Driver & Artist Servicing (part-time)

REPORTS TO: Artist Services Manager

SUMMARY: Come and join our team during the exciting 2025/2026 season! We have returned to Powell Hall at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center and have an impressive lineup of concerts and guest artists planned for the entire season.


The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Driver and Artist Servicing role ensures the safe, professional, and timely transport of guest soloists, conductors, and other visitors between airports, hotels, and Powell Hall for rehearsals and concerts. This role uses the SLSO vehicle and may use one's personal vehicle at times with mileage reimbursement. In addition, the role will include coordinating transport logistics and meals for guest artists and other miscellaneous artist and departmental support that varies based on the assignment.


This part time (temporary) position with hours that vary, depending on weekly performance schedule. Compensation is $18/hour.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely transport SLSO guest artists, conductors, and other visitors to and from designated locations.
• Communicate with Artistic/Operations staff to coordinate and confirm transportation needs, schedules, and other artist support needed per assignment.
• Represent the SLSO professionally in all interactions, ensuring a welcoming and respectful experience for all passengers.
• Routine vehicle maintenance (e.g., oil changes, car washes, license plate renewals), reporting any issues to the Artist Services Manager.
• Support Artistic/Operations department with miscellaneous tasks.

Skills & Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum age of 25 to meet legal requirements to rent a larger passenger van. This role may require transporting up to 14 passengers. Comfortable operating vehicles from sedan to large passenger van.
• Valid Class E driver's license and clean driving record required; will need to provide copy of Class E driver's license and complete motor vehicle record (MVR) check prior to hire and every 6 months. SLSO may reimburse cost of obtaining Class E license if needed.
• 1-2 years'+ experience in customer service, hospitality or guest relations strongly preferred.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills. Ability to read social cues and adapt tone (e.g., quiet or conversational) to guest preferences.
• Excellent knowledge of St. Louis roads, highways, and common traffic patterns.
• Reliable and punctual, with the flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to closely follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to lift standard luggage into and out of vehicle, up to 40 lb.
• Familiarity with classical music or orchestral environments a plus.

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