Shuttle Driver

Akima, LLC•Anchorage, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Pegasus Aviation Services is hiring a Shuttle Driver in Anchorage, Alaska. The driver safely and professionally transports airline crew members between aircraft, airport facilities, and designated hotels, using 15-passenger company vans. The role supports airline operations by helping ensure timely crew movement in a fast-paced airport environment. Drivers follow airport security requirements, company procedures, and safety policies while providing customer service and coordinating with dispatch. This is an on-site, non-exempt hourly position. Shifts vary and may include evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, irregular schedules, and split shifts. Uniforms may be provided and must be worn while on duty. Work is primarily outdoors in airport activity zones and may involve moderate to high noise levels; hearing protection is available when needed. The position is eligible for overtime under company and federal guidelines.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid Alaska state driver’s license and ability to meet insurability standards.
Fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English; strong verbal and written communication skills.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to obtain and maintain airport security clearance and ramp driving privileges.
Must pass required criminal background check, fingerprinting, and pre-employment drug screening for airport access.
Able to lift and carry items up to 70 pounds without assistance; able to move objects up to 50 pounds frequently and 70 pounds occasionally.
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, wind, and heat.
Willing and able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and irregular shifts.
Punctual, dependable, and able to work independently under pressure.
Basic proficiency with communication tools such as radios, text or email, and dispatch systems.
Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb in and out of vehicles throughout the shift.
Visual and auditory ability to operate a vehicle safely and communicate effectively.
Able to read and interpret flight schedules, safety protocols, and written instructions; complete trip reports and basic logs using whole numbers and time formats.
Able to apply sound judgment to scheduling, routing, and service issues and adapt to changing flight schedules, road conditions, or unexpected needs.
Any clearance requirements are established by the government contract.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of recent driving experience in a shuttle, hospitality, or customer service environment.
Familiarity with airport layouts and local Anchorage roads.
Experience driving in snow or icy conditions.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Safely operate 15-passenger vans on scheduled or on-call routes between the airport, hotels, and other authorized locations.
Adjust pickup and drop-off timing in coordination with dispatch and flight schedule updates.
Communicate with dispatch by radio or phone regarding assignments and routing, and remain reachable during shifts.
Inspect vehicles before and after shifts and promptly report safety or mechanical issues.
Keep vehicles clean, fueled, and ready for service.
Load and unload luggage, including items weighing up to 70 pounds.
Greet crew members professionally and assist with boarding as needed.
Record passenger counts, mileage, times, and other trip details in company logs.
Follow airport driving rules, ramp access procedures, and internal safety policies.
Report delays, road conditions, and hazards to dispatch and other drivers.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Manager or Dispatcher.