Bus Driver - Full-Time $250 Retention Bonus

Akima; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Full-time hours

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is seeking a full-time bus driver to transport military personnel on Fort Sill Army installation according to time schedules. The role requires a valid CDL A/B, clean driving record, and ability to pass a DoT physical and background checks.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, coordinating with dispatch, and maintaining logs. Compensation includes $23/hour with a $250 retention bonus after 90 days and 40-hour work weeks with variable shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have current and valid CDL A or CDL B license.
• Clean driving record for past seven years.
• Ability to pass a DoT physical and obtain CAC.

Responsibilities

• Drive 44-seat passenger bus for military passengers on Fort Sill, OK.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain required documentation.
• Coordinate with supervisors/dispatchers for timely deliveries.
• Report maintenance issues and support other tasks as assigned.
• Comply with installation access/security requirements and maintain logs.

Skills

Safe driving

DOT compliance

Communication

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Safely and compliantly drives 44 seat passenger bus to transport military passengers over specified routes to local points on Fort Sill Army installation, according to time schedule. Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort. Complies with local traffic regulations, and reports delays or accidents to transportation motor pool (TMP).

Responsibilities

• Perform daily vehicle inspections, maintain required documentation, and follow all DOT, OSHA, and installation safety rules.
• Load and unload personnel safely using proper equipment and techniques.
• Coordinate with supervisors and dispatchers to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Report maintenance issues promptly and assist with general support tasks as assigned.
• Comply with installation access and security requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, and logs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must have current and valid CDL A or CDL B license.
• Clean driving record for past seven (7) years.
• Ability to pass a DoT physical.
• Valid and current medical card or insurance equivalent.
• Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result, obtain and maintain a CAC.
• Applicant must possess a REAL ID-compliant, state-issued driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications:

• Completed prerequisite training for Army Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 88M – Motor Transport Operator desired.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 60 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, reaching, and operating in tiring positions.
• Periodic overtime, exposure to heat, dust, cold, and inclement weather conditions.
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., eye protection, gloves) may be required.

Pay & Benefits:

• SCA $23/hour and $250 Retention bonus after successfully completing 90 days employment.
• Hours per Week– Full Time, 40 hours a week.
• Shifts: Variable.

Job ID

2026-26285

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.