RAJIH YOUNES

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EXPERIENCED DRIVER PROFESSIONAL

Hardworking ~Punctual~Responsible~Customer Service Oriented

More than 7 years of experience as a driver. Excellent communication skills; strong attention to detail; follows direction well. Valid “G”and "BZ" license with excellent driver’s abstract. Possess ability to work shifts/weekend/overtime and standby. Ability to work in changeable weather conditions. Knowledge of Pre-trip Inspections, In cab theory, emergency exits, S.B.D.I.C & Observation and Rules of the road and GPS. Fluent in English and Amharic. Other qualifications include:

Physically fit to complete all aspects of job

Ability to work alone

Keen ability to read and interpret maps

Organized and strong attention to detail

Able to troubleshoot and repair equipment

Knowledge of safety standards; WHIMIS trained

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Bus Driving:

Extremely familiar with GTA and Toronto city streets/ major intersections

Knowledgeable of all city traffic and street signs

Experience driving manual and automatic transmission vehicles

Safely able to maneuver vehicle in all weather and road conditions

Knowledgeable about defensive driving techniques

Follows and adheres to all Provincial and Municipal road safety standards and codes

Experience driving a public transit/tourism bus in Ethiopia, Kenya and Canada

Maintain timely service on a daily basis to local bus/tourism stops

Customer Service/Communication:

Provide prompt travel assistance to customers and answer inquires regarding transit information

Assist with collection of payment and issuance of tickets/fares

Aid and support seniors and handicapped passengers with access in and out of the vehicle

Liaise and coordinate with other staff (tour guides, mechanics, management) re: customer service and maintenance of vehicle

Ensure rules and regulations of company customer service/health and safety regulations and standards are followed at all times

Vehicle Maintenance:

Check exterior of bus for damage and record on City Bus Defect Reports

Wash the exterior of bus by driving through exterior bus wash racks

Park bus in the designated vehicle interior clean areas

Check signal lights, door operation, exit door alarms, bell cords, and ensure vehicle is up to standards with company policies

Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain driving and maintenance logs; complete written reports regarding incidents or unusual occurrences

RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bus Driver/Cleaner, Hallcon Corporation (TTC), Toronto, ON 2015-Present

Tour/Coach/Shuttle Bus Driver, Tourism Toronto-Star Coach/Magic Bus, Toronto, ON 2015-Present

Parking Lot Attendant, Standard Parking Ltd., Toronto, ON 2004

Mini-Bus Driver, Private Transport Company, Nairobi, Kenya 2000 - 2003

Bus Driver, Rafael Group Public Transit, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 1999 - 2000

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Machine Operator, Victualic Canada, Richmond Hill, ON 2014-2015

Machine Operator, Blanco Canada, Etobicoke, ON 2014

Machine Operator, Quadrad Manufacturing Inc., Guelph, ON 2006-2014

EDUCATION & TRAINING

WHIMIS Certification, OSG Be Safe, Toronto, ON 2015

BZ Drivers License, Jaz Truck, Bus & Forklift School, Toronto, ON 2014

CNC Programmer, Conestoga College, Guelph, ON 2012

High School Diploma, Medhanialem High School, Harar, Ethiopia 1998

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