Bus Driver Jobs in New Mexico

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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Shuttle Bus Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

The Shuttle Bus Driver responsible for supplying transportation services to students and performing general maintenance duties throughout the center....

Transit Vehicle Operator

  • Roswell, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Roswell, NM
  • 3 days ago

endorsement, drivers license issued by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.Must possess and maintain a phone for necessary call-in.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMEN...

Bus Driver

  • Santa Ana Pue, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Ana Pue, NM
  • 4 days ago

Bus Driver CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt DEPARTMENT: Transportation SUPERVISOR: Transit Operations Supervisor GRADE: NE5 Position Summary: Bus Driver will report directly to the Transit Operations Supervisor...

Child Care Bus Driver- La Petite Academy, Fortuna NW

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

The Child Care Center Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting children and staff on field trips, to and from school, and other locations....

2025-2026 SY: Bus Driver - Hourly

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 4/3/2025 Location: Transportation Building   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Bus Driver - Hourly Work Unit: Transportation Department...

2025-2026 SY: Bus Driver - Multiple Position

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 4/3/2025 Location: Transportation Building   Additional Information: Show/Hide Title: Bus Driver - Multiple Positions Work Unit: Transportation...

Activity Bus Driver

  • Bayard, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Bayard, NM
  • 11 days ago

Activity Bus Driver JobID: 399 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Activity Bus Driver Date Posted: 3/28/2025 Location: District Wide Attachment(s): Activity Bus Driver - Job Descript.pdf...

Bus Driver

  • Ohkay Owingeh, NM
  • 17 days ago
  • Ohkay Owingeh, NM
  • 17 days ago

Valid Commercial Driver's License....

Patient Transport Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 18 days ago

Overview Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Patient Transport Driver in Albuquerque, NM. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our...

Shuttle Bus Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 26 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 26 days ago

Job Corps is the country's most extensive nationwide no-cost residential career training program and has been operating for over 50 years. With a mission to “attract eligible young people, teach...

Bus Driver

  • Belen, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Belen, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Bus Driver Transportation Department Start Date ASAP Qualifications: High School diploma or GED certificate Must be 21 years or older Valid and current New Mexico commercial drivers license (CDL Class...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Belen, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Belen, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Substitute Bus Driver Transportation Department 2024/2025 SY Qualifications: High School diploma or GED certificate Must be 21 year or older Valid and current New Mexico commercial drivers license (...

CDL Route/Activity Bus Drivers

  • Taos, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Taos, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Possess a safe driving record (as demonstrated in five year driving abstract), a valid State of New Mexico Driver's License, and a Commercial Driver's License....

Transit Operator II

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Licenses/Certification(s) Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement is required....

Bus Driver

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago

Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Passenger Endorsement is a requirement for this job....

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in New Mexico

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in New Mexico offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
19.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.0%
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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