Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs
What is a Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs?
Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs are professionals responsible for transporting individuals or groups of passengers to various destinations, often using vehicles such as vans, buses, or luxury cars. These drivers operate within predefined routes or schedules, commonly serving airports, hotels, corporate events, and private functions. Their primary duty is to ensure the safe and timely arrival of passengers while providing a pleasant travel experience. Shuttle drivers typically work for transportation companies, hotels, or ride-sharing services, while chauffeurs may be self-employed or work for private clients or luxury transportation services.
Tasks
- Arrange to pick up particular customers or groups on a regular schedule.
- Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
- Collect fares or vouchers from passengers, and make change or issue receipts as necessary.
- Communicate with dispatchers by radio, telephone, or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service.
- Complete accident reports when necessary.
Technology Skills
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Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
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Mobile location based services software
- Digital Dispatch
- Global positioning system GPS software
- Piccolo Software PiccoloTaxi
- TSS Wireless Fleet Management Suite
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Data base user interface and query software
- Actsoft Comet Tracker
- Penchant Software dispatchOffice
- TranWare Enterprise Suite
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Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
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Operating system software
- Microsoft Windows
Tools Used
- Touring bicycles
- Mobile phones
- Security cameras
- Radio frequency identification devices
- Mobile medical services first aid kits
Detailed Work Activities
- Drive passenger vehicles.
- Clean vehicles or vehicle components.
- Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
- Inspect motor vehicles.
- Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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Social
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$25750.0 - $49920.0
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Assessment
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