Bus Driver Jobs in Kentucky

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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Regional Transport Driver Available

  • Tollesboro, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tollesboro, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Regional Driver Available, part time. Horse Related, Truck and Trailer Box Truck Van 45 year clean driving history, B class CDL class. DOT physical is current. Any questions don't hesitate to...

Bus Driver - PRN

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Must be at least 21 years of age Powered by JazzHR a job alert for this search Bus Driver Louisville, KY, US...

Transport Driver

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Education reimbursement For full benefit details visit www.mympcbenefits.com Minimum Qualifications Active Class A Commercial Driver's License Must maintain a satisfactory driving record and provide...

Bus Driver - Rt. 35 (5.5 hrs/day; 181 days/year)

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 4 days ago

JOB DETAILS Job Class Description: BUS DRIVER Class Code: 7941 Job Title: BUS DRIVER Supervisory Responsibilities: NONE Position Type: FULL-TIME FLSA Classification: NON-EXEMPT Reports To: TRANSPORTATION...

Bus Drivers

  • Alexandria, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Alexandria, KY
  • 4 days ago

Positions available: 5.25 hr routes, am routes and/or afternoon routes Part time & Full time CLASS TITLE: BUS DRIVER BASIC FUNCTION: Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time...

Substitute Bus Drivers for 2025-2026

  • Alexandria, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Alexandria, KY
  • 4 days ago

CLASS TITLE: BUS DRIVER/SUBSTITUTE BASIC FUNCTION: Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation...

Head Start Bus Driver

  • Campton, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Campton, KY
  • 11 days ago

Middle Kentucky Community Action Partnership, Inc. is hiring a part-time Bus Driver for the Head Start Program in Wolfe County....

Bus Driver Trainer

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 12 days ago

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger, school bus and air brake endorsement. Must pass a driving record check....

Full-Time Substitute Bus Driver for 25-26 school year

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 14 days ago

5214614 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Jun 4, 2025 Starting Date:Immediately Job Description SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Transportation 1....

Bus Driver - 7941

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 14 days ago

Bus Driver - 7941 Hardin County School District Transportation - Bus Driver - Elizabethtown, Kentucky This job is also posted in Hardin County Schools (KY) Job Details Job ID:5214219 Application Deadline...

Substitute Bus Driver for the 2025-2026 School Year

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 14 days ago

Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Jun 4, 2025 Starting Date:Immediately Job Description SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Transportation 1....

Morgan County Schools Bus Driver

  • West Liberty, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • West Liberty, KY
  • 14 days ago

Morgan County Schools Bus Driver Morgan County Schools Bus Garage - West Liberty, Kentucky This job is also posted in Morgan County Schools Job Details Job ID:4954032 Application Deadline:Posted until...

CDL A Transport Driver

  • Catlettsburg, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Catlettsburg, KY
  • 19 days ago

Requisition Number: 26456 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nations premier propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

Shuttle Bus Driver

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago

The Galt House is currently hiring for the position of a shuttle driver. The shuttle driver will be responsible for safely transporting guests between the hotel and the Louisville International...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Carrollton, KY
  • 22 days ago
  • Carrollton, KY
  • 22 days ago

Substitute Bus Driver JobID: 1903 Position Type: Transportation/Substitute Bus Driver Date Posted: 8/11/2022 Location: Carroll County Bus Garage PLEASE VIEW ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION $17.00 per hour/...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Kentucky

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Kentucky offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.1%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%



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