Shuttle Drivers Needed
Akima
Fairbanks, AK
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Fairbanks, AK
POSTED
1 day ago
Drivers maintain consistent communication with dispatch, follow airport and company protocols, and deliver excellent customer service at every point of contact. This support services position functions under the supervision of the Transportation Manager and in close coordination with dispatch. Paid training is provided for airport protocols and company procedures.
Responsibilities
+ Safely operate 15-passenger vans to transport airline crew on scheduled and on-call routes between the airport, hotels, and other authorized destinations.
+ Monitor flight activity (via dispatch and flight displays) to adjust pickup timing and ensure prompt transport.
+ Maintain real-time communication with dispatch via radio or phone regarding assignments, updates, and route adjustments.
+ Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report any mechanical or safety issues immediately.
+ Ensure vehicle is clean, fueled, and ready for service at all times.Assist with loading and unloading of crew luggage, lifting up to 70 lbs when needed.
+ Greet and interact with passengers in a courteous, professional, and service-focused manner.
+ Accurately document trip details, including crew counts, mileage, and travel logs per company standards.
+ Follow all applicable airport driving regulations, ramp access rules, and internal safety procedures.
+ Remain accessible by phone during scheduled shifts for coordination with dispatch.
+ Alert dispatch and fellow drivers to road hazards, construction, weather delays, or traffic issues.
+ Perform additional duties as assigned by the Transportation Manager, Dispatcher, or Manager on Duty.
Qualifications
+ Must be at least 18 years of age.
+ Valid driver’s license (REAL ID or TSA-compliant); clean driving record.
+ High school diploma or GED.
+ U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States.
+ Able to obtain and maintain airport security clearance and ramp driving authorization (training provided).
+ Able to pass pre-employment background check, FBI fingerprinting, and pre-employment drug testing.
+ Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
+ Willing and able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and irregular schedules.Able to lift, carry, or move items up to 70 pounds.
+ Comfortable working outdoors year-round in inclement weather (rain, snow, heat, wind) Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently under time constraints.
+ Proficient in using radio communication, logging tools, and email.
Preferred Qualifications.
+ Minimum of 2 years recent professional driving experience (shuttle, delivery, or passenger transport).
+ Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.Calm, courteous, and composed in high-pressure situations.
+ Strong attention to detail and ability to follow verbal/written instructions.
+ Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and independently.
+ Familiarity with airport layout, secure zones, and local driving routes preferred.
+ Able to reverse and maneuver vans or vehicles with trailers safely and confidently
Physical Requirements.
+ Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.Frequently lift/move objects weighing up to 70 pounds.
+ Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions in all seasons.
+ Visual and auditory ability to operate a vehicle and communicate effectively over radio.
+ Able to read flight monitors, dispatch logs, and written instructions Work Conditions.
+ Non-exempt hourly position; eligible for overtime in accordance with federal and company policies.
+ Shift schedules vary and may include weekends, evenings, holidays, and irregular hours.
+ Uniforms may be provided and are required while on duty.
Job ID
2026-22390
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Pegasus Aviation Services, an Akima company, is not just another aviation contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Pegasus, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , Pegasus provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers , Pegasus delivers efficient, flexible, and safe aviation services as it supports domestic and international passenger and freighter airlines.
As a Pegasus employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
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