What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shuttle Driver position at Prime, Inc.?
Overview
Prime's enviable reputation within the transportation industry is a culmination of more than forty-five years of dedication to a unique corporate culture which seeks the most qualified professionals and routinely rewards them accordingly. Every Prime associate, driving and non-driving alike, is selected for their outstanding ability to perform well beyond typical expectations.
Positive, enterprising and highly-motivated individuals who possess the talent, creativity and drive to excel, routinely succeed once they join the Prime Team. The stated goal of Prime is simply to strive to be the best, not necessarily the biggest. The Prime Team cooperates to exceed customer requirements by providing exceptional customer service.
Prime has been built on the simple, yet significant philosophy that providing the best staff with the best equipment, the best support system and the best training ultimately leads to the best customer service. Prime's continued success is a direct result of a corporate culture that instills and inspires each associate to remain committed to reaching the pinnacle of their inherent potential.
Responsibilities
The Shuttle Driver is responsible for driving the shuttle to transport clients, drivers, and/or employees by performing the following duties:
- Safely transports vehicle from individual or central loading area to designations according to assigned schedule and/or client requests.
- Provids excellent customer service to riders.
- Professional appearance required.
- Assists disabled passengers into and out of vehicle.
- Operates radio or similar device to communicate with main terminal, security, or other drivers to be able to report disruption of service or other pertinent information.
- Maintains clean and orderly shuttle.
- Assists passengers with loading and unloading of luggage or other product.
- Deliver various packages from the Campus Inn, Ramada, or other locations to office personnel.
- Performs related work as required.
Qualifications
Any combination of education, training, and experience providing the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge
Driving and safety knowledge and/or experience are required. Must possess an eye for detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities and have the ability to work calmly in a fast paced environment.
Abilities
Must have a strong work history. Flexible schedule with the ability to work weekends required. Good directional skills are also required. Must also have exceptional communication skills. Candidates must be able to demonstrate detail-oriented work.
Experience, Education, and Training
The ideal candidate will have prior transportation experience. High school degree or (GED) is required; or one to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Driver must be dependable, have a good MVR and also be able to pass a DOT physical.
Physical Requirements
This position requires constant forward reaching, and walking. Must be able to lift and carry 55lbs. Also pushing and pulling an average of 45lbs is also required. Frequent head turning, bending, reaching, handling and grasping.
Working Environment
Working environment is primarily outdoors and can be extremely fast-paced at times. Must be able to multi-task and maintain excellent customer service at all times.
Licensing/Certification
Applicant must have or must be able to obtain a Class E chauffer’s license prior to taking position.