OPT Hotel Shuttle Driver Jobs
Hotel Shuttle Driver jobs on OPT are available across hotels, resorts, and airport properties nationwide. Most roles are part-time or full-time hourly positions, making them straightforward to authorize under your OPT EAD. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are typically required alongside your work authorization documents.
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INTRODUCTION
Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks.
The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.
Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.
Position Summary
The role of Driver is to ensure 100% guest satisfaction by operating the courtesy shuttle to provide transportation to and from local destinations for our guests.
Comfortable. Convenient. Unmistakably Radisson.
Join a team that’s all about great service, genuine hospitality, and everyday opportunities to shine.
At Radisson Hotel Nashville Airport, we keep things welcoming, supportive, and teamwork‑driven. Just minutes from the airport and close to all things Music City, it’s a great place to build your skills and grow your career.
If you’re friendly, dependable, and excited to make a difference for our guests, we’d love to have you on our team. Your next career step starts here.
BENEFITS WHEN YOU MAKE IT YOUR CHOICE:
- Employee discounts on thousands of hotels
1st of the month following 30 days of service:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
90 Days:
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Paid Bereavement
1 Year:
- Paid Floating Holidays
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Operates Hotel Shuttle Service:
- Ensure a delightful, seamless arrival and departure for our guests.
- Greets guest and welcomes to hotel city.
- Keeps current on hotel services and local attractions to answer guest questions and promote hotel services.
- Handles all guest complaints, comments, observations and challenges in a timely manner to effectively achieve full guest satisfaction.
- Drives shuttle to pick-up and drop-off guests to local destinations on a by request or schedule basis.
- Follows airport procedures and shuttle traffic rules to pick up and drop off guests.
- Logs trips and retains fuel receipts in accordance with hotel process.
- Loads and unloads guest luggage from shuttle, using cart and transporting to guest room when required.
- Keeps in contact with the front office and other drivers through provided radio equipment to keep hotel informed of status and location.
Completes other duties to assist hotel:
- Cleans and maintains lobby area when not operating shuttle, including but not limited to; cart cleaning and polishing, washing front windows, stocking newspapers.
- Assists in other departments as shuttle schedule allows, wearing provided radio to keep in contact with front desk.
- Assists in arranging taxi or other transportation service for guests traveling outside shuttle’s service area.
- Keeps shuttle fueled and reports maintenance issues to engineering for prompt repair arrangement.
- Picks up needed materials locally for departments when orders or other shipping arrangements cannot be made.
Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of, genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations:
- Gives personal attention, takes personal responsibility and uses teamwork when providing guest service and experience.
- Listens, apologizes with empathy, finds a solution and follows through when resolving guest problems.
- Provides Yes I Can! genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis.
- Assumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses their best judgment as to when it is appropriate to use the 100% Guest Satisfaction.
- Performs other duties required to provide the service brand behavior and genuine hospitality.
REQUIREMENT/SKILLS
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to exceptional guest service.
- Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude.
- Adhere to the policies and procedures of the hotel.
- Adhere to safe driving practices and traffic law.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends.
- State Driver’s License with no restrictions that prevent operating hotel shuttle.
- Ability to clear all necessary airport certification requirements to operation shuttle in airport.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to sit or stand for entire shift.
- Able to drive for long periods of time, frequently stopping and getting into and out of a vehicle.
- Frequent walking while lifting.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
OTHER INFORMATION
The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times. This position description is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, as a contract of employment or a promise of employment. I understand that my employment is an “at-will” relationship and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Our locations are drug-free and pre-employment drug tests are required. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E-Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Hotel Shuttle Driver
Lead with your EAD, not your visa status
When applying, state that you have a valid Employment Authorization Document and are authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Most hotel operators care about your authorization card, not the details of your F-1 status.
Target hotels with large transportation fleets
Airport hotels, convention center hotels, and resort properties run structured shuttle operations with dedicated driver roles. These employers hire regularly and are more familiar with EAD-based work authorization than smaller boutique properties with single-vehicle setups.
Get your commercial license endorsement early
Some shuttle routes use vehicles requiring a CDL or passenger endorsement. Obtaining this before applying makes you immediately hireable and removes a common barrier that causes employers to pass on candidates who need additional training time.
Apply through hotel groups with centralized HR
Large hotel management companies process hiring across multiple properties through centralized human resources teams. These teams are more experienced handling EAD verification through E-Verify and Form I-9 than property-level managers at independent hotels.
Clarify your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility
Be prepared to answer questions about how long your EAD is valid. If you graduated in a STEM field, mention your potential 24-month extension. Employers with longer seasonal contracts want confidence your authorization covers the employment period they need.
Align your job with your degree field for STEM OPT
STEM OPT requires your job to be directly related to your degree. Hospitality management, logistics, or transportation-related degrees can support a shuttle driver role. Confirm the connection with your DSO before accepting an offer to protect your status.
Hotel Shuttle Driver OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Hotel Shuttle Driver on OPT?
Yes. A Hotel Shuttle Driver role is eligible for standard OPT as long as the work is related to your field of study. Hospitality, tourism, and transportation management graduates commonly use OPT for these positions. Your EAD card is your work authorization document, and employers verify it through Form I-9. Confirm the degree connection with your DSO before your start date.
Does a Hotel Shuttle Driver job qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree. If you hold a STEM-designated degree, such as transportation systems, logistics, or supply chain management, and the shuttle driver role directly applies those skills, your DSO may approve the job for STEM OPT. Hospitality management degrees without a STEM designation do not qualify. Always get written confirmation from your DSO before filing the 24-month extension application with USCIS.
Where can I find Hotel Shuttle Driver jobs that accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by work authorization compatibility. You can browse Hotel Shuttle Driver roles and related transportation positions without wading through listings that require sponsorship or exclude EAD holders. Searching on Migrate Mate saves time compared to filtering manually across general job boards that don't account for OPT eligibility.
Do I need a special driver's license to work as a Hotel Shuttle Driver on OPT?
Most hotel shuttle roles require a valid U.S. state driver's license and a clean motor vehicle record. Some properties operating larger passenger vans or buses require a commercial driver's license with a passenger endorsement. International driver's licenses are generally not sufficient for employment purposes. Check the specific vehicle type listed in the job description and obtain any required state license before your OPT start date.
How does the 90-day unemployment rule affect Hotel Shuttle Driver jobs on OPT?
USCIS allows OPT students a maximum of 90 days of unemployment during post-completion OPT. Days without an active, qualifying job count against this limit. Hotel shuttle positions are typically full-time or part-time hourly roles, so starting work promptly after your OPT begin date protects your status. Seasonal layoffs or gaps between hotel contracts still count as unemployment, so plan your employment timeline carefully with your DSO.