Bus Driver
Driver a bus to transport passengers between locations.
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- What's it like to be a Bus Driver?
- How to become a Bus Driver
- Latest Bus Driver jobs
- Top skills and experience for Bus Drivers
- Is Bus Driver the right role for you?
- Bus Driver role reviews
What's it like to be a Bus Driver?
Bus Drivers are responsible for transporting passengers from one place to another by bus. Bus Drivers typically drive buses along consistent routes, making scheduled stops to pick up and drop off passengers. Some Bus Drivers do long-haul driving from one state to another, picking up and dropping off passengers at singular destinations only. Bus Drivers are responsible for the safety and comfort of the people travelling in their vehicle.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Checking tickets and transport passes.
- Ensuring the bus does not fill over capacity.
- Helping differently-abled passengers get on or off the bus.
- Driving the route knowledgeably and safely.
- Ensuring travel rules are not broken by passengers on the bus.
- Maintaining and monitoring the vehicle’s parts and fuel level.
How to become a Bus Driver
There are special licensing requirements to become a Bus Driver, which may vary depending on the state licensing authority.
- Obtain a state-issued unrestricted drivers’ licence, and then apply and qualify for a special licence that allows you to drive larger vehicles such as buses. Contact your local motor registry to find out which licence/s you need in your state.
- Hold a clean driving record.
- You may need to complete a bus driving training course. State transit authorities usually have their own courses.
- You can also complete a Certificate III in Driving Operations (TLI31216) at TAFE or a private training college.
- To gain experience in this industry and to boost your resume, you can also volunteer as a driver.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Bus Driver employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Australian MR Licence
Drivers Accreditation
Bus Driving
Australian HR Licence
Customer Service
Road Law
Drivers Licence
Heavy Vehicle Knowledge
Authorising
Working with Children
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Latest Bus Driver reviews
Sep 2024
My overall experience of being a bus driver is a rewarding journey of connecting with people, navigating diverse routes, and making a positive impact on the community.
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationTrades & Services
The good thingsDriving a bus has several positive aspects:
Community Connection: You get to meet and interact with various passengers, fostering a sense of community.
Job Stability: Many transit jobs offer steady ...
The challengesIts nice to be out and about, but Traffic and the occasional anti-social behaviour, can sometimes ruin things.
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Apr 2024
I’ve been driving a bus for 4 months but I had been driving a hr truck for 30 years
Reviewer's QualificationCompleted High School (Year 12)
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationMining, Resources & Energy
The good thingsWork is good just need more hours
The challengesAmount of hours only working 5 hours a day in a 7/7
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