Parks & Recreation Bus Driver (part-time)
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City of Portage
Portage, MI, US
Summary
The bus driver will provide safe and reliable transportation for patrons attending various city events and programs. Responsibilities include operating shuttle buses during scheduled event hours throughout the year.
Job Description
Parks and Recreation is looking for year-round part-time bus drivers to create a pool of shuttle bus drivers for events and programs, providing reliable and safe transportation to patrons with disabilities, young children, or other limitations at the events.
What You'll Do:
- Drive shuttle buses for events and programs. Must be available for some of the upcoming programs.
- Summer Concert Series: 5 concerts, 5 PM - 10 PM, two drivers
- Friday at the Flats: 4 nights, 5 PM - 10 PM, two drivers
- Fall Fest: 1 day, 9 AM - 2 PM, two drivers
- Monster Mash: 2 PM -8 PM, two drivers
- Traditional Holiday: 5 PM - 10 PM, two drivers
- Fish camp: 3 Days, 9 AM - 1 PM, one driver
- Agritourism Programs (2): 5 PM- 9 PM, one driver
What We're Looking for:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must possess a Michigan Chauffer's license with a good driving record
- Previous school bus experience desired
Why Join Us?
- Excellent pay: $25/hour
How to join us?
- Apply online at www.portagemi.gov/200 or apply in person at Portage City Hall, Human Resources Department, 7900 S, Westnedge Avenue, Portage, MI
- Please call (269)329-4533 or text (269) 998-1385 if you have any questions.
City of Portage, Michigan
Municipal Government
Population: 48,891 (2020 Census)
225+ Employees
How to Apply: Complete the on-line application, download an application or stop by and complete on at the Department of Human Resources, 7900 South Westnedge Avenue, Portage, MI 49002.
Careers Employed by the City of Portage: Administrative, Accounting, Assessing, Community Development/Planning, Firefighters, Human Resources, Parks & Recreation, Police Officers, Civil Engineers, Public Works - Parks & Streets, Senior Citizen Services
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits are offered including medical, dental, vision, or an insurance opt out benefit, 401(a), optional 457, paid vacation, paid personal days, paid holidays, paid sick time, annual reviews with potential merit increases, on-going training/development, life insurance, employee assistance programs, and an optional Health Management Program.
Customer Service Mission Statement: We, the employees of the City of Portage, are committed to delivering superior customer service that meets the needs of the citizens, business owners and others in a consistent manner unsurpassed in professionalism, politeness and promptness.
Social Responsibility: We are a socially responsible organization and support our community in events as food drives, United Way, Adopt-a-Family, and Casual for a Cause to name a few. Many of our employees privately volunteer in other ways throughout the community.
Founded
1963
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Portage, MI
City of Portage, Michigan
Municipal Government
Population: 48,891 (2020 Census)
225+ Employees
How to Apply: Complete the on-line application, download an application or stop by and complete on at the Department of Human Resources, 7900 South Westnedge Avenue, Portage, MI 49002.
Careers Employed by the City of Portage: Administrative, Accounting, Assessing, Community Development/Planning, Firefighters, Human Resources, Parks & Recreation, Police Officers, Civil Engineers, Public Works - Parks & Streets, Senior Citizen Services
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits are offered including medical, dental, vision, or an insurance opt out benefit, 401(a), optional 457, paid vacation, paid personal days, paid holidays, paid sick time, annual reviews with potential merit increases, on-going training/development, life insurance, employee assistance programs, and an optional Health Management Program.
Customer Service Mission Statement: We, the employees of the City of Portage, are committed to delivering superior customer service that meets the needs of the citizens, business owners and others in a consistent manner unsurpassed in professionalism, politeness and promptness.
Social Responsibility: We are a socially responsible organization and support our community in events as food drives, United Way, Adopt-a-Family, and Casual for a Cause to name a few. Many of our employees privately volunteer in other ways throughout the community.
Founded
1963
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Government Administration
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Portage, MI
