Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs
Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs transport people safely from one place to another using cars, vans, or small buses on scheduled routes or by request. They handle everything from basic vehicle maintenance and safety checks to helping passengers with luggage and operating wheelchair lifts for accessibility. Modern drivers often use GPS navigation systems and mobile apps to coordinate pickups and communicate with dispatch teams. This job requires a clean driving record, good customer service skills, and often just a high school diploma plus a commercial driver's license.
Did you know?
Shuttle drivers may need a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) depending on vehicle size and passenger capacity, with requirements varying by state.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$35,500 Avg/yr
Growth
Fast growing
Top skill
Active Listening
Things to consider
Physical Demands
The role requires long hours of driving in various weather conditions and maintaining good physical health for passenger safety.
Job Market Stability
Shuttle driving offers steady employment opportunities, particularly in tourist areas and airports, but typically provides limited career advancement prospects.
Key responsibilities
Vacuum and clean interiors, and wash and polish exteriors of automobiles.
Operate vehicles with specialized equipment, such as wheelchair lifts, to transport and secure passengers with special needs.
Complete accident reports when necessary.
Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.