NVO Shuttle Driver

Burning Man•Gerlach, NV

23h•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Nevada Operations Shuttle Driver is responsible for the safe transportation of Burning Man staff between Gerlach and Black Rock Station on a predetermined schedule. This is a temporary, full-time , non-exempt role, based in Gerlach, NV running from July to October , 2026. The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on May 8th, 2026.

Requirements

Familiarity with Burning Man and event-based production work.
Ability to problem solve, apply critical thinking to situations, and remain calm under stress.
Capable of excellent interpersonal skills.
Clear, service-oriented communication, verbally and written; Able to evaluate, tailor style and patiently respond to needs for support.
Experience with using 2 way radios and/or willing to learn.
Effectively manages own time and the efforts of the NVO Department as a whole.
Operates with behavioral integrity and reliability, paying careful attention to detail in the handling of important information.
Able to instill and apply order and cleanliness to the work environment.
Working knowledge of Google products (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive).
Capable of working in an extreme environment including drastic temperature changes, high winds, poor air quality and low to no visibility at times; Experience in remote wilderness and/or desert environments.
Ability to temporarily relocate to Gerlach, NV for work
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Class B license with passenger endorsement.
Prior experience as a driver.
Experience working in remote wilderness and/or desert environments.
It is helpful if the candidate has previously been to Burning Man and/or is familiar with its culture.

Responsibilities

Operate a shuttle vehicle safely and efficiently to transport passengers between Gerlach and Black Rock Station; Will include evening/nighttime shuttle routes.
Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving and on-shift.
Perform vehicle safety inspections at the beginning and end of every shift, ensuring that the vehicle is in good working order and has all required safety equipment, including a fire extinguisher and stocked first aid kit.
Observe and relate relevant information to the NVO Auto Shop Manager pertaining to any mechanical issues, needed repairs or maintenance to the vehicle allocated.
Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle in a timely and tidy manner.
Maintain a clean and orderly shuttle interior; Check for items left behind at the end of the day and put in Lost & Found.
Communicate with the NVO Associate Director as well as the BRS Ranch manager and Gerlach Office Manager as needed to coordinate routes and schedules.
Maintain professional and effective interactions with all persons, Burning Man departments and staff.
Report any accidents or incidents to appropriate management.
Collect data as requested.
Work with the Team to plan and execute LNT and Waste disposal plans for all relevant operations.
Adjust workflow to support changing safety protocols as directed.
Participate in meetings when requested and maintain related correspondence.
Be familiar with, understand and act in accordance with Burning Man’s staff policies, protocols and behavioral standards.
Monitor personal well-being by setting realistic goals and managing self-care while proactively addressing any concerns with management.
Perform other duties as assigned.