Shuttle Driver

VSS International, Inc.; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

VSS International, Inc. is seeking a Shuttle Driver to support Monterey County projects. The role requires working outdoors on road construction crews, being safe, hardworking, and team-oriented.

You will transport employees and materials, follow routes and schedules, perform pre/post-trip inspections, document trips, and maintain clean vehicles. Valid driver’s license and ability to pass screenings are required; CDL may be needed depending on vehicle type.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL may be required depending on vehicle type.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors on construction sites and odd hours.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate shuttle vehicles to transport employees and supplies.
• Follow routes, schedules, and safety procedures.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Assist passengers with boarding and deboarding.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report defects.
• Complete trip logs and fuel records accurately.

Skills

Safe driving

Defensive driving

GPS navigation

Communication

Flexible schedule

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

GPS Tracking System

Job description

\"OUR PEOPLE ARE OUR STRATEGY\"

We are in need of Shuttle Driver for our VSS International, Inc . This opportunity is in Monterey County contingent upon being awarded the project.

The ideal candidate will be a safe, hardworking, team-oriented person who is ok with working outdoors on road construction crews.

General Duties

• Safely operate assigned shuttle vehicles or company vehicles to transport employees, crew members, passengers, tools, materials, and/or equipment to designated locations.


• Follow assigned routes, schedules, dispatch instructions, and company procedures to ensure timely pick-ups, drop-offs, and transportation support.


• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including checking tires, fluids, lights, brakes, safety equipment, cleanliness, and overall vehicle condition.


• Assist passengers with safe boarding and exiting when needed and ensure passengers follow applicable safety procedures while riding in company vehicles.


• Maintain a clean, fueled, organized, and presentable vehicle interior and exterior.


• Communicate professionally with supervisors, dispatch, foremen, crew members, passengers, hotel staff, vendors, and customers as needed.


• Complete required trip logs, mileage records, inspection forms, fuel records, passenger counts, or other transportation-related documentation accurately and on time.


• Report vehicle defects, mechanical concerns, delays, accidents, incidents, safety hazards, or passenger concerns to the supervisor promptly.


• Follow all traffic laws, DOT requirements, company driving policies, client requirements, and jobsite safety rules.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe driving practices, defensive driving, traffic laws, route planning, and vehicle safety procedures.


• Ability to safely operate assigned shuttle vehicles in varying traffic, weather, roadway, and jobsite conditions.


• Ability to perform basic vehicle inspections, identify maintenance concerns, and complete accurate documentation.


• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills when interacting with supervisors, crew members, passengers, and the public.


• Ability to use GPS, maps, mobile devices, radios, or other communication tools to follow routes and receive instructions.


• Dependable attendance, punctuality, professionalism, and willingness to work overtime, weekends, nights, and variable schedules as needed.


• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.


• Previous professional driving, shuttle driving, commercial driving, passenger transportation, or construction transportation experience preferred.


• Valid driver’s license required. CDL and passenger endorsement may be required depending on assigned vehicle type, route, and passenger capacity.


• Acceptable driving record required in accordance with company policy and insurance requirements.


• Must be able to pass company-required pre-employment screening, drug testing, background checks, motor vehicle record checks, and any applicable physical or fit-for-duty requirements.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.