Opportunities From: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society

SAG VAN DRIVERS 

Special Assistance Group (SAG) Vans transport cyclists who are unable to ride to the next rest stop (or to lunch or finish). This volunteer position supports the ACC Texas MS 150 as the official event SAG support team, and does not support a specific team, individual, or interest group. This is approximately a 20-40 hour commitment. Time includes mandatory meetings, training, rental pick-up the Friday before the event/rental drop-off (potentially Monday after the event), as well as SAG duties during the event. 

 

SAG Drivers are required to meet two requirements set by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: (1) Pass a criminal background check (2) Pass a Motor Vehicle Record screening.

 

SAG Drivers must have average visual acuity; the ability to drive a large 15-passenger van through tight rider/pedestrian areas; possess the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, such as large bicycle. It is important that SAG drivers practice patience and are able to handle high-pressure situations. SAG drivers are required to have a second person (navigator) who is the co-pilot assisting the driver with directions, a second set of eyes and interact with passengers. Loading bikes is also a duty for Navigators. There is a maximum of two volunteers per van. SAG volunteers must be able to work from 5:30 or 6:30 a.m. to close of the course each day that they are committed to unless otherwise stated. 

*By completing the sign-up process, you are applying to be a SAG Driver for the 2026 ACC Texas MS 150. Sign-up does not constitute acceptance as a SAG Driver. When you meet all the requirements of the position, you will be notified and provided further information.* 

SAG VAN NAVIGATORS 

 

Special Assistance Group (SAG) Vans transport cyclists who are unable to ride to the next breakpoint (or to lunch or finish). This volunteer position supports the ACC Texas MS 150 as the official event SAG support team, and does not support a specific team, individual, or interest group. This is approximately a 20-40 hour commitment. Time includes mandatory meetings, training, rental pick-up the Friday before the event/rental drop-off (potentially the Monday after event weekend), as well as SAG duties during the event. 

 

SAG Navigators are the co-pilots assisting the driver with directions, a second set of eyes and interact with passengers. Loading bikes is also a duty for Navigators. 

 

SAG Navigators can assist with driving if the proper requirements are met. They are required to meet two requirements set by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: (1) Pass a criminal background check (2) Pass a Motor Vehicle Record screening.

       

SAG Navigators not planning to assist with driving are required to meet pass a criminal background check.

SAG Navigators must have the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, such as large bicycle. It is important that SAG Navigators practice patience and are able to handle high-pressure situations. There is a maximum of two volunteers per van. SAG volunteers must be able to work from 5:30 or 6:30 a.m. to close of the course each day they are committed to. 

 
 

*By completing the sign-up process, you are applying to be a SAG Navigator for the 2026 ACC Texas MS 150. Sign-up does not constitute acceptance as a SAG Navigator. When you meet all the requirements of the position, you will be notified and provided further information.* 

SAG Box/Bus Combinations Drivers 

Special Assistance Group (SAG) box/bus combination vehicles transport cyclists from rest stop to rest stop or can transport cyclists and their bikes to lunch or finish. These volunteer positions support the ACC Texas MS 150 as the official event SAG support team, and do not support a specific team, individual, or interest group. This is approximately a 40-hour commitment. Time includes mandatory meetings, training and rental pick-up the Friday before the event/rental drop-off the Monday after event weekend. Plus, SAG duties Saturday and Sunday of the event. 
 
School buses are operated by a company and are paired with box trucks which are driven and navigated by volunteers. Box truck drivers are required to meet three requirements set by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: (1) Pass a criminal background check (2) Pass a Motor Vehicle Record screening (3) view an online driver safety training course. 

 

Box Truck Drivers must have average visual acuity; the ability to drive a large 15-passenger van through tight rider/pedestrian areas; possess the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, such as large bicycle. It is important that SAG drivers practice patience and are able to handle high-pressure situations. 

 

SAG Box Truck Navigators are the co-pilots assisting the driver with directions, and loading bikes. 

 

SAG Box Truck Navigators can assist with driving if the proper requirements are met. They are required to meet three requirements set by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: (1) Pass a criminal background check (2) Pass a Motor Vehicle Record screening (3) view an online driver safety training course.        

 

SAG Box Truck Navigators not planning to assist with driving are required to meet pass a criminal background check. 
 
 

SAG Box/Bus Drivers must have average visual acuity; the ability to drive a large 15-passenger van through tight rider/pedestrian areas; possess the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, such as large bicycle. It is important that SAG drivers practice patience and are able to handle high-pressure situations. All SAG drivers are required to have a second person (navigator) who is the co-pilot assisting the driver with directions, be a second set of eyes, and interact with riders in the passenger vans. 

 

*By completing the sign-up process, you are applying to be a Box/Bus Driver for the 2026 ACC Texas MS 150. Sign-up does not constitute acceptance as a SAG Navigator. When you meet all the requirements of the position, you will be notified and provided further information.* 

SAG Box/Bus Combinations Navigator 

 

Special Assistance Group (SAG) Vans transport cyclists who are unable to ride to the next rest stop (or to lunch or finish). This volunteer position supports the ACC Texas MS 150 as the official event SAG support team, and does not support a specific team, individual, or interest group. This is approximately a 40-hour commitment. Time includes mandatory meetings, training, rental pick-up the Friday before the event/rental drop-off the Monday after event weekend, as well as SAG duties Saturday and Sunday of the event. 

 

Box/Bus Combo Navigators are the co-pilots assisting the driver with directions and a second set of eyes. Loading bikes is also a duty for Navigators. 

 

Box/Bus Combo Navigators can assist with driving if the proper requirements are met. They are required to meet three requirements set by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: (1) Pass a criminal background check (2) Pass a Motor Vehicle Record screening (3) view an online driver safety training course.     

   

Box/Bus Combo Navigators not planning to assist with driving are required to meet pass a criminal background check. 

 

Box/Bus Combo Navigators must have the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, such as large bicycle. It is important that SAG Navigators practice patience and are able to handle high-pressure situations. There is a maximum of two volunteers per vehicle. SAG volunteers must be able to work the entire weekend from 5:30 or 6:30 a.m. to close of the course each day. 

 
 

*By completing the sign-up process, you are applying to be a Box/Bus Navigator for the 2026 Texas MS 150. Sign-up does not constitute acceptance as a SAG Navigator. When you meet all the requirements of the position, you will be notified and provided further information.*