Bus Driver Jobs in Minnesota

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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Part-Time Airport Fleet Transport Driver

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 1 day ago

$15.80/hour Shift Premium may Apply Immediately hiring! No experience necessary! Unhappy in your ride-hailing or delivery driver gig? We're now seeking responsible people, like you, to join our...

Head Start Substitute Bus Driver (As Needed) - Pipestone, MN

  • Worthington, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Worthington, MN
  • 3 days ago

Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council, Inc is seeking a Head Start substitute bus driver (as needed) in Pipestone. Start date of July 20, 2025....

Bus Driver

  • Rochester, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 3 days ago

Start a new career as an On-Call Bus Driver at Shorewood Campus! Steering Compassion and Care: Join our Bus Driver Team at Shorewood Campus for a Memorable Journey with Seniors!...

Food Transport Driver

  • Pipestone, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Pipestone, MN
  • 4 days ago

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness...

Living Bus Driver - Tuesday-Friday

  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 5 days ago

Find your joy here, at Rose Arbor and Wildflower Lodge, a Sonida Senior Living community! We offer a comprehensive benefit package to include competitive wage/salary, health and dental insurance,...

Bus Driver

  • Rochester, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 11 days ago

A valid Minnesota Class C Commercial Driver's license with a Passenger endorsement and Department of Transportation (DOT) card is required....

Bus Driver - FT

  • Saint Peter, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Saint Peter, MN
  • 16 days ago

Saint Peter Under the direction and general supervision of the Transit Operations Manager, the Bus Driver operates and maintains the municipal transit service vehicles. Apply and learn more:...

Bus Driver - PT

  • Saint Peter, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Saint Peter, MN
  • 16 days ago

Saint Peter Under the direction and general supervision of the Transit Operations Manager, the Part-time Bus Driver operates and maintains the municipal transit service vehicles....

Public Transit Operator (Bus Driver) - Faribault/Northfield

  • Faribault, MN
  • 18 days ago
  • Faribault, MN
  • 18 days ago

Start at $22.70/hour if you already have a Class C CDL and Passenger Endorsement (PE); otherwise, start at $21.70/hour....

Public Transit Operator (Bus Driver)

  • Red Wing, MN
  • 18 days ago
  • Red Wing, MN
  • 18 days ago

Start at $22.70/hour if you already have a Class C CDL and Passenger Endorsement (PE); otherwise, start at $21.70/hour....

Bus Drivers

  • Bemidji, MN
  • 20 days ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 20 days ago

Deadline: Open Until Filled Attachment(s): Bus Driver Agreement...

Bus Driver

  • Bigfork, MN
  • 22 days ago
  • Bigfork, MN
  • 22 days ago

Drives bus to transport passengers over specified routes to local or distant points. Assists passengers to ender and exit the vehicle, with packages as needed. Utilizes hydraulic lift as needed...

Shuttle Bus Driver

  • Saint Louis Park, MN
  • 23 days ago
  • Saint Louis Park, MN
  • 23 days ago

Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Shuttle Bus Driver - to join our - team!...

Food Transport Driver

  • Luverne, MN
  • 24 days ago
  • Luverne, MN
  • 24 days ago

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness...

Bus Driver

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 25 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 25 days ago

Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Drivers Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: Transportation Center Closing Date: Ongoing for 25-26    Position: Bus Driver Hours: 8 hours per day 5 days per week...

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Minnesota

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Minnesota offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.0%
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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