Bus Driver Jobs in Tennessee

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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Petroleum Transport Driver - Chattanooga, TN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Hiring Now: Petroleum Transport Drivers! We have Hourly PLU$ Pay and extra incentives for Fuel Hauling Experience. Apply Today! Hourly PLU$ Pay Program Including: Paid overtime (over 40 hours...

Bus Driver

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 2 days ago

The recommended candidate will be required to complete a full query through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse prior to...

Bus Driver

  • College Grove, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • College Grove, TN
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Brasfield & Gorrie is currently accepting applications for a Bus Driver. Below are the main responsibilities for this position....

Studio B Bus Driver (FT, PT and On-Call)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Candidate must have a valid CDL driver's license Class C with P endorsements with a clean driving record....

CDL Bus Drivers - Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 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...

Transport Driver (PT) - ADESA Memphis

  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago

The Lot/Transport Driver operates motor vehicles on and off the premises for transport, pickup and delivery in support of auction activities. Safely move, stage, and park vehicles in the correct...

Contract Bus Driver (Temporary Part-Time)

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Title: Contract Bus Driver (Temporary Part-Time) Department: Athletics Campus : Hardin Valley Road Closing Date: Open Until Filled Type of Appointment: Temporary Part-Time Pay Rate: $16.00/Hr Work Hours...

Van/Bus Driver for Daycare

  • Memphis, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a qualified driver for our daycare bus. Must have a valid driver's license with the correct endorsements. Background check will be required. Please text ... or message via Craig's...

Bus Driver Needed

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago

un Bus Driver Needed The Music City Rollin Jamboree compensation: best pay in the city employment type: experience level: mid level job title: CDL driver needed Bust driver needed! TOP PAY!...

Bus Driver

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 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...

Shuttle Operator On Call

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Job Description: Job Summary: Provides shuttle and transportation services while offering exceptional customer service and hospitality. Essential Functions: Transport Shuttle Passengers: shuttle...

Bus Driver (Supportive Services) (Memphis, TN)

  • Memphis, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 10 days ago

Wesley Living is looking for a bus driver who will ensure our residents safety and comfort as they are transported to various locations and events around the city....

Class A Transport Driver

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Purity Dairy has an immediate job opening for dependable CDL-A delivery truck drivers to operate a tractor-trailer safely and efficiently and manually unload/deliver various dairy products to...

Child Care Bus Driver: Opening Summer 2025

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 15 days ago

The Child Care Center Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting children and staff on field trips, to and from school, and other locations....

Federales Nashville - Bus Driver

  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 days ago

Job Summary Our restaurant is searching for a Bus Driver to operate our Federales Bus. This will be based on events in and around Nashville. Must have a clean driving record and insurance....

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Tennessee

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Tennessee offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.5%
Bachelor's Degree
20.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.9%
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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