Shuttle Van Driver

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’ (OTSL) Shuttle Van Driver is a seasonal, part-time position. They will shuttle visiting artists and seasonal staff to/from rehearsals, performances, and other events in a 15-passenger van. OTSL is seeking drivers to fill day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Shuttle Van Driver responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Using good judgment and safe driving skills while adhering to local, state, and federal traffic laws.
• Accurately reviewing the shuttle van schedule and performing the scheduled shuttle rides during their shift.
• Keeping a timely shuttle route.
• Monitoring shuttle van fuel levels and re-fueling the vehicle as needed.
• Maintaining communication with members of the Artistic Administration Department about the van schedule, shift schedule, etc.

• Candidates must have or be willing to obtain a Class E driver’s license.
• OTSL insurance regulations stipulate the driver be a minimum age of 25.
• Experience driving a 12 or 15-passenger van is preferred but not required.
• All applicants must pass a background and driving record test.

• This is a seasonal, part-time position.
• Compensation: $18.00 / hour
• Approximate dates of employment: April 27, 2025 – June 29, 2025

Applicants for the position are asked to apply here:

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (OTSL) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization known for innovative productions featuring outstanding young artists. The company offers a festival opera season each spring which attracts ticket buyers from zip codes throughout the metropolitan area, as well as visitors from nearly 50 states and multiple countries. As of 2024, OTSL has presented 41 world premieres, which may be the highest percentage of new work in the repertory of any American company. In addition to the spring Festival Season, OTSL operates year-round education and community programs serving nearly 17,000 local children and adults.

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis has a year-round artistic and administrative staff of approximately 45, which grows to more than 500 during the Festival Season. Several hundred volunteer members of the Opera Theatre Guild provide support for all aspects of Opera Theatre’s work and advocate for the company throughout the greater St. Louis community. The company’s annual budget size is approximately $12 million; contributed revenue represents more than 50% of budget.

At Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, we value equity, diversity, and mutual respect. We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ individuals, women, people with disabilities, and others who have been historically excluded to apply. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

OTSL will not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, religion or belief; national, social, or ethnic origin; age; sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression; physical, mental, or sensory disability; family or parental status; genetic information or characteristics; protected veteran status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. OTSL will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

If you need assistance or accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact (314) 963-4233 or tbennett@opera-stl.org.