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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
Job Information
Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.
Information
- Opportunities should be good, although applicants for higher paying public transit bus driver positions may encounter competition.
- State and Federal governments establish bus driver qualifications and standards, which include a commercial driver's license.
- Work schedules vary considerably among various types of bus drivers.
- Bus drivers must possess strong customer service skills, including communication skills and the ability to manage large groups of people with varying needs.
Statistics
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Personality | I'm hands on |
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Salary | $35,720/yr ($17.86/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Average |
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Education | High School diploma |