Part-Time Shuttle Driver – Government & Soldier Transport

Cayuse Holdings; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Cayuse Holdings is seeking a part-time Bus Driver to support passenger transport in the National Capital Region, with sites in Bethesda and Fort Belvoir. The role emphasizes safety, punctuality, and respectful service to WII Soldiers.

Responsibilities include operating minibus/bus/van per schedule, assisting passengers, and performing pre-trip checks. Training and compliance with DOT, CAC, and ADA standards are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bus drivers/operators Class B License with Passenger Endorsement (valid state operator’s license appropriate for the equipment being operated)
• Demonstrable experience in a professional driving position with a clean driving record and proficiency in vehicle operational safety.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English to a standard required for safe operations and effective communication.
• Must be able to pass annual Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated physical exams.
• Valid Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) or the ability to obtain one.
• Must be able to obtain Army Accident-Avoidance card.
• Qualified in operating American Disability Act (ADA) equipped vehicles and assisting with the transfer of patients onto and out of shuttles.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated NACI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Drives minibus, bus, or van to transport clients, trainees, or government personnel over specified or alternate routes to local or distant points according to the time schedule.
• Assists passengers.
• Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Compliance with local traffic regulations, and reports delays or accidents.
• Drives vehicle from individual or central loading area to social services or rehabilitation center, training location, job site, or other destination according to assigned schedule.
• Must inspect bus and check gas, oil, and water before departure as well as other PMCS checks.
• Transports soldiers, pupils and/or government officials and patrons between pickup points and school.
• Must be able to drive diesel, and/or electric powered transit equipment to transport passengers over established city and governments routes.
• Drivers must be able to assist STs into and out of vehicle; may need to lend minimal physical assistance to passengers while loading and unloading.
• Must load wheelchairs with passengers seated, secure passengers, then secure wheelchair(s) to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip.
• Must be able operate phones or similar device to communicate with base station or other vehicles to report disruption of service.
• Clean vehicles, service vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories.
• Keeps record of trips and/or behavior of passengers. Complete all required documentation neatly and completely, daily.
• Perform other duties when not driving as directed by the Supervisor, such as: Take a vehicle to or from a maintenance provider, move a SRB operated vehicle as required by contract personnel, add, or remove items to the vehicle as required by contract personnel, receive new equipment training as required by government contract personnel, assist in reconfiguring a vehicle as required by government contract personnel, respond to customer inquiries, and secure keys and materials at the end of each shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe driving

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class B License with Passenger Endorsement

DOT medical exam clearance

Job description

Cayuse Holdings is seeking a part-time Bus Driver to support passenger transport in the National Capital Region, with sites in Bethesda and Fort Belvoir. The role emphasizes safety, punctuality, and respectful service to WII Soldiers.

Responsibilities include operating minibus/bus/van per schedule, assisting passengers, and performing pre-trip checks. Training and compliance with DOT, CAC, and ADA standards are required.