CDL Bus Driver
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 11, 2026. The Blood Connection scores A on the Alion truth index.
Position Overview
The CDL Driver / Bus Deployment Driver is responsible for the transportation, deployment, staging, pickup, and return of bloodmobiles and mobile collection vehicles in support of mobile blood drive operations. This position focuses exclusively on vehicle movement, logistics support, and operational readiness of mobile collection assets.
Drivers are responsible for ensuring buses are properly staged, supplied, fueled, and returned according to operational standards while maximizing productive driving time throughout the workday. This role does not perform donor-facing collection functions and should not remain onsite during blood drive operating hours unless specifically directed by management.
Essential Functions
Bus Deployment & Transportation
Transports bloodmobiles and mobile collection vehicles between garages, staging areas, and blood drive locations
Deploys and/or returns a minimum of two (2) buses daily
Completes AM deployment and PM pickup assignments as scheduled
Stages buses at blood drive locations according to operational standards
Parks vehicles according to site instructions and Trip/Drive Sheets
Connects shore power and deploys stairs as applicable
Returns vehicles to assigned garages or mobile depots safely and efficiently
Supply and Equipment Responsibilities
Verifies assigned supply carts and pods are loaded appropriately
Confirms all required supplies are present prior to deployment
Ensures refrigerators are stocked with beverages and backup drinks
Verifies large sharps containers are present and not full before deployment
Replaces sharps containers and replenishes drinks during PM return process as needed
Secures all equipment and supplies during transport
Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance
Completes Fleetio pre-trip vehicle inspections
Reports on vehicle issues, maintenance concerns, or damage immediately
Refuels buses to full upon return
Verifies DEF fluid levels are adequate
Maintains cleanliness and organization of assigned vehicles
Blood Product and Chain of Custody Support
Handles blood coolers and blood products according to operational procedures
Follows designated transfer procedures by return location
Completes all required documentation accurately and timely
Wears gloves and follows safety procedures when handling blood products
Scheduling and Operational Expectations
Works within a two-bus daily operating model
Drivers may:
Deploy 2–3 buses in the AM
Return 2–3 buses in the PM
Deploy one bus in the AM and return another in the PM
Drivers working split AM/PM schedules will:
Return to the garage after AM deployment
Clock out after AM assignments
Return later for PM pickup assignments
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License and valid CDL Driver’s License with no major infractions and dependable transportation
One year job related experience is preferred
Ability to operate large commercial vehicles safely
Ability to lift and move supplies and equipment
Ability to work flexible schedules including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Ability to follow written procedures and operational instructions
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Lifting and/or pulling/pushing up to 50 pounds
Sitting and driving for an extended period of time
Climbing
Bending and twisting