Bus Driver Jobs in Arkansas

A Bus Driver in the transportation industry is primarily responsible for operating a bus to transport passengers from one location to another. This could include driving school buses, intercity buses, transit buses, or motor coaches. Bus drivers must ensure safe transportation of passengers by following all traffic laws, adjusting their driving according to weather and road conditions, and managing any unruly or disruptive passengers. They also collect fares, answer questions about schedules or routes, and assist passengers with disabilities in getting on or off the bus.

Important skills for a bus driver include excellent driving skills, proficiency in operating various types of buses, and strong customer service skills. They should also have good physical health, as the job often requires sitting for long periods and occasionally lifting heavy luggage or wheelchairs. Moreover, they need to have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a passenger endorsement, often requiring a special training program. Before becoming a bus driver, a person may have roles such as a taxi driver, a delivery driver, or a truck driver, which provide relevant experience in professional driving and interacting with passengers.

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Bus Driver (Helena)

  • West Helena, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • West Helena, AR
  • 3 days ago

Licenses : Arkansas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements. Experience : Prior experience as a school bus driver is preferred....

Instructional Asst/Bus Driver

  • Sheridan, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Sheridan, AR
  • 3 days ago

Pay will be 6.5 hrs of Instructional Asst. pay along with a contract for bus driver pay, minimum $7200....

Bus Driver

  • Conway, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Conway, AR
  • 4 days ago

Department: Athletics Status: Part-Time Posted: 9/9/23 Start Date: TBD APPLY NOW Job Description: The Bus Driver is responsible for operating vehicles used to transport student athletes over specified...

Bus Driver

  • Atkins, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Atkins, AR
  • 10 days ago

Atkins School District is seeking applicants for Bus Driver. Atkins operates on a 4 day week (Tuesday-Friday). Interested applicants should apply online or can pick up an application at 307 N....

North Little Rock School District Transportation Bus Driver

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Experience: No prior experience is necessary SKILLS & ABILITIES: Certificates & Licenses: Commercial Driver's License Class B with air...

CDL A Transport Driver

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 16 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 16 days ago

CDL A Transport Driver Location: North Little Rock, AR, US, 72114 Workplace Environment: Remote Company: AmeriGas Propane, Inc. Requisition Number: 26188 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Bismarck, AR
  • 20 days ago
  • Bismarck, AR
  • 20 days ago

Substitute Bus Driver (Must have passenger endorsement) Must enjoy working with children and have good bus management skills....

Full Time Bus Driver

  • Greenbrier, AR
  • 20 days ago
  • Greenbrier, AR
  • 20 days ago

Full time bus drivers needed for the 2024-2025 school year CDL license required CDL driving experience prefereed Health Insurance available...

Substitute Bus Drivers

  • Berryville, AR
  • 20 days ago
  • Berryville, AR
  • 20 days ago

Position Description POSITION TITLE: Substitute Bus Drivers QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred. Applicant needs a current CDL license with school bus endorsement....

Childcare Bus Driver

  • Benton, AR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Benton, AR
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities Your Role as a Bus Driver: As a childcare bus driver, you will ensure the safe transportation of children to and from our facilities....

Bus Driver-2025-2026 School Year

  • Lewisville, AR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lewisville, AR
  • 90+ days ago

To provide safe and efficient transportation so students may enjoythe fullest possible advantage from the district's curriculum and extracurricularprogram.

Bus Driver/Van Driver

  • Kensett, AR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kensett, AR
  • 60+ days ago

Participate in the required Random Drug and Alcohol Testing for Bus Drivers....

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Arkansas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.5%
Bachelor's Degree
20.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.9%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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