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Timothy Collins

Lake Station,IN

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background as a School Bus Driver for Portage Township Schools, demonstrating effective communication and safety-focused practices. Proven ability to ensure student safety through meticulous vehicle inspections and route planning. Adaptable and dependable, fostering positive relationships while adhering to traffic laws and enhancing overall transportation efficiency.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

Portage Township Schools
03.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
  • 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.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
  • Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
  • Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
  • Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.

Machine Operator

Sun Chemical Corporation
01.2018 - 09.2022
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.

Maintenance Crew Member

Pyro Industries
01.2011 - 01.2018
  • Followed routine maintenance checklist.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
  • Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
  • Enhanced safety in the workplace by addressing potential hazards and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Increased team productivity through effective communication and collaboration on maintenance tasks.
  • Improved equipment efficiency by conducting regular preventive maintenance and repairs.
  • Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
  • Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.

Machine Operator/Color Shading

Avery Dennison
01.2004 - 01.2011
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
  • Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Worked with R&D doing color matching/shading
  • Adjusting color, thickness, tinsel and viscosity of vinyl product
  • Mixed pigment to extract specific color standards
  • Running coaster 10 and coaster 11 in the automotive department
  • Operated a web slitter, metal slitter, and the Dusenberry slitter
  • Obtained double signatures and chain of reports
  • Used various micrometers and gauges

Laborer

Midwest Paving
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
  • Operated paving machine
  • Loaded and unloaded supplies in and from company vehicles
  • Prepared ground for paving
  • Landscaping, pipe laying and leveling ground

Education

High School Diploma -

Calumet High School
Gary, IN
06-1990

Skills

  • Dependable and reliable
  • Effective communication skills
  • Safety-focused
  • Safe driving practices
  • Commercial driving
  • Punctuality
  • Route planning
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Defensive driving
  • Pre-trip inspections

Endorsements

Class B CDL

Passenger Transport 

School Bus

Hazardous Material & Tankers

Timeline

School Bus Driver

Portage Township Schools
03.2024 - Current

Machine Operator

Sun Chemical Corporation
01.2018 - 09.2022

Maintenance Crew Member

Pyro Industries
01.2011 - 01.2018

Machine Operator/Color Shading

Avery Dennison
01.2004 - 01.2011

Laborer

Midwest Paving
01.2001 - 01.2004

High School Diploma -

Calumet High School

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