School Bus Driver

Job Duties

Overview of Organization: Hmong American Partnership (HAP) is the largest Hmong-led organization in the U.S., dedicated to empowering the Hmong and Southeast Asian communities since 1990. Our focus is on providing education, employment, health, and community services. Join us and be part of a team making a real difference every day!

HAP is much more than a social service non-profit. As part of our mission, we have branched into many new sectors, including economic development, social enterprise, and community impact. Hmong American Partnership (HAP) reaches out to the world with profound social, economic, and educational transformation.

Who is HAP Transportation?

HAP Transportation has been around since 2010 and is a part of a larger non-profit organization that serves the immigrant and refugee communities. We drive for area charter schools, and we are happy to say that we transport some of the best-behaved students around!

Some of the benefits we offer that are unique in the industry:

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus (for full-time drivers).
• Guaranteed Paid Hours (up to 7 hrs/day).
• Paid Sick Time accrual (ESST) + an organization-wide Paid Mental Health Week.
• Paid Holiday Break incentive available for Winter and Spring Break.
• Salary: $28.00 - $35.55/hour (Depending on qualifications).
• Full Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Employer-Long-Term Disability (LTD), MN Paid Leave, & 401(k).

Hmong American Partnership is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation should contact us at hr@hmong.org.

Minimum Education Required

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications.

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Drivers are required to meet all DOT requirements, including maintaining a valid driver’s license.
• Valid Class B CDL license with school bus and passenger endorsements.
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and driving record check.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and have had a driver's license for three or more years.
• One (1) year of school bus driving experience preferred

Minimum Experience Required

Position Responsibilities

• Safely transport children to and from school and on field trips according to scheduled times and routes.
• Operate the school bus in a safe and effective manner at all times in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life.
• Maintain order and security on the bus and obey all laws, regulations, and rules of conduct.
• Maintain discipline on the bus, and document any behavioral/discipline issues.
• Ensure that the school bus is in good operating condition at all times.
• Maintain fuel level at a half tank in order to keep the vehicle at maximum efficiency and usage.
• Complete a thorough inspection of the bus before every trip. Accurately and thoroughly complete a Pre-Trip Inspection form that is signed and dated, and submit to the delegated staff person.
• Perform minor maintenance duties as well as clean the bus as scheduled and/or required, including keeping the bus free of debris, sweeping, dusting, and cleaning windows.

Shift

Split

Number of Openings

5

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$28.00 - $35.55 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

$2,000 sign on bonus.

Postal Code

55117

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

92358

Job Benefits

Benefits: All full-time (30+ hours per week) Hmong American Partnership (HAP) employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, MN Paid Leave, Employer Paid Long-Term Disability (LTD), Sick & Safe Time + an organization-wide Paid Mental Health Week, 11 Holidays, 401K, and more!