Kevin Phillips
Nashville
Summary
Knowledgeable CDL driver with solid history in urban transportation. Proven ability to ensure passenger safety while maintaining punctual schedules. Demonstrated problem-solving and route planning skills enhance operational efficiency.
Transportation professional known for teamwork, adaptability, and reliability. Possesses strong communication and navigation skills.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Metro City Bus Driver
DTO-Nashville, TN
04.2014 - 08.2025
- Drove bus to safely transport passengers over scheduled routes and authorized stops.
- Effectively communicated with other drivers via radio equipment during shifts to coordinate route updates or share vital information regarding incidents or delays.
- Handled fare collection accurately, ensuring proper revenue generation for the city transit system.
- Managed challenging situations involving unruly passengers calmly and professionally, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Reported vehicle traffic violations, vehicle damage, and accidents to management to comply with legal and insurance obligations.
- Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
- Maintained excellent safety record with vigilant driving and adherence to traffic regulations.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to resolve route issues, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Shuttle Bus Driver
Nashville Moves-Nashville, TN
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Drove bus to safely transport passengers over scheduled routes and authorized stops.
- Facilitated prompt pick-ups and drop-offs by accurately planning routes based on passenger requirements or event schedules.
- Adhered to local traffic regulations while operating shuttle buses in various weather conditions for maximum safety.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking, ensuring a smooth and safe experience for all riders.
- Managed accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, and vehicle repairs, optimizing fleet efficiency.
- Navigated traffic effectively to minimize delays and ensure punctual transportation services for clients.
- Promoted accessibility by assisting disabled passengers with wheelchair lifts or other specialized equipment as needed.
- Provided information about stops or destinations upon request from passengers in a knowledgeable manner to enhance their overall experience.
- Observed safety protocols during emergency situations, ensuring the well-being of passengers and mitigating potential risks or hazards effectively.
- Greeted customers with friendliness and professionalism, engaging in conversation to build rapport.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Interstate Bus Driver
Greyhound Lines Incorporated-Nashville, TN
04.1996 - 06.2012
- Operated busses safely to destinations, in accordance to schedules, with or without passengers onboard.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the motor coach to ensure safe operating conditions.
- Responsible for the boarding and de-boarding of passengers.
- Provided passengers with assistance and information such as destinations, stops and connections, changes, rules for riding, and any critical events if they occurred.
- Enforced the rules of the motor coach; made determination of whether incidents on the motor coach required unscheduled stops or the notification of law enforcement; considered welfare of all passengers.
- Completes all required documentation and maintains driver logs according to company regulations.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring safe boarding, comfortable travel, and proper disembarking procedures were followed.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
Vehicle Transporter
AMERIFLEET TRANSPORTATION-Alpharetta, GA
03.2009 - 04.2012
- Responsible for transporting vehicles for fleet logistics services. Local and over the road deliveries. Picking up and delivering vehicles, providing customer service and ensuring timely deliveries to rental locations, dealerships or customer sites. Performing and submitting electronic condition reports on vehicles. Maintaining communication with dispatchers, customers and other drivers to ensure smooth operations.
- Mitigated potential issues during transport by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections of all assigned vehicles.
- Maximized fuel efficiency by employing eco-driving techniques when operating transport vehicles.
- Managed inventory control for transported vehicles, ensuring accurate tracking records were maintained at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to identify areas for improvement in the transportation process, implementing changes as needed.
- Safeguarded client property by adhering to strict security measures while loading, unloading, and transporting vehicles on company equipment.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized fleet of transport vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and presentation.
Active Duty Military
Department of Defense, United States Army-Fort Campbell, KY
03.1988 - 03.1996
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
- Conducted regular maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring maximum reliability and readiness for mission-critical tasks.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Promoted a culture of accountability by enforcing strict adherence to military standards and protocols.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Cultivated positive relationships with local communities while deployed, fostering mutual respect and cooperation during missions.
Education
High school diploma -
Lafayette High School
Wildwood, MO05.1986
Skills
- Commercial Driving
- Time management
- DoD Experience
- Safe driving practices
- Elderly and disabled assistance
- Defensive driving
- Traffic laws
- Customer service
- Inclement weather driving
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Pre-trip inspections
- DOT standards
- CDL Class P
Certification
- CDL
- Passenger Endorsement
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Shuttle Bus Driver
Nashville Moves-Nashville, TN
01.2015 - 12.2017
Metro City Bus Driver
DTO-Nashville, TN
04.2014 - 08.2025
Vehicle Transporter
AMERIFLEET TRANSPORTATION-Alpharetta, GA
03.2009 - 04.2012
Interstate Bus Driver
Greyhound Lines Incorporated-Nashville, TN
04.1996 - 06.2012
Active Duty Military
Department of Defense, United States Army-Fort Campbell, KY
03.1988 - 03.1996
High school diploma -
Lafayette High School
Military Service
- Branch: United States Army
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: Specialist E-4
- April 1988 to March 1996
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