Lorie Forbes
Attleboro
Summary
Dedicated bus driver with a clean driving record and a strong safety history, previously with Holmes Bus Company. Expert in pre-trip inspections and defensive driving, ensuring timely and safe transport for all passengers, including those with disabilities. Dependable and adaptable, committed to maintaining high standards of service and passenger safety.
Diligent bus driver with the Town of North Attleboro in the Special Needs Transportation Department with solid background in safely transporting passengers. Successfully navigated various routes and schedules, ensuring timely arrivals and departures. Demonstrated excellent communication and problem-solving skills to handle diverse passenger needs and on-the-road challenges.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
Holmes Bus Company
- Operated bus routes safely and efficiently, ensuring timely service for all passengers.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, providing support and ensuring accessibility on routes.
- Maintained accurate records of ridership and incidents to support operational reporting.
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Ensured timely arrivals and departures by strictly adhering to schedules and effectively managing unforeseen circumstances.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
Bus Driver
Town of North Attleboro
North Attleboro
01.2001 - 06.2026
- Operated bus routes safely and efficiently, ensuring timely service for all passengers.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, providing support and ensuring accessibility on routes.
- Maintained accurate records of ridership and incidents to support operational reporting.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes and passenger needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Attleboro High School
North Attleboro, MA06.1982
Skills
- Clean driving record
- Safety-focused
- Pre-trip inspections
- Weather condition driving
- Safety practices
- Defensive driving
- Passenger safety
- Transporting students
- Adaptable to change
- Inclement weather driving
- Impeccable safety history
- First aid
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Safe driving techniques
- Dependability and punctuality
- Strong safety history
- Bus operation
- Dependable and trustworthy
- Valid Driver's license
- CDL license
- Bus cleaning
- Special needs passengers
Timeline
Bus Driver
Town of North Attleboro
01.2001 - 06.2026
Bus Driver
Holmes Bus Company
High School Diploma -
North Attleboro High School
Bus Maintenance Coordinator
22 years experience maintaining the fleet of 19-22 vehicles which included scheduling with mechanics for preventative maitenance. Coordinate and work with respective garages depending on need.