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Golf Cart Driver

Service Summary

Safely drive the Golf Cart in order to provide transportation to guests who prefer or need a ride. This volunteer activity provides access to visitors who might not otherwise be able to participate.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a golf cart on site

  • Welcome and greet guests, thank guests when done and encourage future visits and membership.

  • Safely drive the golf cart, being mindful of passenger safety and fully aware of the presence of possible pedestrians and bicycles yielding to all pedestrians, bikes and traffic. Children may not ride on the rear-facing back seat without an adult accompanying them.

  • Report any inappropriate behavior or customer concerns to site supervisors or managers.

  • Use a two-way radio to communicate with other cart drivers and historic site employees.

Qualifications

  • Valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory result on a driving record check, and demonstrated ability to drive a golf cart in a safe manner.

  • Friendly, outgoing, respectful, and customer service-oriented.

  • Strong level of responsibility and maturity in order to handle situations that may come up with guests.

  • Punctual, dependable.

  • Desire to work with guests of all ages.

  • Flexible and adaptable to a dynamic and changing setting.

Accessibility Information

This opportunity will need someone who has the ability to get on and off the golf cart and drive. We strive to be inclusive hosts and to enable all individuals to fully engage. Please let us know if there are any accommodations you

Visit the Historic Fort Snelling accessibility page for more information.

Training & Safety

Attend an onsite volunteer training session(s) to gain familiarity with customer service standards, operation of golf cart, safe driving techniques and routes. Typically this training will be conducted on your first shift unless otherwise scheduled.

Time Commitment

Weekly or every-other-week

Wednesday - Saturday

3-5 hour shifts between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM with a lunch break


Coordinator: Chris Tolman, chris.tolman@mnhs.org, 218-328-8516

Location(s): Forest History Center


Become a volunteer

Volunteers

Volunteers are essential to the Minnesota Historical Society.

You are part of Minnesota's story.

From the shores of Lake Superior to the depths of the State Archives, MNHS volunteers are everywhere.

Our opportunities are as diverse as the people and places we serve. Volunteers help us cultivate curiosity, care for collections, share their stories, and more! Don't have a history degree? That's ok. For many opportunities, prior formal education or experience is not required.

Want to see what's out there? Hop over to our Volunteer Opportunities page to see how you can help.

Perks For All Active Volunteers

  • Free admission to special exhibit previews, tours, and classes
  • Free parking & bus passes for active volunteers
  • 10% discount at all museum stores
  • Two double discount weeks in the year
  • Recognition events & special programs exclusively for volunteers
  • Access to break areas on days when you are volunteering
  • 30% food & beverage discounts at the Minnesota History Center Cafe Minnesota

Show your nametag to receive the perks.

Volunteers With 50+ Annual Hours

Volunteers who contribute 50+ hours of service during one calendar year earn free household admission to all MNHS historic sites and museums. These volunteers receive a special volunteer ID card at the end of the year, which can be used as a pass for free admission for the following year.