Shuttle Driver - MassArt in Boston, Massachusetts at MassArt

Position Title: Shuttle Driver - MassArt

Location: Boston, MA Category: Classified Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Fri Jun 5 2026 Job Description:

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW & POSITION SUMMARY:

The Driver's primary responsibility is to safely transport passengers following a designated route with specific times. including picking up passengers and transporting them from their office location to the parking lot or vice versa. Arrive at collection points prior to departure times. Maintain a friendly and helpful demeanour at all times and ensure adherence to passenger limits. Perform minor preventative maintenance to vehicles; maintain records and prepare reports on such matters as vehicle use and mileage; load and unload materials, equipment and supplies; and perform related work as required.

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Campus Maintenance and Trades Operations
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

SALARY: Grade 10, Step 1 - $1,706.74 bi-weekly, Annal Salary: $44,375.24

HOURS: Monday through Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Position is governed by the AFSCME college bargaining agreement

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Operates motor trucks to pick up, transport and deliver passengers, materials and equipment to designated locations.
• Operates light motor vehicles to transport passengers or materials to designated locations.
• Performs minor preventative maintenance to motor vehicles such as checking tire pressure and battery, oil, gas and water levels and corrects minor deficiencies.
• Maintains records and prepares reports on such matters as vehicle use, mileage, destinations, accidents, etc.
• Loads and unloads materials, furniture, equipment and supplies.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction, with a positive and guest-focused attitude.
• Maintains safety standards at all times while transporting passengers.
• Performs related duties such as contacting appropriate individuals for motor vehicle maintenance and/or repair and distributing supplies and equipment.

Job Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid Massachusetts Class 1 Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the state laws, rules and regulations and safety practices governing motor vehicle operation.
• Knowledge of the types, characteristics and uses of motor trucks.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures relative to motor trucks.
• Skill in the operation of motor vehicles such as automobiles, panel trucks, vans, station wagons, etc.
• Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
• Knowledge of the terminology, codes, standard abbreviations and standard procedures followed in operating mobile radio communications equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Shuttle Driver lift and carry heavy objects
• May work varied shifts and weekends, holidays or nights;
• May work exposed to adverse weather conditions.

Additional Information:

Please note MassArt:

• Does not support employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
• Is not an E-Verify institution.

Selected candidates must be eligible to work in the US at the time of employment, complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US by completing the Form 19, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed. For a list of all acceptable documents please click here.

Comprehensive Benefits (does not apply to contractor/student positions):
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Please click here to view MassArt Benefits.

MassArt provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class.

MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.