Richard Travis Pangelinan
Yigo
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background as a School Bus Driver for the Department of Public Works, demonstrating effective communication and safety-focused driving practices. Proven ability to maintain vehicle inspections and foster a positive environment for students, ensuring timely and secure transportation while adhering to strict safety regulations.
Hardworking well-qualified combat professional maintaining equipment, completing patrols and briefing leadership. Knowledgeable about risk, safety gear and terrain assessments. Stepped into the Sergeant role with a focus on fostering teamwork and driving unit excellence through strong, collaborative leadership. Known for leading by example and inspiring trust, consistently building a cohesive and high-performing team in demanding environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Department of Public Works
Yigo
01.2016 - Current
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Inspected and serviced buses on regular basis.
Infantryman
Guam Army National Guard
Barrigada Village, Guam
01.2019 - Current
- Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
- Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
- Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Provided security for military installations by conducting regular perimeter patrols and monitoring access points.
- Secured key locations during operations, establishing a safe environment for friendly forces to operate within.
- Maintained high standards of weapons handling, ensuring safety and preparedness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Simon Sanchez High School
Yigo 06-2008
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Vehicle inspections
- Pre-trip inspections
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Radio communications
- Weapons handling
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
Additional Information
- Recently promoted to Sergeant, showcasing leadership and dedication.
- Successfully completed two deployments on security missions, serving as an ECP Gunner and Gate Guard.
- Completed advanced gunner training, enhancing expertise in operational security and tactical skills.
- Performed comprehensive perimeter inspections, maintained hourly communication through radio checks, and provided regular personnel status updates to BDOC.
Timeline
Infantryman
Guam Army National Guard
01.2019 - Current
School Bus Driver
Department of Public Works
01.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Simon Sanchez High School