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JAMES IRELAND

Bensalem

Summary

Dedicated bus driver with expertise in vehicle inspection and safety compliance. Proven track record in ensuring passenger safety and effectively communicating with parents and school staff.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Bus Driver

Bensalem Township School District
Bensalem
10.2021 - Current
  • Safely transported students to and from school and events.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
  • Communicated effectively with parents and school staff regarding student transportation.
  • Maintained accurate records of routes, student pickups, and drop-offs.
  • Followed established safety protocols during driving and boarding procedures.
  • Assisted students with special needs while boarding and disembarking the bus.
  • Addressed minor vehicle issues promptly to ensure safe operation.
  • Attended training sessions on safety regulations and best driving practices.
  • Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
  • Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
  • Operated wheelchair lifts as needed to assist passengers with special needs onto the bus safely.
  • Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
  • Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
  • Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.

Waiter , Manager

Michael's Diner
Bensalem
04.1996 - 10.2021

Waiter, serving and accommodating customers. Scheduling wait staff, Run Shifts, Opened and closed store, Banking and payroll, Inventory, Filled in at other store locations, Safe Serve Certified.

Waiter, Manager

Michael's Diner
Lawrenceville
12.1993 - 06.1996
  • Waiter, Open and Closed Store, Scheduling, Banking and Payroll

Waiter

Grand Eagle Diner
Bristol
06.1995 - 04.1996

Waiter , serving and accommodating customers.

Waiter

Club House Diner
Bensalem
06.1989 - 12.1993
  • Waiter, Serving and accommodating customers.

Manager

Rite Aid
Philadelphia
08.1989 - 06.1990
  • Open and Closed Store, Banking , Payroll, Scheduling, Ordering and Inventory.

Manager

7-11 Convenience Store
Croydon
09.1984 - 08.1989
  • Opening and Closed Store, Payroll, Banking, Ordering and Inventory, Scheduling.

Cashier

7-11 Convenience Store
Bensalem
05.1982 - 09.1984
  • Cashier

Education

High School Diploma -

Bensalem High School
Bensalem, PA
06-1983

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Route management
  • Safety compliance
  • Special needs assistance
  • Customer relationship management
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Local routes
  • Route schedule adherence
  • Navigation and road safety
  • Transporting students
  • Clean driving record
  • Passenger interaction
  • Pre-trip inspections
  • Defensive driving expert
  • Impeccable safety history
  • Route navigation
  • Customer service

Timeline

Bus Driver

Bensalem Township School District
10.2021 - Current

Waiter , Manager

Michael's Diner
04.1996 - 10.2021

Waiter

Grand Eagle Diner
06.1995 - 04.1996

Waiter, Manager

Michael's Diner
12.1993 - 06.1996

Manager

Rite Aid
08.1989 - 06.1990

Waiter

Club House Diner
06.1989 - 12.1993

Manager

7-11 Convenience Store
09.1984 - 08.1989

Cashier

7-11 Convenience Store
05.1982 - 09.1984

High School Diploma -

Bensalem High School
JAMES IRELAND