Twanta Knighten
Lakeland
Summary
Seasoned professional with extensive experience in transportation, notably with CTL Distribution, excelling in route planning and customer interaction. Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving skills, ensuring passenger safety and maintaining a pristine driving record. Achieved a notable increase in delivery efficiency and safety standards, showcasing a commitment to excellence and team collaboration.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Uber/Lyft Driver
Uber, Lyft
02.2018 - Current
- Navigated routes effectively, ensuring timely delivery of goods.
- Provided excellent service to passengers, maintaining a safe and comfortable journey.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, optimizing space and securing items for safe transport.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections, identifying and addressing maintenance needs.
- Assisted passengers with baggage handling, enhancing overall travel experience.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations for safe driving practices.
- Ensured cleanliness and upkeep of vehicle, presenting a professional appearance.
- Communicated effectively with customers, addressing inquiries and concerns.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently, prioritizing passenger safety.
- Utilized GPS and navigation tools to find efficient routes and avoid delays.
- Optimized vehicle performance by performing routine checks and servicing.
- Improved delivery efficiency by planning optimal routes and schedules.
Bus Driver
Polk County School District
09.2016 - Current
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring safe boarding, comfortable travel, and proper disembarking procedures were followed.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
- Maintained FL driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
Truck Driver
CTL Distribution
02.2000 - 09.2009
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
Bus Driver
Hillsborough County School District
10.1991 - 01.2000
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plant City High School
Plant City, FLSkills
- Route planning
- Time management
- Traffic regulations
- Vehicle maintenance
- Customer interaction
- Defensive driving
- Emergency response
- Load management
- Fuel efficiency
- Navigation skills
- Road safety
- Team collaboration
- Delivery coordination
- Map reading
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Safety inspections
- GPS navigation
- Trip scheduling
- Roadside assistance
- Weather navigation
- Shift flexibility
- Passenger safety
- Driving record maintenance
Accomplishments
CDL Class A Drivers License Endorsements (Tank Vehicles, Passengers, School Bus)
Timeline
Uber/Lyft Driver
Uber, Lyft
02.2018 - Current
Bus Driver
Polk County School District
09.2016 - Current
Truck Driver
CTL Distribution
02.2000 - 09.2009
Bus Driver
Hillsborough County School District
10.1991 - 01.2000
High School Diploma -
Plant City High School
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