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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity

Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.

Other names for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity: Transit Coach Operator, Transportation Supervisor, Bus Driver, Bus Operator, CDL Driver (Commercial Drivers License Driver), Charter Coach Driver, Coach Operator, Day Haul or Farm Charter Bus Driver, Delivery Driver, Interstate Bus Driver, Jitney Driver, Mobile Lounge Driver or Operator, Motor Bus Driver, Motor Coach Driver, Motor Coach Operator, Motor Coach Tour Operator, Motorcoach Driver, Motorcoach Operator, Operator, Stage Driver, Trackless Trolley Driver, Tram Driver, Transit Bus Operator,

What do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity do?

  • Inspect vehicles, and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.
  • Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules in order to transport passengers, complying with traffic regulations.
  • Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.
  • Assist passengers with baggage and collect tickets or cash fares.
  • Report delays or accidents.
  • Advise passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
  • Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
  • Load and unload baggage in baggage compartments.
  • Record cash receipts and ticket fares.
  • Make minor repairs to vehicle and change tires.

Do you enjoy these?

  • Automotive hydraulic systems
  • Mobile phones
  • Security cameras
  • Informational signs
  • Emergency medical services first aid kits
  • Grease guns
  • Minibuses
  • Busses
  • Minivans or vans
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Automotive doors
  • Public address systems
  • Lifts
  • Pressure indicators
  • Two way radios
  • Lifts
  • Wheelchair accessories

Technology used

  • Internet browser software
  • Map creation software