Gate to Gate Driver
ABM Industries
South San Francisco, CA
Overview
The Gate to Gate Driver is responsible for providing ground transportation services to Global Services members and customers traveling in United Global First who require connection assistance at designated hub airports. The role involves transporting passengers via authorized airport vehicles across the airfield/tarmac between aircraft and terminals while ensuring the highest standards of safety, service excellence, and regulatory compliance.
Hourly Pay: $24.41
The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.
Shift: Mon-Sun (4pm-12:30am)- Flexible days, likely shift time and might change.
Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members |
A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. ABM is a military and veteran friendly employer, veterans and candidates with military experience encouraged to apply.
Perform pre-operation safety inspections of vehicles and equipment at the beginning of each shift in accordance with Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H) policies.
- Safely transport eligible passengers between gates, terminals, and aircraft using authorized airport vehicles on the tarmac.
- Operate and utilize required technology systems to receive, track, and complete passenger transfer assignments.
- Maintain accurate records by completing transfer logs and documenting operational activities throughout the shift.
- Fuel, clean, and maintain vehicles as necessary to ensure readiness and professional presentation.
- Immediately report vehicle damage, mechanical issues, or safety concerns following established company procedures.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with supervisors, shift coordinators, Global Services representatives, and operations staff to coordinate passenger transfers and ensure efficient service delivery.
- Perform miscellaneous or additional duties as assigned to support operational needs.
- Will Drive a Sedan or SUV with a max of 5 passengers including the driver.
Responsibilities
Daily Operational Tasks
- Pick up and return assigned radio/phone, vehicle keys, and transfer logs at the start and end of each shift.
- Conduct safety inspections and document vehicle condition at the beginning and end of the shift.
- Submit completed transfer documentation to the Global Services Supervisor or Lead at the end of the shift.
Driver Conduct and Professional Etiquette
- Adhere to all company policies and airport regulations governing vehicle operations on the airfield
- Cell phone use is strictly prohibited while operating a vehicle.
- Ensure vehicle radio volume is appropriate and music selection maintains a professional atmosphere (e.g., classical or soft jazz).
- Maintain proper driver positioning and situational awareness while operating vehicles on the ramp and tarmac.
Appearance & Identification
- Maintain full compliance with company uniform and grooming standards.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited in company vehicles.
- Carry all required identification at all times, including:
- Company ID and Airport Identification
- State and Port Authority Driver’s License
Safety & Compliance
- Comply with all applicable ADA and Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) non-discrimination requirements.
- Verify that the number of passengers transported does not exceed the number of available seat belts.
- Confirm all passengers are properly seated and that seat belts are worn by all vehicle occupants prior to operating the vehicle.
- Suspend vehicle operations during hazardous conditions such as lightning, heavy rain, snow, or ice on the airfield.
- Ensure passengers have appropriate footwear when using jet bridge stairs.
- Maintain appropriate footwear suitable for ramp operations and jet bridge access.
- Comply with all safety, security, compliance, and quality standards established by the Company, its Clients, airport authorities, and regulatory agencies.
Qualifications
Required:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must submit to and pass a drug screen.
- Must meet all requirements to receive required airport SIDA badge and Customs Seal (if applicable), including successful completion of a background check and ten-year work history.
- All drivers must have a valid Driver License Card. The Drivers Permit must have the specific vehicle/equipment type checked and approved on the reverse side of the Drivers Permit for an employee to be qualified on that vehicle/equipment.
Preferred:
Previous customer service experience preferred.
2 years of experience as a Driver
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols and procedures
About the Company
ABM Industries
ABM offers a wide variety of service-related positions, including electricians, HVAC technicians, security officers, parking attendants, and cleaning jobs. ABM cares about your success.
We provide training so that you learn new job skills and take pride in the quality service you're giving to clients. You'll look like the trained professional you are when you wear a ABM uniform.For your health and safety, we use non-toxic cleaning products and up-to-date equipment.
Our internal training program focuses on teaching you the skills and processes that have helped many of our employees starting out as a janitor, cashier, security officer or building engineer grow into various management roles throughout the company. These jobs aren't your everyday at ABM; they are careers.
Thousands of commercial, industrial, government and retail clients look to ABM for consistent quality service that meets their specialized facility service needs including commercial cleaning and maintenance, facility engineering, energy efficiency, parking and security services.
With fiscal 2011 revenues of approximately $4.2 billion and nearly 100,000 employees, our 300+ offices across the U.S. and various international locales enable us to provide custom facility solutions to sites of all sizes — from neighborhood banks and schools to the largest and most complex facilities, such as corporate office parks and major airports.
With more than 300+ offices located throughout the country, we are always accepting applications for janitorial maintenance, landscaping gardeners, security guards, parking attendants, shuttle drivers and building engineers.
ABM IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER (MINORITY/FEMALE/VETERAN/DISABILITY)