Elvin Abreu
Cell: 718-***-****
E-mail: ad26mo@r.postjobfree.com
Professional Summary: Experienced Driver/ Driving Instructor who can safely operate various types of vehicles and has safely and effectively trained new drivers. Extremely patient and able to provide easy-to-understand instructions in any type of setting.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES
Driver Class C Endorsement W
TLC License
CDL Class B and C License
ACB OB with Passenger Endorsement
WORK EXPERIENCE
ACCESS-A-RIDE- New York, NY, May 2015- June 2020
Driving Instructor/ Assistant Manager Trainee/ Motor Vehicle Operator
Train new drivers in the classroom and behind the wheel on company protocol and safety procedures
Provide support, advice, and guidance to operators in responding to a variety of issues
Ensure a positive work environment for operators by providing coaching, mentoring and non-safety related training, promoting high employee motivation, commitment, and customer satisfaction.
Maintain a good rapport with clients providing curb-to-curb and door-to-door assistance and appropriately perform safety precautions with riders with disabilities and/or special needs.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections as instructed by the Safety & Training Coordinator per Via's Standard Operating Procedures.
Complete daily schedules, daily transportation logs, contract sheets, incident reports and other recorded information, as required.
Responsible for proficiency and safety in operating all wheelchairs, wheelchair lifts, tie-down systems, radios, and special equipment on all Via vehicles.
Maintain a strong attendance record reporting to work on time and in proper uniform.
Corporate Express, Inc. LIC, NY, June 2017-December 2019
Driver
Safely operate a passenger transportation vehicle providing curb-to-curb and door-to-door assistance to riders.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections as instructed by the Safety & Training Coordinator per Via's Standard Operating Procedures.
Review schedule prior to leaving base to clarify any schedule, client, route, address or special need(s) information. Follow driving schedule as per daily assignment sheet, which includes additional assignments and/or changes as conveyed by the dispatch department.
Possess a functional knowledge of the demographics of the service area.
Maintain a strong attendance record reporting to work on time and in proper uniform.
Gate Gourmet, East Elmhurst, NY, October 2014-May 2015
Gate Serve Ramp Agent/ Delivery Driver
Delivered catering supplies to designated packing stations within the facility and loading the vehicles for delivery
Drove trucks out to the aircraft to transport catered meals/beverages/equipment to assigned flights
Followed safety procedures when loading and unloading equipment into the warehouse, carts and aircraft
Performed duties in accordance with company policies and procedures
Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
CityView Racquet Club, Long Island City, NY, November 2011-November 2015
Driver
Established drop off and pickup order of assigned students; conferring with parents, supervisors, schedulers, and other staff regarding transportation needs, plotting routes on map, documenting routes, and adjusting routes for new and/or dropped off students
Oversaw the loading and unloading of students, releasing students to authorized individual; assure that safety belts are fastened
Maintained a safe environment within the bus by enforcing rules of conduct and respond to emergencies
Conducted established safety and operational inspection of vehicle daily by checking brakes, tires and report needed mechanical repairs
Uber, New York, NY, November 2011-November 2014
Driver
Demonstrated ability to deal peacefully with unforeseen circumstances or delays and use advanced driving techniques to better improve time management and safety
Ensured that customer arrived safely and timely to their destination while creating customer satisfaction.
Assured that the vehicle is maintained in excellent condition and is cleaned regularly, and In-depth knowledge of vehicle maintenance is applied
Provided clients with reliable transportation to a variety of locations around the New York metropolitan area.
Provided superior customer service with a sense of urgency, safety and kindness
EDUCATION
John Bowne High School, Flushing, NY
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Fluent in English and Spanish