Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo
Apply for this opportunity

This job application is on an outside website. Be sure to review the job posting there to verify it's the same.

Public Transportation Driver, Full or Part-Time

Job

Rainbow Rider

Lowry, MN (In Person)

$43,680 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/7/2026

Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.
Pay Growth
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Not enough info to score pay or growth
Job Security
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Calculating job security score...
Total Score
36
out of 100
Average of individual scores

Were these scores useful?

Skill Insights

Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.

Job Description

If you're looking for a rewarding job where you can give back to the community, a flexible schedule, paid time off, a fun and relaxed atmosphere and great colleagues, look no further! We are looking for full and part-time drivers that will work one to four, 10-hour shifts per week. This driver will be trained in multiple service areas. Part-time drivers earn PTO! Rainbow Rider Drivers provide safe, customer service-oriented transportation to all passengers. Drivers are required to possess a valid Class C license with Passenger Endorsement, however, only the permit is required upon hire. Rainbow Rider will provide all new hires paid training and the use of our bus for the behind-the-wheel testing.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Be capable of safely driving a public transit vehicle.
  • Communicate clearly, effectively and completely in a way that makes passengers feel valued and appreciated.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of streets, highways, retail centers, medical clinics and hospitals, cities, towns and counties in the Rainbow Rider service area.
  • Demonstrate ability to read a map.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Rainbow Rider program including the services, routes, schedules, fare structures and policies and procedures.
  • Pass training courses on safety, defensive driving, lift operations, Rainbow Rider operations policy manual and passenger assistance.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and ability to perform preventive maintenance checks.
  • Maintain transportation vehicles, including fueling, cleaning and general maintenance.
  • Capable of operating the lift and tie-down equipment. Must be capable of operating the lift manually.
  • Capable of using safety equipment, and the two-way radio equipment according to standard radio protocols.
  • Demonstrate ability to accurately maintain a driver's route and schedule log.
  • Maintain simple records and reports including time records, driver manifests, Accident/incident reports and pre
  • and post-inspection reports.
  • Familiarity and compliance with Rainbow Rider policies and procedures on the use of the telephone, two-way radio equipment and mobile data terminals.
  • Clean bus interior daily, exterior as appropriate.
  • Be able to lift fifty (50) pounds, carry up to three (3) packages and otherwise provide assistance to passengers.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan
Experience:
driving: 1 year (Preferred) Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CDL (Preferred) Driver's License (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person