Bus Driver Jobs in New York

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

  • Jamestown, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Jamestown, NY
  • 7 hours ago

When assigned to a school district: Possession, at time of appointment and during service in this classification, of a valid NYS Class B CDL with "P" and "S" endorsements....

CDL Ambulette and Daycare Bus Drivers Needed: 631-467-1122

  • Mineola, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Mineola, NY
  • 22 hours ago

un CDL Ambulette and Daycare Bus Drivers Needed: ... TLC Transportation compensation: Daycare bus drivers can earn up to $23.00 per hr....

Bus Driver

  • Shrub Oak, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Shrub Oak, NY
  • 1 day ago

Driver as set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education.New federal regulations require that, on or after October 1, 2005, a school bus driver with a New York...

Casual Bus Driver - Albany

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago

Then come and join Swan Transit Albany Depot as a Casual Bus Driver. Swan Transit is the contracted operator for the Trans WA bus network, covering the Albany region....

Bus Driver - Hourly

  • Garden City, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 1 day ago

EMSW Postdoctoral Research Fellow Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Full-time Research & Development Posted on June 01, 2025 Position Responsibilities: At VCU, we Make it Real through...

Petroleum Transport Driver - Port Everglades, FL

  • Florida, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Florida, NY
  • 1 day ago

Petroleum Transport Driver - Port Everglades, FL 7-Eleven Location Florida Posted date a day ago Minimum level N/A Employment type Full-time Job category Other Hiring Now: Petroleum Transport...

Head Bus Driver/Router

  • Webster, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Webster, NY
  • 1 day ago

Head Bus Driver/Router JobID: 3402 + Position Type: Transportation/ Head Bus Driver + Date Posted: 6/4/2025 + Location: Transportation Department + Date Available: 06/23/2025 + Closing Date: 06/13/2025...

Bus Driver (multiple positions available)

  • Carthage, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Carthage, NY
  • 1 day ago

Date: 06/12/2025 SALARY: $24.01 - $25.21 per hour REQUIREMENTS: Must possess Class B CDL with Passenger/Air Break Endorsements EXAMPLES OF WORK: + Operates a school bus on a regular schedule or on...

Mobile Drive Assistant- CDL, Bus Drivers, Full Time

  • Williamsville, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 2 days ago

A career with ConnectLife is an opportunity to make a difference in the WNY community and in the lives of all those who have been touched by organ, eye, tissue, and blood donation. ConnectLife is...

CDL Ambulette and Daycare Bus Drivers Needed: 631-467-1122

  • Plainview, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Plainview, NY
  • 2 days ago

CDL AMBULETTE AND DAYCARE BUS DRIVERS NEEDED: ... Now hiring for 40 open positions. Early/MidDay/Evening shifts available. Daycare Bus/ Medical trip ambulette positions available....

RTS Orleans Bus Driver (Part Time)

  • Albion, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Albion, NY
  • 3 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid NY State Commercial Driver's License (Class A, B, or C)with passenger endorsement preferred, but not required - WE WILL TRAINYOU!...

RTS Wayne Bus Driver (Part Time)

  • Lyons, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Lyons, NY
  • 3 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid NY State Commercial Driver's License (Class A, B, or C)with passenger endorsement and no seating restrictions preferred. If notfully licensed, we will train you!...

RTS Livingston Bus Driver (Part Time)

  • Mount Morris, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Morris, NY
  • 3 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid NY State Commercial Driver's License (Class A, B, or C)with passenger endorsement preferred, but not required - WE WILL TRAINYOU!...

RTS Ontario Bus Driver (Full & Part Time)

  • Canandaigua, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Canandaigua, NY
  • 3 days ago

(Both Full & Part Time openings available) QUALIFICATIONS: Valid NY State Commercial Driver's License (Class A, B, or C)with passenger endorsement and no seating restrictions preferred....

CDL Ambulette and Daycare Bus Drivers Needed: 631-467-1122

  • Carle Place, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Carle Place, NY
  • 3 days ago

CDL AMBULETTE AND DAYCARE BUS DRIVERS NEEDED: ... Now hiring for 40 open positions. Early/MidDay/Evening shifts available. Daycare Bus/ Medical trip ambulette positions available....

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in New York

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in New York offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.4%
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
0.5%



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