Shuttle Driver - Tribal Transportation - Juneau

Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 59,829,000 - 67,341,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes in Juneau is seeking a Shuttle Van Driver for Tribal Transportation to provide safe, reliable transportation for guests and visitors.

You will operate a shuttle van on established routes, assist passengers, maintain cleanliness and records, and follow all traffic laws and organizational policies. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and a valid driver's license; candidate must be 21+ and capable of lifting luggage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 21 years of age with a Valid Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a shuttle van to transport guests and visitors.
• Provide scheduled and on-demand passenger transportation as assigned.
• Pick up and drop off passengers in a timely, safe, and courteous manner.
• Assist passengers entering/exiting the vehicle and with luggage when appropriate.
• Maintain cleanliness and general appearance of the shuttle vehicle.
• Follow routes, schedules, and safety policies.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Dependable attendance

Communication

License & driving record

Route adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Shuttle Van Driver

Department: Tribal Transportation

Location: Juneau

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade(s): 5 ($20.88-23.49+ DOE)

Purpose: The Shuttle Van Driver provides safe, reliable, and courteous transportation for guests and visitors. This position operates an organizational shuttle van on established or assigned routes, assists passengers as needed, and helps ensure a positive and welcoming transportation experience.

Essential Functions.

• Safely operate a shuttle van to transport guests and visitors to designated locations.
• Provide scheduled and on-demand passenger transportation as assigned.
• Pick up and drop off passengers in a timely, safe, and courteous manner.
• Assist passengers with entering and exiting the vehicle and with luggage or personal belongings when appropriate.
• Provide friendly and professional customer service to passengers.
• Follow assigned routes, schedules, and transportation instructions.
• Maintain awareness of road, traffic, and weather conditions and adjust driving practices accordingly.
• Conduct basic pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Maintain the cleanliness and general appearance of the shuttle vehicle.
• Ensure the vehicle is fueled and ready for scheduled transportation needs.
• Follow all applicable traffic laws, safety requirements, and organizational policies.
• Maintain required trip, mileage, inspection, or other transportation records.
• Immediately report vehicle accidents, incidents, passenger concerns, or safety issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Safeguard organizational vehicles, keys, fuel cards, and other assigned property.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities.

• A comprehensive set of capabilities required to perform job tasks effectively:
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and applicable traffic laws.
• Ability to safely operate a passenger shuttle van in varying road and weather conditions.
• Ability to follow schedules, routes, maps, and verbal or written directions.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with guests and visitors.
• Ability to work independently and use good judgment.
• Ability to maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to complete basic vehicle inspections and recognize potential safety or maintenance concerns.
• Ability to maintain required transportation records.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age with a Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous professional driving, shuttle, transportation, hospitality, or customer service experience preferred

Physical Requirements.

• Ability to sit and operate a motor vehicle for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate a passenger shuttle vehicle with seating for up to 14 passengers and a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of up to 26,000 pounds.
• Ability to frequently enter and exit a passenger vehicle.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather and road conditions.

Work Environment.

• Certain positions at Tlingit and Haida may have exposure to certain hazardous materials or conditions. The supervisor will review these if applicable.