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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity

SOC 53-3021.00

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

Green Occupation Zone 2 Transportation and Material Moving

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Operation and Control

3.9

Operation Monitoring

3.6

Active Listening

3.1

Critical Thinking

3.1

Service Orientation

3.1

Time Management

3.1

Speaking

3.0

Monitoring

3.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Transportation

4.5

Customer and Personal Service

4.3

Public Safety and Security

4.0

English Language

3.4

Law and Government

3.1

Administration and Management

2.8

Telecommunications

2.8

Computers and Electronics

2.7

Key Tasks

1Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.

2Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.

3Inspect vehicles and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.

4Announce stops to passengers.

5Assist passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off bus, ensure they are seated properly, help carry baggage, and answer questions about bus schedules or routes.

Also Known As

Bus Driver Bus Operator Charter Bus Driver Charter Driver City Bus Driver Coach Operator Day Haul or Farm Charter Bus Driver Delivery Driver Interstate Bus Driver Jitney Driver