Public Transit Operator (Bus Driver)

No diploma/GED required! For the Red Wing area, Hiawathaland Transit is seeking part-time drivers forafternoon/eveningorweekendshifts - what fits your schedule? Start at$21.70/hourif you already have a Class C CDL and Passenger Endorsement (PE); otherwise, start at$20.70/hour. Will primarily drive in the Red Wing area, but may occasionally be assigned to another city/community. Hiawathaland Public Transportation is administered by Three Rivers Community Action, Inc., a non-profit agency providing economic opportunities that strengthen individuals, families and communities in southeastern Minnesota. Job offers are contingent on a reference check; a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review; a criminal background check with fingerprinting through the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS); a Medical Examiners Certificate ("med card"); and a pre-employment DOT drug test. Employees in this position are subject to random and reasonable suspicion DOT drug and alcohol testing throughout their employment. If you do not have a CDL and Passenger Endorsement, a permit is required before your start date. (Full Position Description will be shared with applicants selected for in-person interviews; to request full description, call 507-316-0610.) Qualifications to be Hired: Must have held a valid drivers license for at least 3 yearsAcceptable driving record (including, but not limited to, no more than 1 moving violation in the previous 12-months)Acceptable criminal background check (including, but not limited to, no felony convictions)Ability to read, write and speak English to communicate effectively with passengers, dispatchers and in emergency situations NOTE: If position is offered to and accepted by applicant, the Agency will provide resources to assist applicant in obtaining a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) and a Medical Examiners Certificate (Medical Card) prior to their first day of employment.Employment will not begin until both are obtained. Highlights: Paid training is provided to assist new hires in obtaining CDL and Passenger Endorsement; must obtain CDL and Passenger Endorsement within 90 days of start date$21.70/hour starting wage Class C CDL and Passenger Endorsement; $20.70/hour while working on obtaining Class C CDL and Passenger Endorsement (Transit Operator-in-Training)Retirement savings with company match available to employees scheduled for 20+ hours per week Qualifications For Ongoing Employment: Operate vehicles safely and efficientlyEffectively operate the handicapped lift and security devicesFollow all state and highway safety rules and regulationsSafely and properly use electronic tabletAccurately complete Daily Maintenance Checks (Pre-Trip/Post-Trip Inspections)Maintain accurate records and log sheetsPass Driver Training on these topics: Passenger AssistanceMaltreatment AwarenessDefensive DrivingFirst Aid/CPRChild Passenger Safety Online application preferred. However, a paper application form may be requested by calling 507-316-0610. Three Rivers is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at Phone: 507-316-0610 Email: jobs@threeriverscap.org Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is illegal poster, please choose your language: English, Spanish If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English <img src="https://ars2.equest.com/? response_id=92d619f003041696df4132daa175f14a&view" alt=" " width="1" height="1"/>