Star Transportation

Looking for a local CDL driving job with a predictable Monday–Friday schedule and no overnight travel?

Star Transportation is adding professional CDL passenger drivers to our Rochester/Stewartville team. These positions operate established courtesy shuttle routes in Rochester, transporting passengers between Downtown and the St. Mary's Campus.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced shuttle drivers, bus drivers, motorcoach drivers, transit drivers, school bus drivers, charter drivers, and other CDL passenger transportation professionals looking for consistent local work.

Current Driving Opportunities

Morning Courtesy Route – Full-Time
Monday–Friday | 4:30 AM–11:00 AM

Afternoon/Evening Courtesy Route – Full-Time
Monday–Friday | 2:00 PM–9:30 PM

Both positions operate an established courtesy route transporting passengers between Downtown Rochester and the St. Mary's Campus.

Substitute CDL Passenger Driver – Part-Time / On-Call
Flexible opportunity covering scheduled time off, call-ins, and additional transportation needs. This position can be a great fit for experienced or semi-retired CDL passenger drivers interested in working a few days per week or month.

CDL Qualifications

Successful candidates for these passenger transportation positions will have:

• Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Passenger (P) Endorsement
• One or more years of commercial driving experience
• Safe driving history meeting USDOT and company requirements
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Ability to meet DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements and company background screening requirements

Air Brake Endorsement is preferred but not required.

Our passenger vehicles have automatic transmissions.

As a DOT-regulated passenger transportation company, Star Transportation follows all applicable federal drug and alcohol testing requirements for safety-sensitive CDL drivers, including federally required cannabis/marijuana testing.

What You'll Do

As a Star Transportation CDL Passenger Driver, you'll be responsible for safely and professionally transporting passengers while providing the level of service our customers expect.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely operating commercial passenger vehicles
• Following established routes and schedules
• Providing friendly and professional customer service
• Assisting passengers with boarding and luggage when needed
• Completing required pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Maintaining a clean and professional vehicle
• Communicating with dispatch and operations staff
• Following DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety procedures
• Professionally handling changing traffic, weather, and operating conditions

Why Drive for Star Transportation?

Local Routes – Home Every Day
Enjoy professional CDL driving without over-the-road travel or nights away from home.

Monday–Friday Schedule
Our full-time courtesy routes provide predictable weekday schedules.

Established Routes
Drive a consistent Rochester route rather than spending your day wondering where the next trip will take you.

Automatic Transmission Equipment
Our passenger vehicles have automatic transmissions.

Competitive Pay
Compensation is based on experience, with additional earning opportunities available through charter transportation.

Benefits Available

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts

Qualified drivers may also have opportunities to drive charters, group transportation, corporate transportation, and other passenger services, including charter work with built-in gratuities.

Drive With a Local Transportation Company That's Been Here Since 1997

Star Transportation has provided professional passenger transportation since 1997. We serve Mayo Clinic, major corporations, hotels, private groups, and thousands of passengers throughout Minnesota and beyond.

Our drivers are an important part of the customer experience. We're looking for professional CDL drivers who take pride in safe driving, dependable service, clean equipment, and taking care of their passengers.

If you hold a Class A or Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement and are looking for a professional local driving opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.

Star Transportation is a premium ground transportation service based in Rochester, founded by the Fliehr Family in 1997. We have grown considerably over the past two decades achieving awards for "KTTC Fan Favorite for Transportation Service" "Best Limousine Service in Minnesota", and "Best Taxi & Transportation Company". We are a transportation provider of the Mayo Clinic, and numerous corporations, small businesses, hotels, and personal accounts. Working for our company will change your life. You will meet amazing people from all over the world coming to Rochester, and often become a part of their story. It's our job to make them feel welcome, safe, and give them a positive, rewarding experience!