Bus Driver Jobs in New Jersey

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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Charter Bus Driver

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: Class A or B CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements 21 year or older High school diploma/GED preferred Pass Pre-employment drug test Pass Pre-employment essential function test...

Bus Driver

  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 5/9/2025 Location: Transportation Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide Date: May 9, 2025 From: Office of Superintendent...

Bus Driver (Part-Time)

  • Haledon, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Haledon, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement. Education: High School Diploma or GED....

Daily Part-Time/On-Call Bus Driver

  • Cape May, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Cape May, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Daily Part-Time/On-Call Bus Driver JobID: 331 Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 5/8/2025 Location: Transportation Closing Date: 07/05/2024   Additional Information: Show/...

Anticipated Opening - Bus Drivers

  • Ringwood, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Ringwood, NJ
  • 3 days ago

S&P Endorsement Minimum one year experience HIgh School Diploma Apply online at Application Deadline: May 23, 2025 Please do not mail, e-mail, or bring resumes, transcripts, letters of recommendation...

Trainee Bus Driver

  • Newark, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Trainee Bus Driver Your new career starts here at Stagecoach, no experience needed Earn while you learn, we provide fully paid training to help you gain your PCV licence Based at our Newark on Trent...

Anticipated-Bus Driver

  • NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • NJ
  • 6 days ago

The Point Pleasant Board of Education is seeking an anticipated Bus Driver position. A, B or C class CDL with P, S and Air break endorsements a bonus, but not required....

CDL Bus Drivers - Philadelphia, PA

  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 6 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 and (Maintenance or Custodian)

  • Elmwood Park, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Elmwood Park, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial Date Posted: 5/1/2025 Location: District Date Available: ASAP   Additional Information: Show/Hide Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Current Commercial Driver's...

Bus Driver

  • West Windsor, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • West Windsor, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Possess a valid NJ Class B CDL, driver's license with a P (passenger) and S (safety) endorsement. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos....

Substitute Bus Drivers

  • NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • NJ
  • 14 days ago

The Point Pleasant Board of Education is seeking substitute bus drivers. A, B or C class CDL with P, S and Air break endorsements a bonus, but not required....

Bus Driver - Part-Time - Gloucester Township And Pennsauken Campuses

  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • 14 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with school bus and passenger endorsement. Minimum of three years previous safe driving experience....

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with school bus and passenger endorsement. Minimum of three years previous safe driving experience....

Bus Driver

  • Demarest, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Demarest, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Position Type: Bus Driver and Bus Aide/ Bus Driver Date Posted: 4/25/2025 Location: Northern Valley Regional High School District Date Available: ongoing Closing Date: 05/05/2025    Position...

Bus Drivers And Transportation Aides

  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 18 days ago

(Bus Drivers must have CDL with passenger and air brakes endorsement.) Job Summary: Qualifications: Working Conditions: Application Procedure: Apply online Selection Procedure:...

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in New Jersey

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in New Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.6%
Bachelor's Degree
20.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.9%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
6.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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