Shuttle Bus Driver - Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA

Shuttle Bus Driver - Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA

Attention Military Affiliated Job Seekers: Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. This role is "On-Site" at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Tacoma, Washington.

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is looking for a Shuttle Bus Driver to join our team of outstanding professionals. Responsibilities include driving minibus or van to transport clients, trainees, or company personnel; driving vehicle from individual or central loading area to social services or rehabilitation center, training location, job site, or other destination according to assigned schedule. This driver may assist disabled passengers into and out of vehicle, secure passengers' wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip; may operate radio or similar device to communicate with base station or other vehicles to report disruption of service, clean and/or service vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories, keep records of trips and/or behavior of passengers, and perform other duties when not driving such as, custodial and building maintenance tasks.

Customer Service: Shuttle bus drivers must have exceptional customer service skills. They must be polite and professional, and make sure passengers are satisfied with their ride. Shuttles drivers must arrive to work on time, drive their vehicles following a set schedule or route. Drivers must have the stamina to sit for several hours at a time, and the hand-eye coordination to operate their vehicles while watching their surroundings. Ensures that passengers are safely loaded and unloaded from their buses (Vans). At the beginning and end of their shift, they inspect their vehicle to ensure that it is functioning correctly. Ability to read street maps, understanding their route by studying maps if necessary. Must maintain contact with the dispatcher and keep track of passenger pickups and drop-offs as necessary for log count.

Minimum Education Required: High School/GED

Job Category: Driver

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities: Qualifications Class A license High School graduate or equivalent. Must have a valid Washington driver's license at the time of hire. Must not have any health-related issues that prevents or restricts prolonged driving. Some knowledge of military operations and schedules. Must have good oral and written communication skills. Must possess and continuously maintain a current State of Washington driver's license.

City: Joint Base Lewis McChord

State: Washington

Job Code: Operations_Specialist

Company: Akima