Shuttle Bus Driver (Part-Time)

Technica LLC; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Technica LLC in Fairbanks, AK is seeking a Shuttle Bus Driver (Van Driver) to transport clients and personnel on a set schedule. The role includes assisting passengers, securing wheelchairs when needed, and performing vehicle maintenance tasks.

The position requires five years of winter-driving experience in Alaska, strong communication with customers, and the ability to operate 12- to 15-passenger vans in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer service experience.
• Five years' experience driving in Alaska winter conditions.
• Skilled at operating front, rear or all‑wheel drive vehicles.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Assists passengers and military units as required in all weather conditions.
• Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilation for passenger comfort.
• Complies with local, state, and federal traffic regulations.
• Inspects van per DOT regulations and checks fuel, oil and water levels before trips.
• Abides by Shuttle Service Operations rules and reports delays or incidents immediately.
• Performs pre-check inspections, dispatching, maintenance, and refueling of equipment.
• Drives 12 or 15 passenger vans for the shuttle services seven days a week.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Alaska winter driving

Vehicle operation

English literacy

Job description

Position Summary

The Shuttle Bus Driver (Van Driver) drives minibus or van to transport clients, trainees, or company personnel; 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. This driver may assist disabled passengers into and out of vehicle, secure passengers' wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip; may operate radio or similar device to communicate with base station or other vehicles to report disruption of service, clean and/or service vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories, keep records of trips and/or behavior of passengers, and perform other duties when not driving such as, custodial and building maintenance tasks. This part-time position will only be available for 29 hours/week.

Position Description

• Assists passengers and military units as required, in all weather conditions to include but not limited to intense heat, smoke, heavy wind, blowing sand, heavy rain, snow, sleet, and ice.
• Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Complies with local, state, and federal traffic regulations.
• Inspects van unit per DOT regulations, responsibilities include confirming fuel, oil, and water levels before departing for a scheduled mission.
• Drivers shall abide by all rules and regulations of the Shuttle Service Operations.
• Must report schedule delays, vehicle damage, or accidents to Shuttle Service Supervisor immediately upon occurrence.
• Responsible for pre-check inspections, record keeping, dispatching, maintaining, utilizing, cleaning, and refueling of the equipment they are utilizing.
• Drive front, rear, or all-wheel drive 12 or 15 passenger vans to complete 3 different shuttle services 7 days a week, however not limited to support mission requirements.
• All other duties assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

• Must have excellent communication skills and experience working with customers.
• Must have five years' experience driving in Alaska winter conditions or comparable winter driving.
• Must be skilled at driving front, rear or all-wheel drive vehicles
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions to include intense heat, smoke, heavy wind, blowing sand, heavy rain, snow, sleet, and ice.
• Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must maintain a drivers license (in good standing)
• Must be able to obtain and retain a Common Access Card (CAC) for base access
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel and bend

**Veterans, Military Spouses, Women, Minorities and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.**