Wendy Walter
Elk River,MN
Summary
Operative professional with solid background in customer service and providing safe and comfortable rides to passengers. Solid understanding of city streets and traffic laws. Knowledgeable in bus maintenance and safety protocols to provide safe and timely transportation for passengers. Committed transportation professional adept in providing updated and accurate route information to assist passengers. Strong commitment to safety demonstrated through an exceptional driving record and 21 years of experience in Bus Driver roles. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning the transportation field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
TRI-CAP
02.2023 - 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.
School Bus Driver Trainer
Vision Transportation
08.2003 - 01.2023
- Drove Regular Education Routes
- Special Education Driving
- Preschool Routes
- Trainer August 2021-January 2023
- Established clear expectations for driver conduct with detailed codes of ethics that encouraged professionalism at all times.
- Enhanced driver safety by conducting comprehensive training sessions on defensive driving techniques and emergency procedures.
- Facilitated collaboration among trainers by organizing team meetings to discuss best practices and share experiences in the field.
- Optimized resource allocation by continuously assessing the effectiveness of current training methods and adjusting strategies accordingly.
Sales Associate
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
09.2015 - 09.2018
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Tax Accountant
Eagle Nest Tax
01.2012 - 06.2015
- Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
- Conducted thorough reviews of financial records to ensure accuracy in reporting income, deductions, and credits.
- Performed tasks under limited supervision related to income tax compliance such as returns, extensions, forecasts and tax provisions for business sectors and corporate heritage business units.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by maintaining open communication lines and addressing concerns promptly.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Anoka Technical College
Anoka, MN06.2003
Skills
- Clean Driving Record
- Safety-focused
- Weather condition driving
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Traffic laws knowledge
- DOT Regulations
- Scheduling adherence
- Passenger Safety
- Elderly and Disabled Assistance
- Local route knowledge
- Disability Awareness
- Defensive Driving
- Safety practices
Timeline
Bus Driver
TRI-CAP
02.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Menards Inc. - Home Improvement
09.2015 - 09.2018
Tax Accountant
Eagle Nest Tax
01.2012 - 06.2015
School Bus Driver Trainer
Vision Transportation
08.2003 - 01.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Anoka Technical College
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