Transportation Coordinator

First Light Resorts; California; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay in first year

Healthcare benefits within 90 days

401K with company match

Fixed weekly room & board (lodge住房)?

Regular schedule with days off

Job summary

First Light Resorts is seeking a full-time licensed Driver at Rush Creek Lodge near Yosemite National Park, CA. You will transport staff, handle on-time deliveries and pickups, and maintain professional, courteous interactions with coworkers in all weather conditions.

You will also manage ride schedules, complete daily safety checks, perform basic vehicle upkeep, and collaborate with HR, Housing and Facilities teams. A high school diploma and a clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; college degree a plus.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Experience living/working in rural/remote environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport staff and conduct on-time deliveries and pickups.
• Drive safely in all weather and follow traffic laws.
• Maintain daily logs, mileage, and expenses.
• Provide hands-on support to multiple lodge departments as needed.
• Schedule rides and manage daily ride times.

Skills

Defensive driving

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Rush Creek Lodge - Yosemite National Park, CA 95321, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $21.00 - $21.00 Hourly, COMPENSATION: Starting at $21.00 per Hour

Snapshot

A hands‑on hospitality role where every day brings new adventures — both on the job and outside in Yosemite’s great outdoors.

IS THIS THE RIGHT JOB FOR ME?

• Do you love making people happy and being part of a diverse team?
• Have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude?
• Enjoy the outdoors and living in a remote, nature-filled setting?
• Want to gain driving and hospitality experience — with room to grow if you excel?

If that sounds like you, this might be the perfect role.

About Us

We are a group of exceptional lodges bordering Yosemite National Park, near granite peaks, fresh mountain air, and some of the most iconic views in the world. We’re looking for a transportation driver who is excited about providing memorable hospitality experiences and helping support a fun and rewarding work environment.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Supportive, inclusive team culture
• Knowledgeable coworkers who share expertise and guidance
• Work where people vacation — hike, climb, explore, or relax in Yosemite’s beauty on your days off

What We Offer

• Sick pay in first year; paid time off thereafter
• Healthcare benefits available within 90 days
• 401K eligible with company match after 1 year
• Regular work schedule withspecific days off
• If living in lodge-owned housing, room & board available for fixed weekly cost

What You Will Do (Job Summary)

Our Lodges are seeking a full‑time licensed, skilled Driver to join our team! Lodge Drivers transport staff, make on‑time deliveries & pick‑ups, interact with employees and others professionally and courteously, and drive cautiously, yet confidently in all weather conditions, all while being observant and adhering to traffic laws. The Driver is a key hourly team member who is highly organized to schedule rides and ensure prompt ride times as well as complete daily safety checks to ensure company equipment is properly maintained and safe.

Drivers must demonstrate flexibility and be open to a number of driving tasks such as shuttle driving to and from the lodge on a set schedule, driving employees to and from the lodges for various personal appointments, making supply runs to pick up or drop off, towing trailers, plowing snow and remaining focused and calm when under pressure to handle people, packages and deliveries with care.

The Driver reports directly to the Housing Manager. The Driver is responsible for staying up to date on scheduled trip information as well as monitoring and helping to schedule rides at appropriate times. The driver must complete their own bookkeeping, including mileage records, expense tracking, hours of service driving regulations, proper hourly time recording and break law adherence. This position works closely with all departments to help fulfill all driving and emergency needs.

Outside of driving, the Driver assists the HR team, Housing, and Facilities Teams with a large variety of tasks, from cleaning to administrative to grounds and maintenance. The driver also jumps in to provide hands‑on support to all other departments, doing whatever they can to help during times of need.

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy helping guests and creating a welcoming environment
• Are reliable, detail‑oriented and organized
• Can balance multiple tasks while maintaining traffic and safety standards
• Work well independently and as part of a supportive team

Key Responsibilities

• Drive safely in all types of weather including rain, fog, and snow
• Comply with all traffic regulations and safety rules
• Strive for zero preventable incidents/accidents
• Flexible schedule to work overtime, evenings, nights, or weekends as necessary
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and notify managers of any red flags
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete deliveries and routes in a timely manner
• Properly maintain logs to track scheduled rides, mileage, expenses, routes, deliveries, etc.
• Safely operate equipment such as vehicle power lift gates, carts, and dollies
• Review daily rides and needs with manager before each shift
• Assist lodge leadership in ensuring all aspects of lodge driving are on time
• Assist Housing Manager with projects in both onsite and offsite housing while not driving
• Communicate professionally at all times with all staff and management
• Support team members and interns while fostering a positive work environment
• Work safely, address/report safety issues, and use proper personal protective equipment
• Comply with work shift schedules and break requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned, including additional lodge support as needed

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED; college degree a plus
• Valid Driver’s License with great driving record
• Experience successfully living/working in rural/remote environment preferred

Competencies/Required Skills and Abilities

• Deep understanding of traffic rules and defensive driving techniques
• Vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting
• Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Reliable, dependable and punctual
• Works well as part of a team and supports others
• Detail‑oriented with good organizational skills
• Follows company policies, procedures and safety standards
• Adheres to food handling and sanitation requirements
• Communicates appropriately, supportively and professionally
• Adaptable, takes initiative, and able to multitask and troubleshoot in a fast‑paced setting
• Demonstrates good judgment, integrity, honesty and professionalism
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow
• Leading a healthy, balanced, drug‑free lifestyle

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• The physical environment requires employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions, and to adhere to departmental uniform standards
• Frequent walking, twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, sitting, climbing stairs
• Ability to stand and move continuously
• Lifting up to 50 pounds and moving carts weighing 300 pounds
• Working with required chemicals and PPE
• Shifts of up to 8 hours per day, plus periodic additional overtime hours and help covering additional shifts when needed

Note

We are an equal opportunity employer and extremely proud of our highly diverse team and embrace diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.