What Is a Shuttle Driver and How to Become One

By ZipRecruiter Marketplace Research Team

A shuttle driver picks up and drops off people along a predetermined route, usually in a van or bus. As a shuttle driver, your responsibilities and duties include ensuring the comfort and safety of your passengers, delivering your riders to their destination on time, and maintaining a clean and well-kept vehicle. You also may help with bags and luggage if you are transporting travelers. Having useful knowledge regarding the area you are driving in and the sites you pass can help you build a rapport with customers and possibly earn some extra income in the form of tips.

There are no educational requirements to become a shuttle driver, but most shuttle driver jobs need a commercial driver’s license (CDL) due to the type of vehicle you will be driving. Become an expert in the streets and neighborhoods where you want to work and learn different driving routes. You must have a clean driving record and pass a drug test and background check. You will also need to complete on-the-job training regarding company safety policies and protocols before starting most shuttle driver jobs. Various companies may have additional responsibilities for their positions, such as the ability to lift a specific weight of cargo.