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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CDL Bus Drivers - Syracuse, NY

  • Greyhound Lines, Inc.
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ 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...

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CDL Bus Drivers - New York, NY

  • Greyhound Lines, Inc.
  • New York, NY
  • 17 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 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...

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Courtesy Bus Driver - CDL Required - FT

  • Avis Budget Group
  • Flushing, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Flushing, NY
  • 5 days ago

If youre a CDL-licensed driver who enjoys interacting with people and helping make their journey smoother, join the Avis Budget Group team as a Courtesy Bus Driver at our airport locations....

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Substitute Bus Driver

  • WNYRIC
  • North Collins, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • North Collins, NY
  • 2 days ago

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT Possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License-Class B with Passenger (P) endorsement issued by the State of New York at the time of appointment....

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Courtesy Bus Driver - FT

  • Avis Budget Group
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

United States 88-08 23rd Ave, East Elmhurst NY 11370-1035, United States Full Time Job description Minimum Hourly Rate: $18.00Maximum Hourly Rate: $18.00Shift Premium may Apply We're hiring...

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

  • Old Bethpage, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Old Bethpage, NY
  • 5 days ago

CDL AMBULETTE AND DAYCARE BUS DRIVERS NEEDED: ... Now hiring for 40 open positions. Early/MidDay Daycare Bus/ Medical trip ambulette positions available. Earn up to $23.00 per hour....

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

  • Lindenhurst, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lindenhurst, NY
  • 6 days ago

CDL AMBULETTE AND DAYCARE BUS DRIVERS NEEDED: ... Now hiring for 40 open positions. Early/MidDay Daycare Bus/ Medical trip ambulette positions available. Earn up to $23.00 per hour....

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Transport Driver (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Auburn, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Auburn, NY
  • 6 days ago

We are hiring immediately for part time TRANSPORT DRIVER positions. Location : Auburn Enlarged City Schools - 79 Thorton Avenue, Auburn, NY 13021. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule...

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Bus Drivers - Full Time (CDL/Non-CDL)

  • ConnectLife
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 6 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...

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Shuttle Bus Driver or Trainee - Alpine Express

  • Student Transportation of America
  • Lowville, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lowville, NY
  • 6 days ago

Sign-On Bonus: $2,500 Sign on bonus for fully licensed CDL A/B with S & P endorsements - paid in increments -Offer good 1/1/2026-6/30/2026 $1,000 Sign on bonus for Driver Trainees - paid in increments...

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Van Bus Driver

  • Riverside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
  • Castleton on Hudson, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Castleton on Hudson, NY
  • 7 days ago

Riverside Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing is looking for dependable Van/Bus Drivers to provide transportation for staff members traveling between local Albany-area bus stations and our facility....

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

  • TLC Transportation
  • Oceanside, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Oceanside, NY
  • 8 days ago

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

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

  • Westbury, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Westbury, NY
  • 8 days ago

CDL AMBULETTE AND DAYCARE BUS DRIVERS NEEDED: ... Now hiring for 40 open positions. Early/MidDay Daycare Bus/ Medical trip ambulette positions available. Earn up to $23.00 per hour....

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Bus Driver

  • Alabama Department of Education
  • Oneonta, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Oneonta, NY
  • 11 days ago

TITLE: Bus Driver QUALIFICATIONS: Driver must have and maintain a current CDL license and DOT physical....

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Bus Driver (Career Technical Center - 3rd session) (AHS)

  • Alabama Department of Education
  • Oneonta, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Oneonta, NY
  • 11 days ago

Must be able to successfully complete Blount County School Bus Driver Physical Performance Test....

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Demographic Data for New York

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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
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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