Shuttle Driver
Historic Tours of America · North Charleston, SC · 2 wk ago
Manufacturing$21/hrFull-time
About the Role
This position requires a good sense of fun and a desire to entertain, along with excellent driving skills to operate a tour bus on busy public streets. Tour Conductors bring to life the history of America and all the positive things it represents.
Responsibilities
- Drive a tour bus (approximately 26 feet in length) safely and competently on busy public streets multiple times per shift.
- Interact with the general public and diverse team members in a prompt and courteous manner.
- Handle stressful situations and difficult people both in person and via radio while maintaining professionalism.
- Maintain radio contact with dispatch during tours.
- Perform daily interior and exterior vehicle inspections and accurately complete required documentation.
Requirements
- Ability to work independently for long periods while adhering to established rules and satisfying guest needs.
- Ability to remain calm and pleasant when dealing with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals.
- Mental resilience to handle job-related stress as described.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking clear English to communicate with coworkers, the public, law enforcement, and emergency personnel, and to complete paperwork correctly.
- Ability to learn new duties, policies, and procedures and adapt to new situations within a reasonable timeframe.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Valid South Carolina Class C or higher CDL with Passenger Endorsement.
- Acceptable driving record for the past three years.
- Must pass pre-employment MVR, background check, and substance abuse testing.
- Valid DOT physical required.
- Passion for entertaining people and creating memorable experiences in Charleston.
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $21 per hour with paid training.
- Paid vacation time (2 weeks for full-time employees).
- Company-sponsored health and wellness plans (full-time employees).
- Paid sick time (full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees).
- 401K plan with company matching (eligibility may apply).
- Flexible schedules, including weekday and weekend combinations.
- Fun, upbeat work environment with awards and recognition celebrations.
- 24/7 access to a doctor via phone or computer for employees and dependents (employer-paid).
- Retail store discounts and free admission to all company attractions.