Bus Driver Jobs in Irvine, CA

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.

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Bus Driver Trainee

  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Newport-Mesa Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further...

Bus Driver - Delegated Trainer at Sierra Education Center (IN-HOUSE ONLY) Job post may close sooner if sufficient applicant pool is received

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

IN HOUSE APPLICANTS ONLY* Outside applicants will not be considered and will be screened out.. All required documents must be attached by the job closing date. Incomplete applications will NOT be...

Bus Driver - Open Until Sufficient Applicant Pool is Received - Multiple Vacancies Available

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Whittier Union High School District See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further...

Bus Driver Trainee

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Whittier Union High School District See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further...

Bus Driver - Part time, Non-Benefited

  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago

NOW HIRING BUS DRIVERS!! The Buena Park Senior Center is one of the largest and busiest senior centers in the region....

Bus Driver

  • City of Industry, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago

HLPUSD relies on a team of Bus Drivers to provide safe and reliable transportation for students....

Bus Driver/Trainer Job#118A - Transportation

  • Norwalk, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Norwalk, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Answers to Supplemental Questions (SCHOOL BUS DRIVER'S CERTIFICATE ) Certificate Copy (STATE SCHOOL BUS DRIVER INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE ) Certification (MEDICAL CERTIFICATE ) DMV Printout (K4 DRIVER HISTORY...

Coach Operator

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Earn a $2,000 Signing/Retention Bonus!! Join Our Team as a CDL Coach Operator Pay: $21.20 Job Type: Full-time Location: Perris, CA Shift & Schedule: All Shifts Available! Comprehensive Benefits:...

Bus Driver

  • Irvine, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 19 days ago

Bus Driver We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in Irvine, CA....

Experience: One year of experience in the transportation of students or the completion of a school bus driver training program. Education: Equivalent to the completion of High School....

Bus Driver / Driver Trainer

  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 29 days ago

California State Department of Education School Bus Driver Instructor Certificate authorizing classroom and behind the wheel training and maintaining of such certificate as a condition of continued...

Bus Driver Substitute

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

View Job Description This is a Substitute Bus Driver recruitment. Please read the applicant email attachment for a more detailed explanation. The is to create a substitute eligibility list only....

Bus Driver - Transportation Department

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

View Job Description Requirements: You must have at least one (1) year experience as a school bus driver for your application to be considered....

Bus Driver

  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid Class A or B California Motor Vehicle Operator's License with passenger transportation endorsement, "S", and air brake endorsement Must have a current DMV printout...

SUBSTITUTE Bus Driver/Utility Worker

  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Please submit an EDJOIN online application, along with all required documentation as detailed below: REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Driver's License Copy (Valid appropriate California Commercial Driver's License...

Demographic Data for Irvine, CA

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Irvine, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Irvine, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
19.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.9%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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