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COMPANY SUMMARY
At Holiday Vacations, our mission is to enrich lives with valued travel experiences. We offer inclusive guided tours led by professional Tour Directors to more than 70 destinations on six continents. We travel by air, motor coach, trains, and cruises on itineraries that bring the destination alive for our guests. We are headquartered in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and are a subsidiary of Xanterra Travel Collection, the largest national park concessionaire in the U.S. Xanterra also owns other tour operator and cruise line brands including VBT Bicycling Vacations, Country Walkers, and Windstar Cruises.
POSITION SUMMARY
Holiday Vacations is currently seeking a part-time Shuttle Driver to join our team. As a Shuttle Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting our guests from one location to another, in comfortable vehicles, including a Subaru Outback, a Toyota Highlander, and an eleven-seat Mercedes Sprinter.
The successful candidate will prioritize the safety and well-being of passengers, pedestrians, and follow all traffic laws. Of equal importance is the ability and desire to provide a world-class guest experience with a positive attitude and a welcoming demeanor.
No special license or driving certification is required, but a clean driving record is required for consideration.
Responsibilities
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
- Safely transport guests to and from various locations throughout central and west Wisconsin, with many trips involving dropping off or picking up at the Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport.
- Professionally operate a range of vehicles, including Subaru Outback, Toyota Highlander, and an eleven-seat Mercedes Sprinter.
- Provide world-class customer service, embodying our commitment to excellence by exhibiting professionalism in all interactions with a positive and welcoming approach with our guests
- Ensures punctuality and efficiency in shuttle operations, adhering to schedules and timelines
- Safely and efficiently load and unload guest luggage from the shuttle vehicle, providing courteous assistance and ensuring the security of passengers’ belongings.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the shuttle vehicle including fueling after use, and reporting any mechanical issues, damages, or accidents immediately
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job; functions and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE
- Clean driving record is required and must be maintained during employment.
- Demonstrated commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Proficiency in utilizing a cell phone for making calls, sending texts, navigating with mapping apps, accessing the internet for airline schedules, and other relevant tasks.
- Ability to handle luggage up to 50 pounds.
- Reside in or near Eau Claire, Wisconsin
WORKING CONDITIONS
Schedule:
- Hours for this part-time role are intermittent, variable, and subject to guest travel schedules.
- Flexibility to work during the busiest months of July through November when you can expect 0-10 transfers per week, and the rest of the year when you can expect 0-4 transfers per week.
- Schedules are typically arranged multiple weeks in advance.
- Hours can vary between day and night, workdays could include any time, and any day.
- Occasional overnight trips may be required.
Physical Requirements:
The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time, as well as the ability to lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
May require bending, twisting, stooping, grasping, and reaching outward or above shoulders, lift/carry and push or pull up to 50 lbs.
EEO: Holiday Vacations is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
