Job Description

Events Bus Driver – (Part-time/Seasonal)

Deadline to apply: June 2, 2026

Expected Start Date: June 2026

Details

• $20.00 - $25.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)
• Part Time (Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal Status), Non-Exempt
• Reports to Senior Center Recreation Supervisor
• Located at Senior Center (8950 Eden Prairie Road, Eden Prairie, MN). Will be driving to and from various parks and locations in Eden Prairie.
• Position runs May- August 2026, the majority of shifts will be evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

The Events Bus Driver position will drive city vans and buses to safely transport participants to/from City programs and events. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are:

• Driving a shuttle bus with passengers of all ages on a continuous route and making frequent stops to summer events such as Jazz Fest, People Fest, Summer Concert and Theater Events.
• Ensures passengers receive safe and timely transportation for special events and activities by following training and safety guidelines, protocols and procedures.
• Provides excellent customer service to ensure riders receive a welcoming and positive experience.
• Completes pre-inspection and post-inspection of the bus and equipment and maintain driving logs.

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D) required.
• Valid Driver’s License and excellent driving record required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older; at least 2 years driving experience required, experience driving a bus preferred.
• Evening and weekend availability required.
• This position requires the ability to lift/carry/push/pull at least 50-70 lbs. and operate a motor vehicle. Driving during the evening hours/ nighttime conditions required.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, driver’s license check, work verification, pre-employment physical, and drug/alcohol test.

Skills

• Able to convey a message to get a point across; communicates in a clear and concise manner; able to write clearly and succinctly; tailors message to a variety of communication settings and styles.
• Ability to perform and/or coordinate several activities, responsibilities, and tasks simultaneously in a polite and professional manner; prioritizes what needs to get done; keeps things neat and orderly; utilizes tools for efficiency; factors several considerations when planning; establishes methods to ensure routine tasks are completed.
• Ability to tackle a problem by using logical, systematic, sequential approach; makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternatives; notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; identifies a set of features, parameters or considerations to take into account in analyzing a situation or making a decision.

City of Eden Prairie Values

We are a service organization. We take pride in what we do. We cultivate a supportive, encouraging and productive culture with a strong customer focus. We promote wellness and plan work/life balance into our goals. We value differences and foster inclusion. We achieve success by exhibiting our core values: collaboration, innovation, integrity, performance and relationships.

Application Process

To apply, click on "apply now" at the top of the page or visit www.edenprairiemn.gov and click on the Jobs tab.