CDL Driver – Gainesville, FL

CMTS LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CMTS LLC in Gainesville, FL seeks a CDL Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for university operations, construction teams, and visitors. The role requires a Class A or B CDL with a Passenger endorsement and at least five years of experience operating commercial passenger vehicles.

You will perform daily vehicle inspections, maintain logs, and coordinate schedules with project management while upholding safety and regulatory standards in a dynamic airport environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class A or Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement.
• Minimum five years of experience operating commercial passenger vehicles.
• Clean driving record with no major violations.
• Ability to pass background checks and work flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport contractors, visitors, and stakeholders within university facilities.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and complete reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, traffic, and operational regulations.
• Coordinate transportation schedules with project management teams.
• Maintain vehicle logs, mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance records.
• Provide professional customer service to staff and project stakeholders.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

CDL Driver – Gainesville, FL

Full-Time | On-Site | Gainesville, FL

Why CMTS

Every day at CMTS, our team delivers infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. With over 42 years of industry experience, CMTS has built a strong foundation for continued success, providing project and construction management services to public and private clients nationwide.

We value our employees by fostering a culture of learning, professional development, and collaboration. CMTS is committed to maintaining a work environment that emphasizes safety, integrity, and accountability while supporting work-life balance and employee well-being. Our teams are empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact through the projects we deliver.

About Your Role

The CDL Driver is responsible for providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services in support of university operations, construction programs, and project teams. This position plays a critical role in transporting personnel, contractors, visitors, and materials throughout facilities while ensuring compliance with all university safety, security, and operational requirements. The successful candidate will maintain professional standards of customer service, vehicle operation, and regulatory compliance in a dynamic airport environment.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Required Certifications

• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Passenger (P) Endorsement required.
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

What You'll Need to Get the Job Done

• Minimum five (5) years of experience operating commercial passenger vehicles.
• Experience transporting contractors and project staff.
  
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Clean driving record with no major violations.
• Ability to work flexible schedules.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience operating shuttle buses, crew vans, passenger transport vehicles, or commercial buses.
• Experience working in and around active construction zones.

What You'll Do

• Safely transport contractors, visitors, and stakeholders throughout university facilities and designated operational areas.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and complete required vehicle condition reports.
• Ensure compliance with university safety, security, traffic, and operational regulations.
• Coordinate transportation schedules and assignments with project management teams.
• Maintain accurate vehicle logs, mileage records, fuel usage reports, and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with the transportation of materials, equipment, and supplies as operational needs require.
• Support emergency response activities and special operational requirements.
• Report accidents, incidents, hazards, maintenance concerns, and safety issues immediately.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service while interacting with staff, contractors, passengers, and project stakeholders.
• Maintain awareness of ongoing construction activities, restricted access areas, and changing traffic patterns throughout the university.
• Assist with special transportation requests and operational support assignments as directed.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You Can Expect from CMTS

• Opportunities to support high-profile airport infrastructure and construction programs.
• Collaborative and growth-focused team environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• A culture focused on safety, integrity, accountability, and employee well-being.
• Opportunity to contribute to projects that positively impact transportation infrastructure and the traveling public.
• Exposure to large-scale airport operations and capital improvement programs.

Salary

• $25.00 per hour

Compensation is based on qualifications, experience, skills, certifications, and other job-related factors.

A bonus may be granted to employees depending on individual performance, employee utilization, attendance, tenure, and furtherance of other non-financial corporate goals; bonus opportunities are available at management’s discretion.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.