Bus Driver Jobs
A Bus Driver in the transportation industry is primarily responsible for operating a bus to transport passengers from one location to another. This could include driving school buses, intercity buses, transit buses, or motor coaches. Bus drivers must ensure safe transportation of passengers by following all traffic laws, adjusting their driving according to weather and road conditions, and managing any unruly or disruptive passengers. They also collect fares, answer questions about schedules or routes, and assist passengers with disabilities in getting on or off the bus.
Important skills for a bus driver include excellent driving skills, proficiency in operating various types of buses, and strong customer service skills. They should also have good physical health, as the job often requires sitting for long periods and occasionally lifting heavy luggage or wheelchairs. Moreover, they need to have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a passenger endorsement, often requiring a special training program. Before becoming a bus driver, a person may have roles such as a taxi driver, a delivery driver, or a truck driver, which provide relevant experience in professional driving and interacting with passengers.
Childcare School Age Floater/Bus Driver
- Overlake Academy
- Tooele, UT
- 2 days ago
- Overlake Academy
- Tooele, UT
- 2 days ago
Age groups: School Age/Bus Driver To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED....
$2/hour bonus upon completing contract!! Greets guests on the docks. Safely transports guests to and from Adventure Camp, Horseback ranch, and/or between drop off points utilizing the route...
CDL Bus Driver New York City Area ( Hybrid )
- MRA Mobile Experiential
- New York, NY
- 12 days ago
- MRA Mobile Experiential
- New York, NY
- 12 days ago
Hit the Road with MRA: Hiring CDL Bus Driver – New York City Area We take brands on the road, turning big ideas into mobile experiences that connect with people nationwide....
Valid Arizona Driver’s License – Class B CDL with P & S Endorsements or ability to obtain....
Exceptional Children - Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver
- Havelock, NC
- 2 hours ago
- Havelock, NC
- 2 hours ago
CRAVEN COUNTY SCHOOLS Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver POSITION DESCRIPTION Position: Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver Reports To: School Principal/Bus Supervisor FLSA...
Experienced Bus Driver with commercial class B license, with passenger endorsement and airbrake endorsement, for driving our 54 plus passenger bus....
Have you considered being a Transit Bus Driver in your community? Now's your chance! Get PAID to do what you love!...
Job? Highlights : $50,000 to $70,000 (typical first year earnings) Paid, Best in Class Training Guaranteed Days Off Holiday and Overtime Pay Meal Pay Union representation Incentives and bonuses...
Essential Job Functions Practices safe and defensive driving techniques and maintains both a good driving record and a valid Alaska commercial driver's license....
Position Type: Extra Service/Extra Service Date Posted: 4/10/2025 Location: District Date Available: Summer Closing Date: Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide PROGRAM LOCATION...
Patient Transport Driver, full-time - Saint Joseph PACE
- Mishawaka, IN
- 13 hours ago
- Mishawaka, IN
- 13 hours ago
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Driver Hours - Full Time- Monday-Friday, Occasional weekends Location - LIFE St Joseph Provide one-to-one, compassionate care and love your job About...
Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Bus Driver for Marycrest Senior Living Position is Part-time - 24 hours/week....
Now hiring a reliable, personable, friendly bus driver who enjoys engaging with seniors!...
Possess a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements with a good driving record required. Pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required....
Requirements: Clean driving record Minimum 1 year of CDL experience 7 years of general driving experience Ability to pass a drug & alcohol test and current CDL physical Must be able to drive a...
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Bus Drivers offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Bus Driver position
- Organization
- Inventory Management
- English
- Microsoft Windows
- Teaching
- Background Checks
- Quality Control Inspection
- Flexibility
- Custodial Skills
- Events
- Communication Skills
- General Repair
- Lawn Care
- Maintaining Grounds
- Mowing
- Writing Skills
- Education Experience
- School Nutrition
- Vacuuming
- Over the Road
- DOT Compliance
- Double Trailer
- Transportation Logistics
- Routing
- Loading & Unloading
- Dispatching
- Hazardous Materials
- Forklift Operator
- Driving
- High School Diploma
- Logistics
- Regulations
- Sales
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Training and Development
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