CDL Shuttle Driver - Class B Passenger Endorsement Required

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Long Beach, CA 

Employment Type: Contract Based, W2 

Schedule: Full-time or part-time, based on project and VA requirements

Rate: $26.00 – $32.00 per hour (dependent on experience, qualifications, and VA approval) 

Position Overview

Kaleidoscope Supply Services supports the staffing of this position on behalf of a client company. If selected, you will be employed directly by the client—not Kaleidoscope, the VA, or the federal government.  

This position supports transportation services provided under a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) contract. Drivers play an important role in ensuring veterans, authorized visitors, and personnel receive safe, reliable, and professional transportation services. 

About the Role  

In this position, you will safely transport veterans, authorized visitors, and personnel between designated facilities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and customer service. Drivers serve as an important part of the VA experience by providing reliable, courteous, and dependable transportation support. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Safely transport passengers along designated routes according to established schedules.
• Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safe operating conditions, including inspection of brakes, lights, tires, and fluid levels.
• Assist passengers during boarding and deboarding, including individuals with disabilities or mobility limitations.
• Operate wheelchair lifts, securement systems, and other accessibility equipment as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and compliant vehicle conditions in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and VA standards.
• Accurately record hours, mileage, passenger counts, inspections, and maintenance concerns.
• Adapt to changing weather, traffic, and construction conditions while maintaining communication with dispatch and program supervisors.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service to veterans, visitors, and staff.
• Refuel vehicles and maintain required fuel, inspection, and operational logs.
• Immediately report accidents, injuries, vehicle damage, maintenance concerns, or safety incidents to management.

Qualifications & Skills  

• Valid California CDL Class B with Passenger (P) Endorsement required.
• Air Brake endorsement preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of professional passenger transportation, shuttle, transit, bus, paratransit, or similar commercial driving experience.
• Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (Medical Card).
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) with no major violations, suspensions, or reckless driving convictions.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, customer service orientation, and commitment to safety. 

Contract Details

• This position supports a federal contract with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
• Final placement, assignment, and start date are contingent upon client and/or VA approval.
• While Kaleidoscope Supply Services manages the recruitment process, the employer of record will be the client company supporting the contract.

Compensation

• Hourly pay for all hours worked
• Compensation based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and client approval requirements
• W-2 employee position
• Overtime requires advance approval

Benefits
Eligible employees may participate in:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• California paid sick leave
• SIMPLE IRA retirement savings plan

Benefits are subject to plan terms, eligibility requirements, and change.

Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background checks, screening requirements, onboarding, and client and/or VA approval processes.
Employees must comply with all workplace conduct, safety, security, and confidentiality requirements.

Additional Information
Veterans, military spouses, and candidates with related experience are encouraged to apply.
Schedule requirements may vary based on operational and contract needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The client company and Kaleidoscope Supply Services are Equal Opportunity Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.