Sommer Johnson
Camden,NJ
Summary
Safety-conscious School Bus Driver with 21 years in school bus transportation work and high regard for student safety. Transported large school district's students on daily routes and field trips and earned high safety ratings every year. Excellent driving and communications skills leading to outstanding results.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
T And L Transportation
11.2020 - Current
- Maintained State 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.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Reported vehicle traffic violations, vehicle damage and accidents to management to comply with legal and insurance obligations.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels and cleanliness.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage and hours.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
- Escorted students across streets and roadways and guided older children across streets.
School Bus Driver
Maytavbus
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Maintained State 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.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage and hours.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Reported vehicle traffic violations, vehicle damage and accidents to management to comply with legal and insurance obligations.
School Bus Driver
T And L Transportation
07.2016 - 10.2019
- Maintained State 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.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
Senior Citizen Transport
Sen-Han Transit
09.2014 - 07.2016
- Transported senior citizens to the daycare facilities, grocery shopping, doctor appts., etc. daily in a safe manner
- Assisted seniors getting on and off the bus
- Making sure seniors were secured in their seats
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
09.2005 - 09.2014
- Maintained State 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.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
Senior Citizen Transportation
Sen-Han Transit
09.2003 - 09.2005
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Transported senior to and from daycare centers, dr appts, grocery shopping
- Assisted with seniors getting on and off the bus
- Make sure seniors were secured in their seats
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
07.2001 - 09.2003
- Maintained State 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.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
Education
Criminal Science
Camden County College
Camden09.2003
Diploma - General Studies
Camden High School
Camden, NJ06.1996
Skills
- Vehicle Safety and Maintenance
- Dispatcher Communication
- Route Logs
- Traffic Laws and Regulations
- Special Needs Passengers
- Commercial Driving
- Federal and State Driving Regulations
- GPS and Route Planning
- Safe Driver Training
- Team Meetings
- Scheduling Medical Appointments
- Passenger Assistance
- Navigation Equipment
- Student Interaction
- Map Reading
- Emergency Situations
- Operational Safety
- Two-Way Radio Operation
- DOT Requirements
Accomplishments
Received recognition for 21 yrs of safe driving, and for having a great rapport with all passengers (students, and senior citizens)
Timeline
School Bus Driver
T And L Transportation
11.2020 - Current
School Bus Driver
Maytavbus
10.2019 - 11.2020
School Bus Driver
T And L Transportation
07.2016 - 10.2019
Senior Citizen Transport
Sen-Han Transit
09.2014 - 07.2016
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
09.2005 - 09.2014
Senior Citizen Transportation
Sen-Han Transit
09.2003 - 09.2005
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
07.2001 - 09.2003
Criminal Science
Camden County College
Diploma - General Studies
Camden High School
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