Driver / Full-time

Agency : Veterans Affairs Dept

Job family : Manufacturing/Equip Careers

Job function : Equipment Operation

Pay range : 20.87 - 23.34

Job details

Working Title : Driver Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Job ID: 98355 Location: Minneapolis Telework Eligible : No Full/Part Time : Full-time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 11/10/2026 Closing Date: 11/17/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Dept Veterans Affairs / Vets Home - Minneapolis - AFSCME Division/Unit: Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Maintenance Staff <

Summary

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more! The Minnesota Veterans Home - Minneapolis is looking for a full-time Driver for our 53-acre campus. This position will provide transportation via handi-vans/passenger vehicles for up to 10 residents to and from medical facilities/appointments, deliver/transport packages, medical equipment, parcels between homes, buildings, and vendors. Ensure that vehicles are in operational order through pre/post trip inspections. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Transporting residents and medical equipment (i.e. oxygen tanks, wheelchairs, etc.) in a safe and timely manner Inspections of vehicles and conducting minor repairs Transport packages, furniture, medication, biohazards, and deliverables in a timely manner Support and enhance the safety and security of residents, staff, and visitor (i.e. special events, emergencies, searches, weather and road hazards) Perform minor building/ground maintenance such as pick up litter and maintain garbage receptables Document and track work orders in an electronic system Familiarity with the facility?s safe work practices and infection prevention programs NOTE: The work days are Monday - Friday and the work hours for this position rotate between the shifts below: 5:45 am - 2:15 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. A valid Minnesota class D driver's license Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions Must be able to obtain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification /First Aid certification within six (6) months of hire Preferred Qualifications Experience driving large passenger vehicles Experience working with vulnerable adults Additional Requirements

How to apply

How to Apply Select ?Apply for Job? at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Cindy Juliar at cindy.juliar@state.mn.us To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Cindy Juliar at cindy.juliar@state.mn.us