Field Bus Driver

Onpoint Industrial Services; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Onpoint Industrial Services is seeking a Field Bus Driver/Shuttle Driver responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of passengers during transportation to and from client facilities. This role involves following pre-determined bus routes, complying with traffic regulations, and maintaining the bus's operational standards.

The ideal candidate must possess a valid CDL driver's license and ensure all safety certifications are up to date. Join our team to contribute to safe and efficient transportation operations across North America.

Qualifications

• Current CDL driver's license with a P endorsement is required.
• Must maintain proper driver certifications.
• Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and welfare of all passengers during transportation.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Follow all traffic safety regulations and company/client safety protocols.

Job description

Job Summary & Mission

Under the general direction of the Transportation Coordinator on an assigned project (turnaround or capital project), the Field Bus Driver/Shuttle Driver has the primary responsibility for the safety and welfare of the passengers during bus transportation to and from the client facility. The Field Bus Driver/Shuttle Driver is also responsible for following the pre‑determined bus route in a safe, responsible, and efficient manner, following all traffic safety regulations and company/client safety protocol. The Field Bus Driver/Shuttle Driver is also responsible for ensuring the bus is clean and in proper working condition at all times; maintaining all bus and transportation records as required by the DOT and Onpoint.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and well-being of all passengers being transported to and from the client facility.
• Reports to work at the designated time, ensuring ample time for pre‑trip inspections, instructions, safety briefings, etc.
• Ensures all driver certifications are current and up to date at all times. This includes CDL driver’s license with a P endorsement; ISTC badge; DOT examiner’s card and site facility badge (if required). Reports any changes to the Transportation Coordinator or designee immediately.
• Ensures a proper MVR is maintained regularly within the Onpoint specified guidelines. Immediately reports any traffic citations or accidents (on or off the job) to the Transportation Coordinator.
• Completes a pre‑trip/post‑trip inspection each shift and turns in daily to the Transportation Coordinator or designee, ensuring that any issues are written up until such time they are repaired. Immediately reports defects such as flat/worn tires, air leaks, brake issues, horn, lights or other defects that may affect the safe operation of the bus. Ensures the bus has all proper fluid levels.
• Ensures the bus always has sufficient fuel.
• Follows efficient and safe, established bus route(s) at all times and operates the bus in such a way that all road and safety regulations are always followed. Reports any deviations or traffic violations/accidents/near misses immediately to the Transportation Coordinator or designee.
• Follows all local, state and federal laws while operating a vehicle at the direction of Onpoint.
• Follows all company/client safety standards at all times, including but not limited to the wearing of seat belt at all times while the bus is in motion and not using a cellular phone at any time while on the bus whether parked or in motion.
• Keeps the assigned vehicle clean from waste and dirt for the health and safety of all passengers, including the driver. This includes sweeping, taking out the trash, wiping the seats down, cleaning windows and dash area, and washing the floor if necessary (i.e., cleaning up spills).
• Ensures all seatbelts are buckled, on top of the seat and visible at the end of each shift.
• Maintains an orderly bus atmosphere, conducive to safe driving.
• Pay attention to all signs in the client facility or in any residential or highway area.
• Ensures the proper recording of arrival and departure times on the site sign in sheet each and every scheduled shift.
• In the event of an accident, ensures that medical emergency procedures are followed; completes an accident report as required by the Company, and immediately notifies the Transportation Coordinator or designee.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Travel Requirements

The Field Bus Driver/Shuttle Driver may be required to travel to conduct the Company’s business at various customer locations throughout North America.