Bus Driver Jobs in South Prairie, WA

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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Patron Shuttle Bus Driver

  • Fife, WA (14 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fife, WA (14 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 3 days ago

The Patron Shuttle Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting employees or guests to and from the casino in a timely manner utilizing casino shuttles and providing superior guest service....

Experienced CDL Bus Driver - Trailhead

  • Kent, WA (16 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kent, WA (16 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 5 days ago

The career opportunity: The Trail Head DART CDL Bus Driver is a part-time seasonal position that provides safe, courteous and on-time transportation to customers in CDL required vehicles on King County...

Bus Driver - Hiring Bonus-$3,000

  • Lakewood, WA (18 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (18 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Certification and Licenses Possess and maintain a valid Washington State Commercial driver's license with passenger/school bus endorsement with airbrake restriction removed....

Crew Transport Driver - Tacoma, WA

  • Tacoma, WA (18 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (18 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 25 days ago

Crew Transport Driver - Tacoma, WA Job Details Job Location TACOMA - TACOMA, WA Salary Range $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly Crew Transport Driver CREW TRANSPORT DRIVERS WANTED TACOMA, WA Starting Pay for...

Bus Driver (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Kent, WA (16 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Kent, WA (16 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 26 days ago

as Bus Driver Trainees....

Substitute Bus Driver (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Kent, WA (16 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Kent, WA (16 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 26 days ago

driver candidates hired as Bus Driver Trainees....

Bus Driver Trainee (PAID TRAINING-$24.00/hour)

  • Lakewood, WA (18 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (18 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Stage 3 - Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Testing Obtain class B CDL with P & S endorsements. Vehicle inspection test Skills test Road test Clover Park transports trainee to examination site....

Relief (Substitute) Bus Driver 2024-25 SY

  • Auburn, WA (14 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Auburn, WA (14 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Relief (Substitute) Bus Driver 2024-25 SY JobID: 3863 Position Type: Transportation/Relief Bus Driver Date Posted: 7/18/2024 Location: Transportation Date Available: When Notified Closing Date: Open...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Buckley, WA (16 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Buckley, WA (16 miles from South Prairie, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Substitute Bus Driver JobID: 3686 Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 6/26/2025 Location: MOT Closing Date: OUF   Additional Information: Show/Hide REGULAR AND ON-CALL POSITIONS...

Demographic Data for South Prairie, WA

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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in South Prairie, WA

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in South Prairie, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.1%
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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