Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs
SOC Code: 53-3053Also known as:
Airport Apron Bus Driver, Airport Shuttle Driver, Airside Transfer Bus Driver, Bus Driver, Car Driver
Median Annual Salary
$36,670
+6.7% growth (2024-2034)
36K
Openings/Year
244K
Current Jobs
What Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs Do
Drive a motor vehicle to transport passengers on a planned or scheduled basis. May collect a fare. Includes nonemergency medical transporters and hearse drivers.
💰 Salary
$36,670
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+6.7%
Faster than average
🎓 Education
No formal educational credential
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
36K
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Short-term on-the-job training
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
243,900
Projected Employment (2034)
260,300
Related Careers
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers
$57,440 •
+4.0% growth
Light truck drivers
$44,140 •
+7.3% growth
Bus drivers, transit and intercity
$57,440 •
+4.3% growth
Taxi drivers
$36,220 •
+11.1% growth
Parking attendants
$34,600 •
+3.0% growth
Top Skills Required
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Operation and Control
Speaking
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Test vehicle equipment, such as lights, brakes, horns, or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation.
- 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.
- Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
- Follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation, and ensure that passengers follow safety regulations.
- Operate vehicles with specialized equipment, such as wheelchair lifts, to transport and secure passengers with special needs.
- Report any vehicle malfunctions or needed repairs.
- Perform routine vehicle maintenance, such as regulating tire pressure and adding gasoline, oil, and water.
- Pick up and drop off passengers at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.
- Drive shuttle busses, limousines, company cars, or privately owned vehicles to transport passengers.
- Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage driven fuel consumed, or fares received.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
No formal educational credential
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
High School Diploma
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a shuttle drivers and chauffeurs:
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor
21,399 degrees awarded •
228 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become shuttle drivers and chauffeurs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do shuttle drivers and chauffeurs make?
The median annual salary for shuttle drivers and chauffeurs is $36,670.
What education do shuttle drivers and chauffeurs need?
Most shuttle drivers and chauffeurs positions require a no formal educational credential.
Common degree programs include Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor.
Is becoming shuttle drivers and chauffeurs a good career choice?
Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs is projected to see +6.7% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is faster than average for all occupations. With approximately 36,300 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for shuttle drivers and chauffeurs?
Top colleges for aspiring shuttle drivers and chauffeurs include
Uintah Basin Technical College, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson, U.S. Truck Driver Training School, Central Technology Center, Ohio Business College-Dayton-Driving Academy.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to shuttle drivers and chauffeurs?
Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs may also be known as: Airport Apron Bus Driver, Airport Shuttle Driver, Airside Transfer Bus Driver, Bus Driver, Car Driver, Chauffeur, Corporate Driver, Courtesy Car Driver, Courtesy Van Driver, Crew Car Driver, Driver, Escort Car Driver, Executive Chauffeur, Funeral Car Chauffeur, Funeral Car Driver, Hearse Driver, Hotel Shuttle Driver, Limo Driver (Limousine Driver), Livery Car Driver, Motor Coach Chauffeur.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.