Motorcoach Operator

Santa Barbara Airbus is hiring licensed CDL drivers for two openings, and you choose the one that fits your life:

Full-Time Driver: Steady, full-time hours at $28-32 per hour, with health benefits and 401(k) contributions.

Weekend Warrior: Drive Friday through Sunday at a premium $40 per hour, and keep your weekdays free for whatever else you have going on.

Both roles offer variety, from our daily LAX shuttle service to private charters and school group trips, so no two days look the same. For over 40 years, Santa Barbara Airbus has been a trusted name in transportation across the Central Coast and beyond. Our drivers are the face of our company, delivering safe, comfortable, and reliable service to every passenger who steps aboard.

What You'll Do:

• Operate motorcoaches safely on LAX shuttle routes, private charters, and school group trips
• Provide excellent customer service to passengers throughout the trip
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Follow all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety regulations
• Communicate effectively with dispatch regarding schedules, delays, or issues
• Maintain a clean and professional vehicle at all times
• Assist passengers with luggage and boarding as needed

What We're Looking For:

• Active CDL with passenger and air brake endorsement (required)
• Clean driving record
• Must pass a background check and drug screen
• For school charters: ability to obtain SPAB (School Pupil Activity Bus) certification
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused
• Weekend roles: availability every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Full-time roles: flexible availability (early mornings, evenings, and weekends may be required)

Why Santa Barbara Airbus?
We're a local, family-run company that invests in our people. Whether you want a full-time career or premium pay on your weekends, we offer competitive pay, health benefits, 401(k) contributions, and a genuine sense of community. Join a team built on strong core values and a shared mission to keep our community moving.

Ready to put your CDL to work? Apply today!