Bus Driver Jobs in El Cajon, CA

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 Trainee

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

A commercial driver's license with passenger and air brake endorsements....

Non-CDL Shuttle & Transport Driver - UniFirst

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

Our Team is Kind of a Big Deal! UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Non-CDL Shuttle & Transport Driver to join our UniFirst Family. As a Team Partner, you will be transporting and...

Substitute Bus Driver (2025-2026 Pool)

  • Chula Vista, CA (15 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (15 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Driver's License with passenger and air brake endorsement required.School Bus Driver's Certificate (First Aid as required)Valid medical card required.Application Materials Required:Current ResumeThree...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Substitute Bus Driver Job Summary TRAINING RATE: During training period/$16.50 hourly AFTER TRAINING RATE: $22.58 hourly (on-call/as needed) Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: ~ High...

Bus Driver (Pool) - Transportation Department - CP26-014134

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description / Essential Elements: JOB DESCRIPTION Grossmont Union High School District BUS DRIVER Purpose Statement: The job of Bus Driver is done for the purpose/s of transporting students over...

Bus Driver

  • Pine Valley, CA (24 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pine Valley, CA (24 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Mountain Empire Unified See attachment on original job posting A high school diploma or equivalent; Valid California Motor Vehicle Operators license, Class B - P; Valid school bus driver certificate...

Transport Driver

  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then...

Bus Driver

  • Ramona, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Ramona, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Possession of a California School Bus Drivers Certificate and a California Commercial Driver's License with passenger, air-brake and all other current endorsements....

Bus Driver

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Driver's License (CDL) OR CDL (Class B) license Passenger, School Bus and Air Brake Endorsements; Special School Bus Certificate DOT Medical Examiners Certificate and First Aid Certificate SAFETY &...

Activities Bus Driver

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 19 days ago

About the role The Bus Driver provides transportation to the residents for appointments and errands, such as medical appointments, banking, shopping, worship services, entertainment, and other miscellaneous...

Bus Driver 26050

  • Poway, CA (16 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Poway, CA (16 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 22 days ago

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Class B or Class A commercial driver's license with passenger and air brake endorsements. Valid California School Bus Driver Certificate....

Bus Driver

  • Chula Vista, CA (15 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (15 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Bus Driver We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in Chula Vista/South Bay, CA....

Bus Driver Substitute

  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Escondido Union High School District See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further...

Bus Driver (Eligibility Pool) A/C Transportation Department (Open Until Filled)

  • Chula Vista, CA (15 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (15 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Driver's License with passenger and air brake endorsement required.School Bus Driver's Certificate (First Aid as required)Valid medical card required.Application Materials Required:Current ResumeThree...

Demographic Data for El Cajon, CA

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in El Cajon, CA

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in El Cajon, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.1%
Bachelor's Degree
19.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.1%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
6.2%
Some College
3.0%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%



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