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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CDL Bus Drivers - Seattle, WA

  • Greyhound Lines, Inc.
  • Kenmore, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenmore, WA
  • 3 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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Bus Driver - Transportation

  • Aberdeen School District 5
  • Hoquiam, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hoquiam, WA
  • 7 hours ago

Perform other school bus driver related duties as directed by local school district policies....

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Transport Driver (Full And Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 9 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full and part time TRANSPORT DRIVER positions. Location : CuliNEX - 360 Corporate Drive North, Tukwila, WA 98188. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

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Shuttle Bus Driver

  • Akima, LLC
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO\ is looking for a Shuttle Bus Driver to work at Joint Base Lewis-McChord....

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Class A Transport Driver

  • Coleman Oil Company, LLC
  • Greenacres, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Greenacres, WA
  • 15 hours ago

Class A Transport Driver Coleman Oil Company, LLC - Greenacres, WA Posted: 6/2/2026 - Expires: 7/2/2026 Job ID: 293457718 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

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Transport Driver

  • Coleman Oil Company, LLC
  • Lakewood, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lakewood, WA
  • 15 hours ago

Transport Driver Coleman Oil Company, LLC - Lakewood, WA Posted: 6/2/2026 - Expires: 7/2/2026 Job ID: 293457723 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description What...

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Patron Shuttle Bus Driver (Non CDL)

  • Emerald Queen Casino
  • Fife, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fife, WA
  • 2 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....

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Bus Driver - Relief

  • Port of Seattle
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Bus Driver Relief (004202) Bus Driver Relief (004202) Location: Seattle Tacoma International Airport Surrounding Area: Organization: Rental Cars Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Parttime Posting Expires...

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Mini Bus Driver

  • Mannahouse Christian Academy
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 2 days ago

Location: Portland & VancouverJob Type: Part-time (as needed)Job DescriptionThe Mini Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students and school staff in a 14-passenger mini bus to and from...

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Bus Driver

  • Walla Walla Public Schools
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 4 days ago

Class B CDL with passenger endorsement. Paid training is available through the school district. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bilingual English/Spanish preferred....

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Preschool Route Bus Driver

  • Walla Walla Public Schools
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 4 days ago

Class B CDL with passenger endorsement. Paid training is available through the school district. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bilingual English/Spanish preferred....

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On Call Shuttle Bus Driver

  • Akima, LLC
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
  • 5 days ago

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is looking for an On-Call Shuttle Bus Driver to work at Joint Base Lewis-McChord....

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Bus Driver - Martha & Mary Kids

  • Martha & Mary Health Services
  • Poulsbo, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Poulsbo, WA
  • 7 days ago

Summer Program - Bus Driver Martha & Mary Kids We are looking for a professional Summer Program Bus Driver to join our fantastic team in a part-time position!...

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Substitute - Bus Driver

  • Cle Elum-Roslyn School District
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 7 days ago

WAC 392-144-101 Valid Washington State driver's license; Class B, CDL with appropriate endorsements. School bus driver authorization issued by OSPI....

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Crew Transport Driver - Spokane, WA

  • at Professional Transportation, Inc in SPOKANE, Washington, United States
  • Spokane, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 8 days ago

at Professional Transportation, Inc in SPOKANE, Washington, United States Job Description Salary Range $17.13 - $17.19 Hourly Crew Transport Driver CREW TRANSPORT DRIVERS WANTED - SPOKANE, WA...

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Demographic Data for Washington

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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
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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