Troy Smith
Driver
Ottawa,ON
Work Preference
Summary
Versatile transportation expert with comprehensive experience in commercial vehicle operation, including bus and rail services. Skilled in safety inspections and effective communication with team members to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction. Dedicated to upholding high standards in service delivery and safety compliance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Operator, Electric Rail Operator
OC Transpo
, Canada
08.2024 - Current
- Safely operate city asset vehicles on a daily basis.
- Maintained high customer service standards while adhering to all policies and procedures.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and providing information as a resource.
Conductor Trainee
Canadian National Railway
Edmonton, Canada
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with yard masters to enhance car marshalling and sequencing for improved operational flow.
- Communicated route limits and restrictions to foreman, promoting safety and compliance in operations.
- Arranged train configuration to streamline retrieval of customer cars and positioning of new cars on track.
Class 1 Truck Driver
Sanjel Energy Services
Grande Prairie, Canada
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Delivered and completed cement jobs punctually, contributing to project timelines.
- Coordinated with operator on tower regarding cement levels, enhancing job workflow.
- Conducted federal inspections, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and minimizing risk.
Class 1 Truck Driver
Northern Mat and Bridge
Orangeville, Canada
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Operated 6x6 army truck on designated routes, facilitating transport of personnel and equipment.
- Ensured transport mats were secured to prevent material shifting during transit. for stability during loading. to prevent shifting during delivery. before transportation to ensure stability during transit. prior to driving along right-of-ways to excavation site, ensuring safe delivery.
- Secured and released materials, organized laydown yards after vehicle breakdown to maintain workflow.
Class 1 Truck Driver
Oceanex
St Johns, Canada
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Delivered scheduled loads to major customers, ensuring on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Delivered products using extendable chassis, ensuring secure and efficient transport.
- Coordinated scheduled operations on pier to facilitate timely cargo handling and maximize productivity.
AZ Float Driver
Ross Towing and Transportation
London, Canada
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Delivered products using 454 B Landoll, 4 axle flat, tandem, and tri axle van trailers, achieving timely and secure transport.
- Operated tow trucks for vehicle recovery and transportation, ensuring safe and efficient service.
- Inspected vehicles prior to transport for safety compliance.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive and confirm service requests.
- Coordinated with contractors and subcontractors to enhance project efficiency in oil and gas operations, streamlining workflows.
Bus/LRT Operator/Auxiliary Instructor Bus & LRT
Edmonton Transit System
, Canada
09.2012 - 07.2018
- Operated city asset vehicles daily, maintaining safety and regulatory compliance to support reliable transit services.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while adhering to policies and procedures, enhancing passenger satisfaction.
- Guided new recruits at ETS, answering questions and providing support to smooth their transition into the role.
Education
OSSD - Graduated high school with my OSSD
University Heights Secondary School
Waterloo, ON06-2019
Emergency services communications CERTIFICATE - Communications with Police, Fire, and other agencies that might be involved in emergency, Fundamental use of computers/keyboarding and programs
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON06-2008
Skills
- Public transportation safety
- Rail safety compliance
- Transit operations management
- Emergency first aid certification
- H2S awareness training
- CPPI certified
- TDG qualified
- Common safety orientation (ESC)
- Lift truck safety training
- Fall protection training
- Urban driving regulations
- MELT tractor trailer license
- Effective communication skills
Timeline
Bus Operator, Electric Rail Operator
OC Transpo
08.2024 - Current
Conductor Trainee
Canadian National Railway
11.2023 - 06.2024
Class 1 Truck Driver
Sanjel Energy Services
06.2022 - 11.2023
Class 1 Truck Driver
Northern Mat and Bridge
03.2022 - 05.2022
Class 1 Truck Driver
Oceanex
05.2021 - 08.2021
AZ Float Driver
Ross Towing and Transportation
10.2020 - 03.2021
Bus/LRT Operator/Auxiliary Instructor Bus & LRT
Edmonton Transit System
09.2012 - 07.2018
OSSD - Graduated high school with my OSSD
University Heights Secondary School
Emergency services communications CERTIFICATE - Communications with Police, Fire, and other agencies that might be involved in emergency, Fundamental use of computers/keyboarding and programs
Mohawk College