Bus Driver Jobs in Missouri

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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Courtesy Bus Driver - FT

  • Avis Budget Group
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 18 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 18 days ago

$16.50/hourShift Premium may Apply Were hiring immediately! Do you enjoy driving and helping people feel welcome and cared for as they travel? If youre safety-minded, friendly, and take pride in...

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Courtesy Bus Driver - PT

  • Avis Budget Group
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 30+ days ago

$16.50/hourShift Premium may Apply Were hiring immediately! Do you enjoy driving and helping people feel welcome and cared for as they travel? If youre safety-minded, friendly, and take pride in...

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Bus Driver- Extra/Supplemental

  • Fort Zumwalt R-2 School District
  • MO
  • 2 days ago
  • MO
  • 2 days ago

SUPPORT STAFF POSITIONS TITLE: School Bus Driver (Extra/Supplemental) QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications for school bus drivers include the following: High school diploma or equivalent, annual physical...

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Patient Transport (Driver)

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 2 days ago

Overview Position: Patient Transport (Van Driver) Location: St. Charles, MO Type of Employment: Full-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday Split Shift 6:30A-11:30A and then from...

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CDL Bus Drivers - Kansas City, MO

  • Greyhound Lines, Inc.
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago

Driver's License (CDL) Possesses Passenger 16+ endorsement and no air brake restriction 22 years of age or older Able to pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen Full-time employment consideration...

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2026 - 2027 Bus Driver

  • Lincoln County R-III School District
  • Troy, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Troy, MO
  • 3 days ago

OPEN POSITION: BUS Driver START DATE: Immediate SALARY: $25.06 HR PRIMARY FUNCTION: This position is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of students to and from designated schools or other...

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Bus Driver

  • St. Clair R-XIII School District
  • Saint Clair, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Clair, MO
  • 3 days ago

Clair R-XIII School District Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year Closing Date: No closing date   Additional Information: Show/Hide Requirements: Class B CDL with P & S endorsement....

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CDL Bus Drivers - St.Louis, MO

  • Greyhound Lines, Inc.
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

Driver's License (CDL) Possesses Passenger 16+ endorsement and no air brake restriction 22 years of age or older Able to pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug screen Full-time employment consideration...

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Full-Time Sub Bus Driver

  • Gasconade Co School District R2
  • Owensville, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Owensville, MO
  • 6 days ago

District Mission Statement: To inspire lifelong learners who are self-sufficient and ethical citizens. CLASSIFICATION: Classified ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Ability and willingness to build relationships...

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Bus Driver - 955

  • City of Columbia, MO
  • Columbia, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 6 days ago

Licenses or Certifications Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger endorsement and no airbrake restriction. Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification....

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Part Time Courtesy Bus Driver

  • Hertz
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 12 days ago

At least 1 year of commercial driving experience or record or road test or alternatively a CDL Class B with passenger and air brake endorsements Minimum 2 years PCV catD1 driving experience (International...

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Transport Driver

  • Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 15 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary: This person must have a Class A CDL without Automatic Transmission Restriction and be able to pass a DOT physical including a drug test....

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Patient Transport (Driver)-Float

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Florissant, MO
  • 15 days ago
  • Florissant, MO
  • 15 days ago

Overview Position: Patient Transport- FLOAT (Van Driver) Location: Florissant, MO Type of Employment: Full-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday Split Shift 6:30A-11:30A and then from...

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Bus Driver

  • City of Jefferson
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 16 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 16 days ago

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; and a MO Class B CDL with passenger endorsement within two weeks of hire, necessary training provided....

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Non-CDL Shuttle & Transport Driver - UniFirst

  • UniFirst
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 20 days 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...

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Demographic Data for Missouri

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Missouri

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Missouri offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.5%
Bachelor's Degree
20.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.3%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
6.4%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%


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