Bus Driver Jobs in Montana

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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Crude Oil Transport Driver

  • Savage Services
  • Fairview, MT
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairview, MT
  • 5 days ago

Job Requirements Class A CDL with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements preferred 1+ year of CDL Experience, preferably in an oilfield environment A commitment to work without an occurrence; no...

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Class A Transport Driver

  • NorthStar
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 6 days ago
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 6 days ago

About CityServiceValcon CityServiceValcon, LLC (CSV) was founded in 1932 and has a 90-year history of exemplary customer service. It joined the NorthStar Energy family of companies in March 2022....

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Transport Driver Fuel

  • Parkland Fuel
  • Glendive, MT
  • 12 days ago
  • Glendive, MT
  • 12 days ago

Apply Now Description Position Title: Class A CDL Transport Driver Location: Glendive, MT Position Summary: In this role you will load and transport propane and/or fuel to a variety of our customers...

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Transport Driver

  • Franz
  • Billings, MT
  • 23 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 23 days ago

Are you ‘bread’ for success? Come make $ dough $ with us! Franz Family Bakery was founded in 1906 in the Pacific Northwest and has become one of country’s most successful bakeries. We produce a...

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Bus Driver (CDL)

  • Pursuit
  • West Glacier, MT
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Glacier, MT
  • 30+ days ago

At Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit, we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and...

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Crew Transport Driver - Sidney, MT

  • Professional Transportation
  • Sidney, MT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sidney, MT
  • 45+ days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: SIDNEY - SIDNEY, MT 59270Salary Range: $15.00 - $18.00 HourlyCREW TRANSPORT DRIVERS WANTED – SIDNEY, MT Starting Pay for drivers is $18.00/hr Want to get your career...

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Part-Time Emergency Transport Driver - Billings

  • Nationwide Organ Recovery Transport Alliance
  • Billings, MT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 60+ days ago

About NORA: NORA collaborates with Organ Procurement Organizations, Transplant Centers, Living Donor Networks, and Laboratories across the nation. We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to...

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Substitute Bus Driver

  • Calhoun Intermediate School District
  • Hamilton, MT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hamilton, MT
  • 90+ days ago

Bus drivers will also comply with all traffic regulations as outlined by the Michigan Department of Transportation and the State of Michigan....

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Heavy Haul Transport Driver

  • Knife River
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 90+ days ago

A CDL, tanker and doubles / triples endorsements, medical card Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, pull and be on your feet for long periods of time Ability to work flexible shifts which include days...

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Demographic Data for Montana

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Montana

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Montana 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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