Shuttle Driver

VSS International, Inc.; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

VSS International, Inc. is seeking a Shuttle Driver in Santa Cruz County to safely transport employees and crew members on road construction sites. The role requires strict adherence to schedules, safety protocols, and professional communication with team members and site staff.

The ideal candidate will be safety-conscious, reliable, and comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions. A high school diploma and valid driver’s license are required, with CDL/passenger endorsement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL and passenger endorsement may be required depending on vehicle type.
• Experience in shuttle driving, passenger transport, or construction transportation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate shuttle vehicles to transport employees, crew members, and passengers.
• Follow routes, schedules, and safety procedures to ensure timely pickups and drop-offs.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report any vehicle issues.
• Assist passengers with boarding/exiting and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Maintain clean vehicle interiors/exteriors and professional appearance.

Skills

Defensive driving

Safe driving practices

Customer service

GPS/navigation

Communication

Overtime/weekends/night shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Tools

GPS device

Radios

Vehicle inspection

CDL with passenger endorsement (preferred)

Job description

\"OUR PEOPLEAREOUR STRATEGY\"

We are in need of Shuttle Driver for our VSS International, Inc . This opportunity is in Santa Cruz County is 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 Affinitive 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.