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Bus Drivers, School or Special Client

SOC 53-3022.00

Transport students or special clients, such as the elderly or persons with disabilities. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist passengers in boarding or exiting.

Zone 2 Transportation and Material Moving

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Operation and Control

3.5

Social Perceptiveness

3.4

Active Listening

3.2

Operation Monitoring

3.2

Speaking

3.1

Critical Thinking

3.1

Monitoring

3.1

Judgment and Decision Making

3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

Transportation

4.3

Public Safety and Security

3.8

English Language

3.4

Customer and Personal Service

3.2

Psychology

3.1

Administration and Management

2.6

Education and Training

2.5

Law and Government

2.4

Key Tasks

1Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops.

2Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.

3Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety.

4Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.

5Escort small children across roads and highways.

Also Known As

Bus Driver Bus Driver/Monitor CDL Driver (Commercial Drivers License Driver) Driver School Bus Driver School Bus Driver/Custodian School Bus Driver/Mechanic School Bus Driver/Teacher Assistant School Bus Operator School Transportation Director