SouthWest Transit is an award-winning public transit agency serving the core areas of Chaska, Chanhassen, and Eden Prairie. We currently offer express bus service to and from Downtown Minneapolis, the University of Minnesota, and Normandale Community College as well as daily on-demand micro-transit service in our core service area as well as adjacent cities in Carver, Scott, and Hennepin counties. In addition to our regular services, we also offer seasonal services including the Minnesota State Fair, Twins Express, Vikings Express, Gophers Express, select concerts, and more.
 
Mission: 
We provide a premium experience for the southwest Twin Cities through safe, reliable, and cost-effective transit that builds community and connects our customers from where they are to where they want to go.
 
Vision:
SouthWest Transit is the leading provider of innovative transit solutions that improve livability and enhance economic opportunity in the communities we serve.
SouthWest Transit is looking for Ticket Sellers to work the 2 weeks of the State Fair and/or the weekends of the Renaissance Festival. The days and hours worked are flexible.The Ticket Seller sells tickets to the public using the Square POS system to take cash or credit card payments. The person in this role will interact heavily with the passengers and is one of the first representations passengers see of SouthWest Transit. The Ticket Seller will answer rider questions regarding the SWT State Fair/Renaissance Festival busing service.
A minimum number of 3 shifts worked during the State Fair is required. However, the preferred minimum number of shifts worked during the State Fair is 5.
Applications may be reviewed as they are submitted.

• Sell tickets to the public using the Square POS system to take cash or credit card payments.
• Interact with customers and answer questions regarding the SWT State Fair/Renaissance Festival busing service.
• Ensure the cleanliness of grounds, lobbies, and restrooms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills & Experience Required:

• At least 16 years or older
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Interpersonal Skills (i.e., communication skills, empathy, patience, etc.)
• Ability to have a cheerful disposition and tone when interacting with all kinds of customers

 
Preferred Skills & Experience:

• 1-2 years experience as a cashier or ticket seller

Work is primarily indoors. Much of the workday is spent standing or sitting. The noise level in the working environment is usually moderate but can be loud in some areas. Occasional lifting of 15lbs or less is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving vehicles and wet, cold, and/or hot/humid conditions.