervisors.
Collected fares and provided route updates and schedule information.
Kept bus orderly with strong control over passenger behaviors.
Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
Upheld strict DOT reporting records for trips, vehicles and notable incidents.