Bus Driver Jobs in Maine

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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Long Term Substitute Bus Driver/Custodian

  • Houlton, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Houlton, ME
  • 2 days ago

Region Two School of Applied Technology has an opening for a Long Term Substitute Bus Driver/Custodian....

Bus Driver, Penobscot Community School, SU93

  • Penobscot, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Penobscot, ME
  • 3 days ago

Bus Driver, Penobscot Community School Bus Driver Penobscot Community School (PCS) is looking for a bus driver....

Bus Driver

  • Vassalboro, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Vassalboro, ME
  • 3 days ago

VASSALBORO COMMUNITY SCHOOL BUS DRIVER - Must have a CDL Class B License with P&S endorsement Please reach out to Al Pfeiffer apfeiffer@vcsvikings. org for more information or Apply to: Alan Pfeiffer...

Bus Driver Year Round (101/103)

  • Freeport, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Freeport, ME
  • 5 days ago

RSU5 DURHAM-FREEPORT-POWNAL Bus Driver YR (101/103) 2025-2026 District Wide RSU5 is accepting applications for full-time year-round school bus drivers for the 2025-2026 school year....

Bus Driver School Year (92)

  • Freeport, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Freeport, ME
  • 5 days ago

RSU5 DURHAM-FREEPORT-POWNAL Bus Driver SY (92) 2025-2026 District Wide RSU5 is accepting applications for a school year bus driver for the 2025-2026 school year....

Bus Driver Substitutes

  • Freeport, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Freeport, ME
  • 5 days ago

RSU5 DURHAM-FREEPORT-POWNAL Bus Driver Substitutes 2025-2026 District Wide RSU5 is accepting applications for substitute school bus drivers. The pay is $27.54/hour....

Bus Drivers

  • Auburn, ME
  • 8 days ago
  • Auburn, ME
  • 8 days ago

Bus Drivers Auburn School Department Transportation Department - Auburn, Maine Job Details Job ID:5234449 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Jun 12, 2025 Starting Date:Aug 15, 2025 Job...

Bus Drivers

  • Bridgton, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Bridgton, ME
  • 9 days ago

Bus Drivers Lake Region School District (MSAD 61) Lake Region School District (MSAD 61) - Bridgton, Maine Job Details Job ID:5257641 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Yesterday Starting...

Bus Driver

  • Portland, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 9 days ago

at Cheverus High School in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description Job Title: Bus Driver 15-passenger and CDL licensed 52-passenger Reports To: Athletic Director/ Assistant Athletic Director...

Bus Driver

  • Fayette, ME
  • 11 days ago
  • Fayette, ME
  • 11 days ago

The Fayette School Department has an immediate opening for a full-time school bus driver....

Part Time Bus Driver, Richmond School Department

  • Richmond, ME
  • 12 days ago
  • Richmond, ME
  • 12 days ago

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER RICHMOND SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Richmond School Department is currently seeking candidates for Bus Drivers to fill a 4 hour bus driver position....

Bus Driver / Custodian

  • Frenchville, ME
  • 12 days ago
  • Frenchville, ME
  • 12 days ago

Qualifications Required: Valid Class B CDL High School Diploma or GED Maine Background Check (CHRC) Preferred: Endorsement P (Passenger) Endorsement S (School Bus) Note: If the hired candidate does...

Full Time Bus Driver, Richmond School Department

  • Richmond, ME
  • 12 days ago
  • Richmond, ME
  • 12 days ago

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER RICHMOND SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Richmond School Department is currently seeking candidates for Bus Drivers to fill a 8 hour bus driver position....

Bus Drivers

  • Newport, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Newport, ME
  • 13 days ago

3, 2025 Starting Date:Immediately Job Description RSU 19 has Bus Driver vacancies....

Substitute Bus Drivers

  • Newport, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Newport, ME
  • 13 days ago

Posted:Jun 3, 2025 Starting Date:Immediately Job Description RSU 19 is in need of Substitute Bus Drivers....

Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Maine

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Maine 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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