Class B CDL Driver

Company: Presidential Transportation – Seattle, WA

Location: Seattle, WA and surrounding region (inc. Snoqualmie, Stevens, & Crystal Mtn.)

Address: 918 S Horton St. STE 1010, Seattle, WA 98134

Position: Class B CDL Driver | Winter Snow Season

Compensation: Winter Premium Pay — $34–$38 per hour DOE

Training Rate: $25.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal

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Presidential Transportation is hiring, join our team

Presidential Transportation is expanding our seasonal operations and seeking experienced, safety-focused, and professional Class B CDL drivers to support our winter charter programs, mountain resort shuttles, school snow trips, and peak seasonal events.

Winter driving is a specialized and high-responsibility assignment. Drivers must be confident operating 56 passenger coaches in snow, ice, low visibility, high winds, steep grades, and chain-required conditions. This role directly impacts the safety of our passengers and the reputation of our company as a trusted leader in safe winter transportation.

As a Winter Season CDL Driver, you will provide safe, reliable, and professional transportation throughout the Pacific Northwest during winter weather operations.

What You'll Do

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate 56-passenger motor coaches, mini coaches, and shuttles in winter conditions
• Safely navigate mountain passes, including Snoqualmie, Stevens, and Crystal
• Conduct full FMCSA-compliant pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Install and remove tire chains as required by WSDOT
• Maintain safe speeds, following distances, and winter driving best practices
• Communicate clearly with dispatch regarding delays, weather issues, and conditions
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients, students, and tour groups
• Assist passengers and chaperones with boarding procedures in icy or snowy conditions
• Light vehicle cleaning and cabin refresh during standby or breaks
• Represent the company professionally at all times

Seasonal Operational Duties

• Follow all winter protocols outlined in the Presidential Winter Driver Guide
• Keep passengers onboard during chain-up operations
• Follow all designated chain-up areas, staging zones, and snow-lot procedures
• Manage time effectively during slow winter traffic conditions
• Demonstrate judgment and authority to halt operations if conditions become unsafe

Requirements

• Valid Class B CDL Driver License
• 25 years of age
• High School Diploma, GED, or comparable education required
• Passenger Endorsement
• Air Brake Endorsement
• DOT Certified Medical Card
• +3 years of driving experience
• DMV Driving Abstract indicating a safe driving record

Qualifications

• Proficient in English and able to articulate clearly
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Must be personable and customer service oriented
• Must be able to navigate by GPS
• Strong geographical awareness with the ability to improvise when needed
• Knowledge of Seattle and surrounding areas is a plus
• Must be able to effectively communicate to maintain positive customer relations and climate with other drivers, affiliates, customers, event staff, and supervisors.
• Capable of standing, walking, and using stairs to enter and exit large vehicles.
• Must be able to frequently lift/handle cases ranging from 5-50 pounds.
• All Drivers are subject to a pre-employment and random drug screening

Seasonal Winter Responsibilities (Specialized Expectations)

During the Winter Snow Season, drivers will be responsible for:

Winter Readiness

• Wearing appropriate winter PPE (hi-vis jacket, insulated boots, gloves, etc.)
• Bringing required winter equipment (flashlight, scraper, snow brush, hand warmers, etc.)
• Conducting enhanced winter pre-trips and reporting concerns immediately

Compliance & Safety

• Following all FMCSA, WSDOT, and chain-up requirements
• Obeying traction laws and advisory speed limits
• Reading and understanding all company-issued winter training materials
• Maintaining full compliance with Presidential Transportation safety standards

Customer Care in Winter Conditions

• Assisting groups safely in snowy parking lots
• Ensuring buses remain warm and comfortable
• Communicating schedule changes due to weather delays
• Upholding professionalism during long delays or closures

Common Winter Assignments & Services

• School Snow Trips: Summit Central, Alpental, Crystal Mountain
• Corporate Ski Shuttles & Events
• Tour Groups: Winter sightseeing, holiday excursions
• Conventions & Special Events: Peak seasonal transportation demand
• Airport, hotel, and downtown Seattle transfers

Drivers may operate:

• 56-passenger motor coaches
• Mini coaches
• Shuttle buses
• Vans and SUVs

Why Choose Presidential Transportation

Presidential Transportation offers competitive pay, benefits and performance bonuses.

• Competitive Hourly Pay Rates and Incentives
• Paid Trainings
• Family-Friendly Schedules
• Employee Appreciation Events (Free Food, Travel & Gifts)
• Monthly/Quarterly/Annual Performance Bonuses
• Safety Incentives
• Complimentary Event Access
• Training Opportunities for Career Growth
• Employee Discount

Compensation & Incentives

• Seasonal premium pay: $34–$38/hr
• Tips (for charter/tour services)
• Paid training
• Safety bonuses
• Performance incentives

Quality of Life

• Family-friendly scheduling
• Predictable seasonal work
• Opportunities for year-round employment
• Access to employee events, food days, and appreciation programs

Professional Growth

• Winter operations training
• Ongoing skill development
• Leadership and trainer-track opportunities
• Advancement into year-round, full-time roles

Additional Perks

• Employee discounts
• Complimentary access to select partner events
• Strong and supportive dispatch and operations team

Presidential Transportation is uniquely positioned in the Transportation Industry. Through strong partnerships, we work in conjunction with event coordinators, special event venues, and marketing firms to offer our clients a variety of all-inclusive service packages. Presidential Transportation Drivers are key stakeholders in ongoing relationship-building with clients, affiliates, and partners.

Preferred Personality/Character Traits

• Positive, motivated, and dependable
• Calm under pressure—especially in weather-related delays
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety
• Comfortable working with the public and large groups
• Critical thinker with strong decision-making skills
• Able to defuse tension and maintain professionalism at all times

How to ApplyIf interested in applying, please inquire by:

• Visit the and complete the online application
• Next,email your current resume to: .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Presidential Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Presidential Transportation does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

We are a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace. All new hires are subject to testing in accordance with local, federal, and state guidelines.

Important Notice

This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Presidential Transportation LLC are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Presidential Transportation supervisory/management personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties. This position has been determined as "safety-sensitive," as defined as a position wherein an accident could cause human life, serious bodily injury, or significant property or environmental damage, and is therefore subject to pre-employment drug screening.

Thank You

Human Resources - Careers Team

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided

Application Question(s):

• Have you had any moving violations, suspensions, or revocations in the past 5 years?
• Have you ever failed or refused a pre-employment drug or alcohol test for any company in the past 2 years?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check in accordance with local laws and regulations?
• What is your current availability? Days, nights, weekends, weekdays?

License/Certification:

• Class A or B CDL (Required)
• Passenger Endorsement (Required)

Work Location: On the road