Bus Driver Jobs in Washington

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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Experienced CDL-A Tanker & Bulk Transport Truck Drivers Semi-Regional Routes $1,450.00 - $2,250.00 per week. Home most days during week! YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS. DRIVE JAMES J. WILLIAMS. Are you...

On-Call Bus Driver-TS

  • Toppenish, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Toppenish, WA
  • 2 days ago

Preferred Requirements: Commercial Driver's License Training Certificate....

CDL A Semi-Regional Tanker and Bulk Transport Driver: $1,450.00 $2,250.00 per week. Home most days during week!YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS. DRIVE JAMES J. WILLIAMSAre you an Experienced CDL-A Driver?...

Guest (Substitute) Bus Driver

  • Burien, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Burien, WA
  • 3 days ago

We are hiring for all bus driver positions....

Bus Driver (2024-2025 School Year)

  • Kent, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 3 days ago

candidates hired as Bus Driver Trainees....

Substitute - Bus Driver

  • Spanaway, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Spanaway, WA
  • 3 days ago

Valid Washington state Class B commercial driver's license with passenger and air brake endorsement. Mandatory drug testing is required. Ability to pass school driver training course....

Bus Driver (Sy 2024-2025 Pool)

  • Burien, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Burien, WA
  • 3 days ago

Attachment(s): Bus Driver 2022-01-04.pdf...

Substitute Bus Driver

  • Castle Rock, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Castle Rock, WA
  • 3 days ago

Substitute Bus Driver JobID: 159 Position Type: Classified Employee/Substitute Bus Driver Date Posted: 12/19/2022 Location: Castle Rock S.D. Transportation Dept....

Kinder Migrant Jump Start Bus Driver 1

  • Grandview, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Grandview, WA
  • 3 days ago

Kinder Migrant Jump Start Bus Driver 1 JobID: 1351 Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 8/5/2024 Location: Transportation   Additional Information: Show/Hide What You'll be...

Substitute Bus Driver (2024-2025 School Year)

  • Kent, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 3 days ago

driver candidates hired as Bus Driver Trainees....

2024/25 Sy - Substitute Bus Driver

  • Toppenish, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Toppenish, WA
  • 3 days ago

2024/25 SY - SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER JobID: 584 Position Type: Substitute/Bus Driver Substitute Date Posted: 8/6/2024 Location: Transportation Department Additional Information: Show/Hide TRANSPORTATION...

Kinder Migrant Jump Start Bus Driver 2

  • Grandview, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Grandview, WA
  • 3 days ago

Kinder Migrant Jump Start Bus Driver 2 JobID: 1352 Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 8/5/2024 Location: Transportation   Additional Information: Show/Hide What You'll be...

Bus Driver PM - McClure Elementary 21st Century Program

  • Grandview, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Grandview, WA
  • 3 days ago

Bus Driver PM - McClure Elementary 21st Century Program JobID: 1431 Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 9/23/2024 Location: Transportation   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Relief (Substitute) Bus Driver 2024-25 SY

  • Auburn, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 3 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...

Bus Driver - A.H. Smith Elementary 21st Century Program PM Route

  • Grandview, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Grandview, WA
  • 3 days ago

Bus Driver - A.H....

Demographic Data for Washington

Moving to Washington? Find some basic demographic data about Washington below.


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Salary for Bus Driver Jobs in Washington

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


Highest Education Level

Bus Drivers in Washington offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.6%
Bachelor's Degree
19.9%
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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