HS Bus Driver

Our Values reflect who we are and what we stand for as an agency

Build Supportive Relationships Meaningful partnerships strengthen people and communities.

Empower People Everyone deserves an opportunity to set and reach their goals.

Promote Dignity We deliver equitable services that respect and value all people.

Work Together Support the people we serve, each other and our partners across programs.

Minnesota Valley Action Council, Inc. is a community action agency. We are for communities, not for profit. We have served the people of south-central Minnesota since 1965. We believe that hard work should be valued and rewarded, that working people are struggling and that MVAC provides solutions. We develop resources and opportunities that empower people in low-wage work to secure affordable housing, viable transportation, employment, and training for employment and educational opportunities for children.

MVAC provides services in Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca and Watonwan counties

Do you love driving and working with children? Come work for Head Start!

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION:

Responsible for the safety of passengers transported by the Head Start Bus. Responsible for ensuring the assigned bus is maintained mechanically. Responsible for following all rules of the road and MNDOT requirements. Must be insurable to drive agency vehicles. Responsible to develop and maintain professional working relationships with families, partners, co-workers and supervisors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

Responsible for providing transportation services to enrolled Head Start children.

Responsible for abiding by MVAC Policies, Head Start Performance Standards, and MN HDS Childcare Center Statutes and Rules.

Responsible for completing paperwork accurately and in a timely manner according to program procedures and requirements.

Your benefits may include:

Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans REQUIRED EDUCATION/

EXPERIENCE:

Drivers must have a minimum of a Class B License with Passenger Endorsement. Prefer one year experience in providing public transportation and experience with preschool age children. This position requires strong communication, and organizational skills. Bilingual beneficial.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

During your work hours you may be required to:
Life up to 50 pounds and carry up to 50 pounds; reach above shoulder level; bend/stoop; squat; crawl; climb; kneel; balance; push/pull; sit on floor; find manipulation; simple and firm grasp; and must be ambulatory to move quickly in the event of an emergency.
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