Shuttle Bus Driver - JFK Airport

Shuttle Bus Driver

Drive safety and comfort one stop at a time - become a shuttle bus driver today!

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

Why work for PrimeFlight?

• Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (*Benefits may vary based on eligibility)
• We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
• Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
• With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

Summary overview

The shuttle bus driver is responsible for safely and promptly transporting passengers between various airport locations. The driver must follow strict schedules to ensure passengers reach their destinations on time while maintaining safety and comfort. Duties also include assisting with luggage and answering passenger questions about airport facilities and services. Regular vehicle maintenance checks and reporting any issues or delays to the transport team are essential parts of the job.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers between terminals, parking lots, and other airport locations
• Operate various types of shuttle buses and vehicles in a safe and efficient manner
• Adhere to all traffic and airport regulations while driving
• Assist passengers with embarking and disembarking, ensuring their comfort and safety
• Handle passenger luggage with care during loading and unloading
• Maintain a clean and orderly vehicle at all times
• Provide passengers with information about airport facilities and services
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks and report any issues
• Keep accurate records of travel routes, passenger counts, and schedules
• Respond professionally to passenger inquiries and provide excellent customer service
• Coordinate with airport staff and other drivers to manage traffic and parking challenges
• Stay informed of flight schedules and airport events to anticipate passenger needs
• Comply with safety procedures and protocols in emergency situations
• Participate in training and certification programs as required by the employer
• Demonstrate punctuality in all scheduled routes and assignments
• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable).
• Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

Physical activity/working conditions may include:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Position is generally sedentary, sitting for long periods of time
• May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands
• May need to push, pull
• May need to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
• May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

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