William Burleson
Graford,TX
Summary
Proven track record in ensuring passenger safety and maintaining punctuality, honed over years with Millsap ISD and other reputable organizations. Skilled in route planning and emergency procedures, I excel in fostering positive passenger interactions and adherence to DOT regulations. Demonstrates a strong ability to navigate local traffic efficiently, ensuring a safe and reliable transport service.
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning about the custodial director position inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
Millsap ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Maintained Texas driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Verified cleanliness and tidiness of bus through regular cleaning.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
Direct Care Technician
Pecan Valley Centers For Behavioral And Developmental Healthcare
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Driver
Pecan Valley Centers For Behavioral And Developmental Healthcare
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
Bus Driver
Weatherford ISD
08.2012 - 06.2021
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Maintained Texas driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Verified cleanliness and tidiness of bus through regular cleaning.
Chief Deputy Sheriff
Throckmorton County Sheriff Office
01.2011 - 04.2012
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
- Implemented community policing initiatives to strengthen relationships with local citizens.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Filled in for absent sheriff to maintain continuous leadership structure and support team members.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
Patrol Officer
Ranger Police Department
06.2009 - 09.2010
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
Custodian, Bar Back, Security
Lil Bit Texas
09.2007 - 05.2009
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Deep cleaned, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down bar area for special events.
- Restocked glassware, cleaned tables and organized supplies to meet demanding trading periods throughout shift.
- Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
- Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
- Addressed customer complaints and inquiries to verify satisfaction.
- Greeted customers upon arrival to establishment.
- Monitored security and customer behaviors.
- Maintained security and watched for irregular or unusual conditions to avoid security concerns or safety hazards.
Police Officer
Ranger Police Department
12.2005 - 08.2007
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
CRB Helicopter Services
11.1998 - 09.2001
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
- Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Collaborated with crew chief to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
Education
No Degree - Basic Peace Officer Course
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX07.2003
High School Diploma -
James Martin High School
Arlington, TX07.1993
Skills
- Passenger Safety
- Local traffic regulations
- Passenger Assistance
- Commercial driving
- Route Planning
- Emergency Procedures
- Safety practices
- Vehicle inspections
- Passenger Interaction
- DOT Regulations
- Transporting Students
- Local route knowledge
Timeline
Bus Driver
Millsap ISD
08.2023 - Current
Direct Care Technician
Pecan Valley Centers For Behavioral And Developmental Healthcare
06.2023 - 04.2024
Driver
Pecan Valley Centers For Behavioral And Developmental Healthcare
03.2022 - 06.2023
Bus Driver
Weatherford ISD
08.2012 - 06.2021
Chief Deputy Sheriff
Throckmorton County Sheriff Office
01.2011 - 04.2012
Patrol Officer
Ranger Police Department
06.2009 - 09.2010
Custodian, Bar Back, Security
Lil Bit Texas
09.2007 - 05.2009
Police Officer
Ranger Police Department
12.2005 - 08.2007
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
CRB Helicopter Services
11.1998 - 09.2001
No Degree - Basic Peace Officer Course
Weatherford College
High School Diploma -
James Martin High School
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