Miken Pandit
Rockbank,Victoria
Summary
Focused professional bringing many years of top-quality performance in transportation industry. Well-versed in inspecting buses and equipment to promote safe operations. Unwavering work ethic and dedication to quality transportation service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bus Driver
U GO Mobility
07.2023 - Current
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Announced stops clearly to help passengers disembark at correct locations.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch staff via two way radio regarding delays, detours.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
- Operated wheelchair lifts as needed to assist passengers with special needs onto the bus safely.
- Drove vehicles over routes or to destinations, complying with traffic regulations to provide smooth and safe rides for passengers.
- Provided courteous customer service while answering questions regarding routes and schedules.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Assisted elderly or disabled individuals by helping on and off bus, seating properly and carrying baggage.
- Maintained vehicle safety by monitoring, instructing and correcting passengers.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
Bus Driver
Kinetic
Melbourne , Victoria
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Facilitated smooth passenger loading and unloading at designated route stops.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Operated bus professionally and interacted with passengers to foster pleasant rides.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
- Operated wheelchair lifts as needed to assist passengers with special needs onto the bus safely.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Drove established routes and maintained knowledge of streets and stops to deliver positive passenger experiences.
- Provided courteous customer service while answering questions regarding routes and schedules.
- Regulated heating, lighting and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
- Assisted passengers in loading wheelchairs or other mobility aids.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch staff via two way radio regarding delays, detours.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations such as accidents or medical emergencies.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.
- Reported delays or accidents.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Inspected vehicles and checked gas, oil and water levels prior to departure.
- Completed accident and incident reports accurately and legibly at end of scheduled shifts.
- Monitored traffic conditions along assigned routes in order to plan alternate routes if necessary.
Truck Driver
Cradle mountain lodge
Cradle Mountain , Tasmania
02.2018 - 04.2022
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Truck Driver
J&D provider
Flemington
05.2014 - 02.2019
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
Education
Diploma in Leadership Management - Educational Leadership And Management
Elite Education
Tasmania 03-2020
Bachelor in Accounting And Business - Accounting
Victoria
Sydney 08-2018
Skills
- Traffic regulation compliance
- Route navigation
- Pre-trip inspection
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Safety management
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Impeccable safety history
- Local Area Knowledge
- Multitasking and organization
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Dependability and punctuality
- Teamwork
- Task prioritization
Certification
First aid
MC license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bus Driver
U GO Mobility
07.2023 - Current
Bus Driver
Kinetic
04.2022 - 06.2023
Truck Driver
Cradle mountain lodge
02.2018 - 04.2022
Truck Driver
J&D provider
05.2014 - 02.2019
Diploma in Leadership Management - Educational Leadership And Management
Elite Education
Bachelor in Accounting And Business - Accounting
Victoria