School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained Bus driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
- Obeyed traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups of students to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported Students safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus when required.
- Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Reported vehicle traffic violations, vehicle damage and accidents to management to comply with legal and insurance obligations.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels and cleanliness.
- Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage and hours.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Coordinated closely with colleagues during field trips or special events to provide seamless transportation services for all participants involved.
- Streamlined boarding procedures, implementing an organized system that ensured timely departures from each stop along the route.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
