Darius Reed
Fairburn
Summary
Achieved consistent project success by being available at all hours to support team efforts.,Contributed to team cohesion by being present from start to finish of each workday.,Enabled a supportive work culture by assisting all team members, regardless of their position.,Utilized deep job knowledge to prepare for current and future responsibilities.,Facilitated growth of teammates by providing continuous support and mentorship.,Ensured utmost availability for team inquiries and assistance.,Attained exemplary attendance, reinforcing commitment to the organization.,Collaborated effectively with peers, driving successful team outcomes.,Demonstrated outstanding attendance, enhancing team reliability.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dispatcher
Fulton County Schools
Fairburn, GA
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Created daily morning and afternoon announcements to keep all informed of weekly events and bus inspections. Disseminated information over radio and email to maintain awareness of daily activities.
- Coordinated the delivery of essential information, such as weather forecasts, traffic alerts, police reports, and school announcements, to all drivers and transportation staff.
- Monitored and recorded all bus delays and route changes to facilitate effective communication and service continuity.
- Maintained organized logs for spare bus operations and driver activity using Excel. Recorded clear communication logs from drivers, parents, school staff, and students.
- Oversaw management of spare bus inventory through structured Excel tracking. Maintained bus cleanliness and operational readiness to meet standards. Coordinated activity bus logistics to optimize delivery and pickup schedules for drivers.
- Assisted in creating bus stops and routing for student transportation throughout the school year and summer sessions in Edulog. Supported assignment of students to appropriate transportation routes and maintained records consistently.
- Enhanced operational workflows by effectively using CalAmp (Synovia), Edulog Travel Tracker, Infinite Campus, Absentee Log, Here Comes the Bus, and Blackboard. Maximized team output by leveraging Microsoft 365 applications including Word, Excel, and Teams for seamless communication.
- Streamlined travel tracking processes, resulting in improved trip request handling for schools. Integrated new drivers into the field trip system, enhancing overall operational capacity. Optimized trip management by editing schedules and assigning qualified drivers effectively.
Certified Driver Instructor Trainer
Fulton County Schools
Fairburn, GA
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Achieved successful CDL permit outcomes for trainees through effective boot camp instruction. Developed engaging special education videos in line with DOE requirements, enhancing learning experiences. Enhanced trainee preparedness for the CDL test by conducting comprehensive hands-on training sessions focused on pre-trip inspections and driving practice.
- Implemented hands-on training strategies for students following CDL license attainment, ensuring compliance with state and district best practices.
- Delivered instruction on state and school district guidelines to new and current drivers during updates.
- Oversaw skill development initiatives for all drivers at South Transportation, focusing on preplanning week and accident retraining efforts. Led training sessions for new trainees to enhance their driving competencies.
- Reported accidents and conducted on-site investigations. Assisted in gathering video footage related to accidents and compiling accident packets including driver's license statements, case numbers, ticket estimates, and photographs of vehicle damage and student lists.
- Executed video retrieval for incident documentation upon supervisor delegation.
- Coordinated the relocation of skills items while overseeing adherence to painting and measurement standards. Managed the physical transfer of skills items, ensuring painting and measurements align with quality benchmarks.
- Coordinated with dispatch teams and assisted supervisors in covering routes to optimize organizational logistics.
- Developed and implemented bus routes, optimizing student assignments in Edulog for both school year and summer programs. Oversaw the coordination of student transportation routes and stops, ensuring effective management throughout the year. Managed transportation assignments for students, enhancing logistical operations for school and summer sessions.
- Oversaw systematic organization of trainee folders, verifying all signatures and documents for compliance before handoff to operations supervisor.
- Maintained comprehensive timeline documentation of trainee progress using Excel spreadsheets for superior review.
- Oversaw travel tracking operations to streamline trip requests from schools. Integrated new drivers into field trip management platform. Refined trip allocations and assigned drivers to enhance efficiency.
- Conducted collaborative discussions with training team to evaluate daily operations and collective goals.
- Utilized CalAmp (Synovia) software to monitor student transportation efficiently. Assisted with Edulog Travel Tracker to streamline bus routing. Maintained accurate records in Infinite Campus for student attendance tracking.
Bus Driver
Fulton County Schools
Fairburn, GA
06.2014 - 01.2024
- Operates the vehicle in a safe manner on a route per the Transportation Department.
- Maintains routes and schedules as planned by the school system
- Conducts emergency drills
- Completes legible and accurate required reports
- Established clear channels for communication to enhance collaboration with school staff and community members.
Automotive Technician
ALIDANCO Express Auto
Riverdale, GA
06.2010 - 05.2016
- Identify problems with vehicles using diagnostic equipment
- Test parts and systems to ensure all parts are working properly
- Perform basic care and maintenance
- Explain automotive problems and repairs to clients
Education
Diploma - undefined
Chapel Hill High School
Douglas County05.2010
Skills
- Delivered comprehensive training as a certified driver instructor trainer, enhancing prioritization skills of participants
- Utilized exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 to optimize workflows and increase efficiency
- Achieved effective communication outcomes through strong verbal and written skills
- Delivered projects with high efficiency by applying superior time management and organizational skills
- Managed projects effectively, contributing to successful completion within established timelines
- Resolved challenges through innovative problem-solving techniques, enhancing team performance
- Cultivated teamwork and adaptability, enabling successful navigation of various situations
- Applied extensive knowledge of state DOE guidelines to ensure effective training compliance
- Trained A/B UST operator participants, resulting in enhanced operational readiness
Certification
Pupil Transportation Certified Driver Instructor Trainer
Georgia Class A/B UST Operator
Timeline
Certified Driver Instructor Trainer
Fulton County Schools
08.2024 - 05.2026
Dispatcher
Fulton County Schools
01.2024 - 08.2024
Bus Driver
Fulton County Schools
06.2014 - 01.2024
Automotive Technician
ALIDANCO Express Auto
06.2010 - 05.2016
Diploma - undefined
Chapel Hill High School