Bus Driver Jobs in Hightstown, 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

  • Bridgewater, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 4 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 (Neptune, NJ)

  • Neptune, NJ (23 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Neptune, NJ (23 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 8 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...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Westampton, NJ (21 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Westampton, NJ (21 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P), Air Brake, and School Bus (S) endorsements (required) Minimum of three years of safe driving experience Good standing...

Bus Driver

  • Edison, NJ (19 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (19 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

QUALIFICATION: Valid NJ Commercial Driver's License - passenger and school bus endorsement Ability to maintain passenger discipline to ensure their safety and well-being and protect against vandalism...

Bus Driver (Neptune Garage)

  • Neptune, NJ (23 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Neptune, NJ (23 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 10 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...

2025-2026 Substitute Bus Drivers

  • Manalapan, NJ (8 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Manalapan, NJ (8 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 15 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...

Bus Driver

  • Hightstown, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Hightstown, NJ
  • 27 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 - Part Time Position OR Substitute

  • Middlesex, NJ (22 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Middlesex, NJ (22 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

or Part-Time Bus Driver Hourly Bus Driver Needed Immediately rate is $30/hour Appropriate CDL License with Endorsements P and S EOE/AA Attachment(s): Bus Driver.pdf...

Substitute Bus Drivers

  • Clarksburg, NJ (6 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Clarksburg, NJ (6 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Substitute Bus Drivers JobID: 211 Position Type: TRANSPORTATION Date Posted: 7/13/2022 Location: District Date Available: 09/05/2024 Additional Information: Show/Hide On Call Bus Drivers School substitutes...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • North Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Substitute Bus Driver JobID: 109 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Bus Driver Date Posted: 4/10/2015 Location: District Additional Information: Show/Hide Description: All interested substitute bus...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Lambertville, NJ (21 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lambertville, NJ (21 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

B CDL (Preferred) Apply on-line at: www.shrsd.org (Employment Opportunities) AA/EOE updated 9/24/21...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Burlington, NJ (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Bus Driver Date Posted: 12/2/2022 Location: Maintenance & Facilities (High-Needs School)    Attachment(s): FAC Sub Bus Driver.pdf...

Bus Driver

  • Burlington, NJ (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Bus Driver Date Posted: 8/10/2023 Location: Maintenance & Facilities (High-Needs School)    Attachment(s): FAC Bus Driver.pdf...

Part-Time Bus Driver

  • Burlington, NJ (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Bus Driver Date Posted: 2/1/2023 Location: Maintenance & Facilities (High-Needs School)    Attachment(s): FAC PT Bus Driver 2.6.23.pdf...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Pennington, NJ (15 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (15 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Substitute Bus Driver JobID: 234 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Bus Driver Date Posted: 11/10/2021 Location: Administration Building   Additional Information: Show/Hide ANTICIPATED 2021...

Demographic Data for Hightstown, NJ

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Hightstown, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Hightstown, NJ 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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