Garth Brown
North York,Ontario
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
School Bus Driver
Attridge Transportation
10.2023 - Current
- Safely operated school bus, ensuring timely transportation of students to and from school.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards.
- Communicated effectively with parents and school officials regarding student transportation needs.
- Managed student behavior on the bus to promote a safe and respectful environment.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safety procedures.
- Implemented efficient routes, reducing travel time while maintaining punctuality.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, applying first aid when necessary and coordinating with emergency services.
- Maintained accurate records of daily mileage, fuel consumption, and incident reports for compliance purposes.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- 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.
- Assisted in training new drivers and maintaining driver certifications.
Swing Driver.
Waste Connections, Canada.
04.2006 - 10.2021
- Operated waste collection vehicles, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and operational protocols.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections, verifying vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Managed efficient route navigation, minimizing delays and optimizing service delivery.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve operational challenges and enhance service efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of daily routes, service requests, and vehicle maintenance schedules.
- Implemented best practices for waste disposal, contributing to environmental sustainability efforts.
- 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.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- 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.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring efficient communication for route planning and adjustments.
- Contributed to team meetings with feedback on route efficiencies and safety, driving continuous improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yorkdale Secondary
38 Orfus Rd Toronto Ontario M7A1L6 09.1989 - 06.1995
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Attridge Transportation
10.2023 - Current
Swing Driver.
Waste Connections, Canada.
04.2006 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Yorkdale Secondary
09.1989 - 06.1995