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Casey Townsend

Springfield

Summary

Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

First Student Management
Springfield
11.2024 - Current
  • Performed work assignments according to instructions received.
  • Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
  • Inspected vehicle tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights and fluids to verify safe operation.

Transit Bus Driver

Springfield Mass Transit District
Springfield
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Announced stops over intercom system and visually checked each stop for waiting passengers.
  • Collected fares and provided route updates and schedule information.
  • Assisted disabled passengers in boarding the bus safely via lift or ramp when necessary.
  • Conducted courtesy checks during trips; reminded riders who violated policies such as eating on the bus.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
  • Announced stops clearly to help passengers disembark at correct locations.

Lawn Care Technician

City Of Springfield
Springfield
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Performed regular lawn maintenance, such as mowing, edging, trimming, and aerating.
  • Utilized power tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and edgers.
  • Conducted yard maintenance tasks according to contract and to meet customer satisfaction.

End Dump Driver

McLeod Express Trucking
Springfield
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Prepared driver logbook entries according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
  • Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections on vehicles in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
  • Inspected vehicle before each trip to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.
  • Loaded end dump trailer with material from stockpile using front-end loader.

Paraprofessional

Hope School
Springfield
12.1989 - 08.2023
  • Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
  • Participated in IEP meetings and contributed to the development of educational plans.
  • Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southeast High School
Springfield, IL
06-1985

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Pre-trip inspection
  • Safety compliance
  • Route planning
  • Passenger assistance
  • Traffic regulations
  • Clean DMV record
  • CDL Class A

Timeline

School Bus Driver

First Student Management
11.2024 - Current

Transit Bus Driver

Springfield Mass Transit District
08.2024 - 11.2024

Lawn Care Technician

City Of Springfield
04.2024 - 10.2024

End Dump Driver

McLeod Express Trucking
10.2023 - 08.2024

Paraprofessional

Hope School
12.1989 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Southeast High School
Casey Townsend