Shuttle Driver (Seasonal Part-Time)

MOUNTAIN LAKE; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Lake in Lake Wales, FL, is seeking a dependable shuttle driver responsible for transporting Team Members and others safely within the community and to designated locations. You will follow schedules, monitor passengers, and ensure compliance with traffic laws and company policies.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least 5 years of driving, a valid Florida driver’s license, clean driving record in the last 5 years, and good customer service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 25 years of age due to company insurance requirements.
• Driving for a minimum of 5 years.
• No driving infractions of any kind in the past 5 years.
• Previous shuttle/bus/taxi driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collate and edit transport schedules based on passengers' needs.
• Arrive at collection points prior to departure times.
• Confirm that all passengers are present and record no-shows.
• Ensure adherence to passenger limits.
• Avoid high-traffic and accident-prone routes, where possible.
• Observe all relevant traffic and safety laws.
• Ensure that the shuttle vehicle is fueled, well-maintained, and presentable at all times.
• Pick up and deliver passengers on-time.
• Check that passengers disembark at the correct destinations, and in a timely manner.
• Record and report all major accidents and incidents to the manager.

Skills

Driving safety

Customer service

Time management

Route planning

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main Office - Lake Wales, FL 33898

SUMMARY

Responsible for the courteous, safe, and timely transportation of Team Members and other people and materials as needed within the Mountain Lake and surrounding community. This position must demonstrate strict adherence to schedules and transport-related legislation. Ultimately, an extraordinary shuttle bus driver will be able to diagnose and remedy basic mechanical issues that may arise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following.

• Collate and edit transport schedules based on passengers' needs.
• Arrive at collection points prior to departure times.
• Confirm that all passengers are present and record no-shows.
• Ensure adherence to passenger limits.
• Avoid high-traffic and accident-prone routes, where possible.
• Observe all relevant traffic and safety laws.
• Ensure that the shuttle vehicle is fueled, well-maintained, and presentable at all times.
• Pick up and deliver passengers on-time.
• Check that passengers disembark at the correct destinations, and in a timely manner.
• Record and report all major accidents and incidents to the manager.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other work-related duties and special projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL OF:

• Applicable transport and safety codes/regulations
• Proper and lawful driving technic and rules/laws of the road
• First Aid is preferred
• Basic working knowledge of passenger cars/trucks/vans
• Customer Service

ABILITY TO:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Meet time schedules, deadlines, and plan and organize work
• Plan transportation routes
• Work confidently with discretion and independently with little direction
• Work cooperatively with others using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Maintain amicable and optimistic disposition
• Work flexible hours, days, nights, and weekends

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 25 years of age due to company insurance requirements
• Driving for a minimum of 5 years
• No driving infractions of any kind in the past 5 years
• Previous shuttle/bus/taxi driving experience preferred

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

• Valid Florida Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to sit for a prolonged period of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to stoop and kneel.
• Must have the visual acuity to see the road and adjacent areas.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member works in a vehicle traveling on roads and highways. In this environment:

• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and cold/hot temperatures.
• Moderate to loud noise level in the work environment.

EEO STATEMENT

Mountain Lake does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.