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10+ years of experience
Drove vehicles on specified routes according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride
- Advised passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles according to OSHA guidelines and company policy
- Inspected vehicles before leaving depot to ensure gas, oil, and water levels were acceptable prior to departure
- Assisted passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off bus, ensuring they are seated properly and answered questions about bus schedules and routes
- Handled passenger emergencies and disruptions contacting the authorities when necessary
- Maintained log book to detail all systems in the vehicle sending work orders when needed to keep maintenance at acceptable levels
6-10 years of experience
Demonstrated excellent ability to exercise good judgement and to think on feet while handling loads of up to 60 passengers.
- Maintained excellent customer relations, providing friendly and courteous service.
- Conducted daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections according to a set checklist.
- Safely drove on icy, snow-covered roads with no incidents
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times.
- Delivered passengers to destination within established time frames.
6-10 years of experience
Operated and maintained bus in accordance with state and federal regulations
- Completed pre and post trip safety inspections, recording and reporting any malfunctions
- Maintained working knowledge of streets, current routes as well as fare structure
- Provided assistance to persons with disabilities while boarding /de-boarding bus
- Performed inspections according to procedures at the beginning, during and upon to base any interior or exterior deficiencies.
0-5 years of experience
Operated the bus in a safe manner assuring patrons arrived at their designated locations on time.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities.
- Displayed exceptional customer service to all passengers.
- Pre/post inspect the bus before and after operation for any safety related issues.
- Completed required paper work after each route.
0-5 years of experience
Operated coach buses in a safe manner to transport passengers to assigned destinations.
- Provided administrative reports of required repairs, accidents, or incidents with passengers while simultaneously protecting the safety and integrity of other patrons.
- Visually observed the health of passengers and security of the vehicle in order to ensure safe travel.
- Supervised and trained new employees for Operations Department
10+ years of experience
Create and navigate travel plans to deliver passengers to various destinations in the most convenient and cost effective way.
- Served as Shop Steward enabling me to read and interpret labor contracts;
- Act as a liaison for union members and employer.
- Effectively communicate with a diverse population including non-English speaking, disabled and elderly passengers.
- Identify emergency situations and perform swift and adequate procedures under guidelines
- In receipt of several accommodations for providing excellent customer service.
- Awarded the Safety Jacket in 2006 for maintaining a zero accident rating,
0-5 years of experience
Managed high demanding and time-sensitive line runs and special events for students around college campus.
- Performed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to assure safety.
- Resolved wide range of students’ problems, applying diplomacy and assertiveness.
- Attended safety meeting and defensive driving course.
0-5 years of experience
Transported students to and from school, following a preplanned route according to a definite time schedule.
- Drove bus carefully and in compliance with traffic regulations.
- Assumed responsibility for the safety of passengers in loading and unloading.
- Maintained and reported discipline reports of unruly behavior to the appropriate authorities.
0-5 years of experience
Transported passengers to and from their destination
- Did pre and post trip inspections at the beginning of my daily route
- Made announcements informing passengers of delays, detours and destinations
- Reported accidents or other traffic disruptions to central dispatcher
- Ensured the proper payment of fares; issued and collected transfers; ensured the safety of passengers
- Operated wheelchair lift, to assist disabled passengers
6-10 years of experience
Operated bus on designated routes
- Inspected all areas of the bus
- Maintained bus safety as well as appearance
- Assisted patrons with riding information and directions
0-5 years of experience
Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure proper operating condition of vehicle and on-board equipment.
- Successfully perform scheduled manifest by picking up all clients on time and delivering them to their destinations safely and within a reasonable time frame.
- Provide excellent customer service including assistance on and off the bus, supplying information, and responding appropriately in the event of emergency.
- Maintain a safe work area and a focus on safety to reduce the opportunity for injury to self or other employees.
0-5 years of experience
Operated a commercial bus with airbrakes in a safe and efficient manner.
- Drive a regular route daily by adhering to route assignment.
- Followed all company safety policies and procedures.
- Professional communications over radio with dispatchers, management, and co-workers.
- Completed company mandatory Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVCR) daily and reported
- Performed other duties required on the job.
0-5 years of experience
Inspect bus to insure proper mechanical operation before and after service
- Operate bus over an established route, evaluate passes and ascertain appropriate fares
- Operate lift to board and discharge disabled passengers
- Provide additional customer service about schedules, routes, and transfer points
- Reports delays, accidents or other traffic disruptions, adhere to alternate routes or schedule changes
- Prepare and submit daily paperwork at the end of the scheduled route
0-5 years of experience
Operated bus in revenue service or curb to curb para transit service
- Boarded and alighted passengers
- Obtained, completed, and submitted all required paperwork daily
- Practiced safety operations of vehicles
- Transported passengers safely while meeting bus route schedule
- Adhered to and demonstrated [company name]’s Bus Operator Rules and Regulations
0-5 years of experience
- Operated 30, 40, and 60 foot passenger buses
- Provided passengers with train to bus connection information
- Preformed pre and post trip interior and exterior bus inspections
- Completed daily bus operator information forms
6-10 years of experience
Perform a complete pre-pull-out inspection of bus, safety check equipment, and inform mechanic when adjustments or repairs are necessary.
- Memorize routes, transfer points, and fare structures for all lines assigned divisions.
- Refer to and implement route maps, time schedules, and instructions for pull-outs, line service, pull-ins, and off-route trips.
- Report hazardous or dangerous conditions along bus route and at passenger loading zones, including such hazards as unusual traffic, road conditions, obstructions, construction, and potential criminal activity.
- Contribute to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out.
0-5 years of experience
Assist passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off the bus, ensure they are seated properly, help carry baggage.
- Handle passenger emergencies or disruptions.
- Receive and record fares collected, and maintain “Passengers Manifest.”
- Operate and answer radio and telephone communication system.
- Report delays or accidents if such events should occur.
6-10 years of experience
- Provide service to school districts and other customers
- Provide customers with excellent customer service in a friendly and professional manner
- Transport special needs and behavioral children from home to school and back home safely
- Perform assigned tasks efficiently and consistently with established quality standards
0-5 years of experience
- Picked up and drops off passengers to bus stops and or stations based on a strict time schedule.
- Maintained supply of daily transfer slips and trip report forms.
- Maintained radio contact with base or supervisor.
- Checked vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield wipers, oil, and fuel levels prior to each shift.
- Secured the vehicles safety and emergency equipment is in place.
- Collected fares, answer questions about routes, schedules, transfer points, announce stops.
- Submitted daily trip reports and report any significant schedule delays and mechanical problems
0-5 years of experience
May assist passengers with packages, bicycles, luggage, etc. Collection of fares.
- The bus operator position is a safety-sensitive position that requires safe, timely and professional operations of assigned routes.
- Provide an exceptional customer service experience to our passengers.
- Inspect vehicles in accordance with our Pre-Trip inspection requirements.
0-5 years of experience
Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using
telephones or mobile two-way radios.
- Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.
- Follow safety rules as students are boarding and exiting buses, and as they cross
- Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations,
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a public transit bus
- Collect fares, issue receipts, answer all questions in a professional manner
- Examine bus and record information ensuring proper mechanical function
- Maintain contact with dispatch involving problems encountered on the route
- Follow state and federal transit regulations (including but not limited to ADA ACT 1990)
6-10 years of experience
High level of interpersonal skills interacting daily with the public.
- Provide safe, timely and reliable transportation to 200 to 300 passengers per day.
- Assist passengers Provide customer service such answering questions regarding passenger transfers and city, state locations.
- Resolve customer complaints in a swift and timely manner regarding fares, company procedures, and passenger disputes amongst each other.
- Minimal level of supervision required.
6-10 years of experience
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the rules and guidelines mandated by the Department of Transportation
- Transport up to 94 passengers (students/organizations) to and from school or other locations as requested
- Responsible for route management and coordination (i.e., detours, safe stop, RR crossings, predators, etc.)
- Skilled in transporting special needs passengers with an ability to de-escalate and control behaviors during transport
- Provide pre and post trip preparation and maintenance to ensure mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good, operable condition
- Extensive training in all aspects of emergency response and recovery, equipment operation and site safety
- Maintain field trip and discipline forms, field logs for hours worked and vehicle service and repair logs in accordance to state and federal regulations
- Healthy, interpersonal driver with an ability to move quickly and provide comfort during transport
- Excellent commercial driving record with no incidents or accidents throughout entire driving history
0-5 years of experience
Transported clients to and from doctor appointments in a timely manner.
- Making sure clients received customer service first while in care.
- Helped wheelchair-bound clients load and unload off transportation.
- selected the most efficient routes in compliance with delivery instruction and fuel policy.
- Operated manual and mechanical equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process all paperwork in a timely matter.
6-10 years of experience
Operate double-decker sightseeing tour buses on scheduled routes and/or other special transport journeys as assigned by the company’s supervisor or dispatcher.
- Communicate with dispatchers or host persons.
- Complete an inspection of the tour bus before and after my scheduled shift.
- Complete necessary reports, logs and other forms of documentations.
0-5 years of experience
The bus operator spends most of his time driving the double-decker tour bus on scheduled routes and occasionally may make special transport journeys as assigned by the company’s supervisor or dispatcher
- Communicate with street dispatchers and bus hosts any necessary information
- Complete a thorough inspection on the tour bus before and after the driver’s scheduled shift
- Complete necessary reports, logs and other forms of documentation
0-5 years of experience
Check the bus tires, lights, and oil and do other basic maintenance
- Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations
- Follow a planned route on a time schedule
- Help disabled passengers get on and off the bus
- Follow traffic laws and state and federal transit regulations
- Follow safety procedures to make sure they and all passengers are safe
0-5 years of experience
Transporting children to and from school safely on a daily basis.
- Performing a daily bus inspection log.
- Preforming bus evacuations, attendance audits during the beginning weeks of school, and student count audits.
- Maintaining interior and exterior of bus as required by Transportation job description.
- Reporting potential dangers at bus stops.
- Maintaining a safe environment for students being transported to and from school.
- Maintaining positive student behavior with Administration, parents, and students in a professional and respectful manner.
0-5 years of experience
Maintained tour schedules and assisted in general tourism
- Maintained bus appearance
- Control commentary and memorized tour routes
- Observed all by-laws and rules of the road
0-5 years of experience
responsible for safely operating the school bus and making sure students arrive to and from school according to a set daily schedule
- ensure that the school bus is in good operating condition at all times
- pick up and drop off students as per the schedule
- maintain order and security on the bus
- obey all laws, regulations and rules of conduct
0-5 years of experience
Extra Board operator working split and variable shifts
- Operate 7 different style buses
- Serve as a first line customer service professional while operating the bus
- Ability to operate bus on 50 plus bus routes
- Complete all Bus Operator training
0-5 years of experience
Performed DOT pre-trip inspections.
- Answer passenger questions courteously.
- Issued slips for fare refunds and collected transfers
- Observes all state laws, municipal traffic laws and safety rules.
- Strictly adhere to time schedules.
- Monitored fare and ticket collection.
- Verified that appropriate passes were being used.
- Wrote reports such as transfers collected, coach mileage, special fares and tickets collected, time cards for hours worked and completes.
- Completed trouble card for mechanical difficulties of bus assigned.
- Completed Bus Condition Reports.
10+ years of experience
Pick up students in the morning and return them home or to the designated bus stops in the afternoon.
- Before stopping, operate stop sign and flashing lights on bus to alert traffic.
- Follow safety procedures to makes sure they and all kids are safe.
- Maintain order and discipline on the school bus before and after school.
0-5 years of experience
Drive METRO Buses to transport passengers along assigned routes safely and in a timely manner according to a set schedule.
- Ensure that each passenger pays a fare.
- Inspect the bus before and after each shift and report any defects or malfunctions of the equipment.
- Follow the rules of the road and practice safe driving procedures.
0-5 years of experience
Properly conducting pre and post DVI of bus, recording and reporting any damage found or made to the bus.
- Safely transporting passengers to and from airport terminal and ramp for the boarding and de-boarding of aircraft.
- Understanding radio communications from and between Operations, gate and ramp agents to properly perform picks ups and drop-offs of passengers at the proper aircraft locations.
- Providing excellent customer service while directing and assisting passengers boarding and de-boarding bus, assisting passengers with luggage and other items as needed.
- Properly and professionally handling all situations that could occur while interacting passengers and colleagues and escalating to supervisors when required.
- Preparing proper paperwork showing number of passengers, departure and arrival times, and number of trips made throughout the shift.
- Adhere to all airport security and safety rules while working on property.
- Adhere to all airport security and safety rules while operating vehicles throughout airport property.
- Inspect and prepare de-icing trucks for activation shifts.
0-5 years of experience
My duties as a Bus Operator include providing courtesy safe transportation to the public.
- Collects bus fares, answers passengers’ questions in a professional and congenial manner.
- Issues reports involving problems encountered on the route, including reckless driver reports, equipment failure reports and changing road condition reports.
- Maintains contact with dispatch and reports current position and conditions affecting the operation of the route as required
10+ years of experience
Responsible for providing reliable and efficient transportation and exuding the technical and manual skills necessary to execute a safe driving experience for passengers.
- Executes strong analytical and customer service skills.
- Provides safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation to passengers via a 23ft to 40ft bus.
- Follows all the laws and rules for the safety of passengers when they get on and off the bus and crossroads.
- Performs minor repairing of vehicle as needed.
- Prepares and records activity reports including the number of passengers and trips.
- Responsible for reporting traffic occurrences such as accidents, delays, transportation using mobile telephones.
- Responsible for keeping bus in good condition by checking brakes, tires, lights, oil, fuel, safety equipment, water etc.
- Responsible for collecting cash fares and tickets from passengers
- Communicates effectively with passengers and co-workers daily.
- Enters and retrieves route data into company database on a daily basis.
10+ years of experience
Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.
- Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.
- Advise passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
- Assist passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off bus, ensure they are seated properly, help carry baggage, and answer questions about bus schedules or routes.
- Handle passenger emergencies or disruptions.
- Inspect vehicles, and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.
- Collect tickets or cash fares from passengers.
- Record information, such as cash receipts and ticket fares, and maintain log book.
0-5 years of experience
Pick up and deliver students as per a set schedule.
- Maintain order and discipline on school bus.
- Operated the school bus in a safe and efficient way according to all
- Clean and maintain the bus as scheduled and required.
- Ensure Bus is safety and security.
0-5 years of experience
Assisted students and teachers off and on the bus
- Provide information on safety measures to be taken into account
- Maintain fluid levels in the bus and check for defects in the engine and tires
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Respond to inquiries from students and parents
0-5 years of experience
- Transport students to and from school safely and on time
- Transport Students to and from there after school activities
- Supervise the station ensuring that the staff does the work precisely and as efficiently as possible
- Skilled in handling emergency situations as they occurred
- Trained to handle wheelchair passengers and securing students
10+ years of experience
Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.
- Manage fare box transactions.
- Monitor passenger activities to maintain orderly conduct on the bus and submit appropriate reports
- Regarding passenger emergencies, disruptions and any other non-typical events.
6-10 years of experience
Transport children to and from various schools efficiently and safely.
- Possess valid commercial Driver’s License with P endorsement, no highway restrictions and impeccable driving record free of any moving violations within the last eight years.
- Proven ability to lift up to 60lbs, place children into seats and to carry or drag a child in an emergency situation out of the bus to a safe area.
- Exceptional knowledge of safety practices as they relate to school age children.
- Perform a complete visual safety check of each bus driven on a daily basis, completing daily pre and post trip checklists.
- Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
- Read maps, and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
- Keep interior of bus clean daily, and bus exterior as needed.
- Report any needed repairs, and deliver bus to repair site.
- Attend and district or State meeting as mandated.
6-10 years of experience
- Overseeing, and safely transporting county students, to and from their assigned schools.
- Adhere to all federal, state and local traffic regulations. Reporting any hazardous road conditions to the transportation dispatcher.
- Inspecting interior, and exterior, vehicle condition according to the School bus safety laws, and transportation ordinance. Reporting any hazards before each departure.
- Monitoring that all fuel, water, air, and oil gauges are conditioned for each departure.
- Reporting all vehicle, and passenger incidents; and attended to any first aid, or special required assistance to ESE Students.
0-5 years of experience
- Supervise students of diverse age and cultures during bus route
- Provide reliable transportation for students
- Provide minor maintenance of district vehicles
- Supervise twenty-five to thirty students during bus route
- Provide reliable transportation for students
- Provide minor maintenance of district vehicles
- Ensuring the compliance of vendors by auditing shipments receiver
- Communicate audit results to distribution center and freight location information
- Fill orders for Academy Stores
- Review weekly safety inspections
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