Bus Driver (Milaca)

Tri-County Action Program (Tri-CAP); Milaca (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate and dependable individuals for a full-time bus driver role in Milaca. This position involves safely operating a bus on assigned routes, assisting passengers with mobility aids, and ensuring excellent service. The company values its employees by offering paid training for obtaining a CDL, along with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans. Join a team that prioritizes safety and customer service while enjoying a rewarding career in transit services. Your commitment will make a difference in the community, and you'll be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

10 paid holidays per year

Paid personal days

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid training for CDL

Qualifications

• Must have CDL with passenger endorsement or ability to obtain.
• Pass DMV violations check and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate bus on assigned route and provide excellent customer service.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and report defects to Lead Driver.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Communication skills

Ability to comply with FTA drug and alcohol testing regulations

Proficient with computers and navigation technology

Education

CDL with a passenger endorsement

MNDOT medical exam card or ability to obtain

Tools

Navigation technology

Job description

We are looking for compassionate, enthusiastic, caring and dependable individuals to fill a full-time bus driver position in our transit services in our Milaca location.

Primary responsibilities include:

1. Safely operate bus on assigned route, staying on schedule and providing excellent service to customers.
2. Assist passengers as needed with mobility aids including wheelchairs, walkers or other aids, assuring that all passengers are secured properly and all mobility aids are stowed securely.
3. Conduct daily and weekly vehicle inspections and report defects to Lead Driver.
4. Monitor fare collection from passengers.
5. Complete paperwork related to bus operation and passenger concerns.
6. Be responsible for daily cleaning and bus maintenance.

Full-time benefits include:

10 paid holidays per year, paid personal days, health, dental, life insurance, retirement savings plan.

PLUS: We will pay for your training to obtain your CDL!

Starting Hourly Wage: $19.85- $23.82

Qualifications

1. CDL with a passenger endorsement, MNDOT medical exam card, or ability to obtain
2. Pass DMV violations check and criminal background check
3. Ability to comply with FTA drug and alcohol testing regulations
4. Pre-employment drug screening, as well as random testing protocol
5. Excellent customer service and communication skills
6. Proficient with computers, navigation technology
7. Must be available for scheduling Monday-Saturday, 38-40 hours per week

To Apply:

Applications can be submitted online OR you can contact us for application materials by phone: [phone] or email: [e-mail]. Applications are due by Thursday, April 17th, 2025.