National
| Median wages (2008) |
$12.79 hourly, $26,600 annual |
| Employment (2006) |
455,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2006-2016) |
Average (7% to 13%)
|
| Projected need (2006-2016) |
102,000 additional employees |
53-3022.00 - Bus Drivers, School
Transport students or special clients, such as the elderly or persons with disabilities. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist passengers in boarding or exiting.
Sample of reported job titles:
School Bus Driver, School Bus Driver/Teacher Assistant, Special Education Bus Driver, School Bus Driver/Custodian, School Bus Driver/Mechanic, Bus Driver/Monitor
Tasks
- Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops.
- Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
- Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
- Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety.
- Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.
- Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
- Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.
- Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, or fares received.
- Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
- Keep bus interiors clean for passengers.
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Tools & Technology
Tools used in this occupation:
| Automotive doors — Powered service doors |
| Busses — Passenger buses |
| Emergency medical services first aid kits — Emergency first-aid kits |
| Emergency vehicle exits — Emergency exit doors |
| Exterior automobile lighting — Bus warning lights |
| Lifts — Wheelchair lifts |
| Pressure indicators — Tire pressure gauges |
| Vehicle traction control systems — Snow chains |
Technology used in this occupation:
| Internet browser software — Web browser software |
| Map creation software — AOL MapQuest; Microsoft MapPoint |
