Shuttle Driver

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Swarthmore (Delaware County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, PA, seeks a Shuttle Driver to operate the Garnet Shuttle, providing safe, reliable transport for students, staff and faculty across campus.

The role requires a valid Class 6 license, ability to use an ADA ramp, and a clean driving record; prior shuttle experience and CDL are a plus. The position emphasizes safety, inspections, and compliance with background checks.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class 6 Driver’s License and be able to operate an ADA accessible ramp.
• Must have a clean driving record and be accident‑free for minimum of 6 years.
• CDL and shuttle driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional shuttle service to the Swarthmore College community.
• Operate a 14-passenger van in varying weather and road conditions.
• Perform pre/post vehicle inspections and report deficiencies promptly.

Skills

Valid driver's license

ADA ramp operation

Clean driving record

6+ years driving experience

Shuttle driving

CDL preferred

Job description

Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425‑acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods.

Under general supervision, the Shuttle Driver operates the Garnet Shuttle to various points on campus and transports students, staff and faculty safely.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide professional shuttle service to the Swarthmore College community.
• Be able to operate a 14‑passenger van in inclement weather and road conditions.
• Conduct a pre/post inspection to ensure safe operation of the vehicle and document/report deficiencies or damage to the on‑duty supervisor promptly.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a valid Class 6 Driver’s License and be able to operate an ADA accessible ramp.
• Must have a clean driving record and be accident‑free for minimum of 6 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous driving experience as a shuttle driver and or CDL preferred.

The pay for this position is $20.60 per hour, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting.

Act 153 Clearance Required by Position

This position may regularly interact with minors. Under Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law, (23 Pa. Cons. Stat. §§6301, et seq.) employees who have direct contact with minors are required to obtain the following background clearances prior to the start of employment:

• Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History (PATCH) through the Pennsylvania State Police
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (PACA) through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
• FBI Criminal History Background Check (FBI Fingerprint).

MVR Clearance Required by Position

Due to operating a college‑owned motor vehicle while performing essential job responsibilities for this position, a motor vehicle report (MVR) clearance is required prior to the start of employment.

Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Advertised: Jul 08 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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