Bus Driver Jobs in Fords, NJ

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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Bus Driver - Part-Time

  • Watchung, NJ (9 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Watchung, NJ (9 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with P (Passenger) and S (School Bus) endorsements No license restrictions except for corrective lenses Current and valid DOT physical...

Substitute Bus Drivers

  • Bernardsville, NJ (19 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bernardsville, NJ (19 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Substitute Bus Drivers JobID: 491 Position Type: Transportation/Bus Drivers Date Posted: 6/3/2025 Location: District Date Available: open Closing Date: 08/30/2025 Substitute Bus Driver - $32/hour...

Part Time Courtesy Bus Driver

  • Astoria, NY (24 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Astoria, NY (24 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 4 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...

CDL Bus Driver

  • Caldwell, NJ (21 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ (21 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 4 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...

CDL Bus Drivers - New York, NY

  • Port Reading, NJ (3 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Port Reading, NJ (3 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 4 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...

Bus Driver

  • Roselle Park, NJ (9 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roselle Park, NJ (9 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 4 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...

Bus Driver

  • Bridgewater, NJ (16 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (16 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the...

Bus Driver (Bergen County)

  • North Bergen, NJ (23 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (23 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

NJ TRANSIT will provide resources on obtaining a NJ CDL, but Qualified Applicants who possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements will be given primary consideration...

Paratransit Bus Driver

  • Maplewood, NJ (13 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (13 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in Maplewood, NJ....

2025-2026 Substitute Bus Drivers

  • Manalapan, NJ (18 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Manalapan, NJ (18 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Bus Driver Date Posted: 6/6/2025 Location: Manalapan, New Jersey Date Available: 09/04/2025 Closing Date: 05/18/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide Posting Type...

Courtesy Bus Driver - FT

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

So, whether you have past experience as a CDL Class A or CDL Class B delivery, truck, shuttle or school bus driver, this is a great opportunity for you to join our encouraging and connected family-friendly...

Transportation Genesee/Orleans - Bus Driver - PT - GLOW

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

We have openings for Part Time Bus Drivers in: Albion, Batavia, Mount Morris, and surrounding Arc GLOW region. Contact us for more details!...

Bus Driver

  • Hightstown, NJ (22 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hightstown, NJ (22 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Meadow Lakes is seeking a Resident Activities Bus Driver to join our team! Meadow Lakes is a Springpoint Senior Living community located in East Windsor, NJ....

Bus Driver - Full-time and Part-time

  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Location: Central Office Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 08/30/2025 BUS DRIVER SUMMARY: The Leaguers, Incorporated is seeking a Full-time and a Part-time Bus Driver for its Head Start and...

Bus Driver Pay $21.63-$25.90

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Fords, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Drivers: $27.69 per hour (CDL A or B with P and S Endorsement Required) Earned Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay 401(k) with company match Company-Paid Life Insurance Optional Medical, Dental & Vision...

Demographic Data for Fords, NJ

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Fords, NJ

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Fords, NJ 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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