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Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.

Currently Employed: 819

Yearly Projected Openings: 40

Typical Hourly Wage: $15.15 - $20.97

Typical Annual Salary: $31,500 - $43,600

• Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.
• Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.
• Inspect vehicles, and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.
• Advise passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
• Assist passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off bus, ensure they are seated properly, help carry baggage, and answer questions about bus schedules or routes.
• Handle passenger emergencies or disruptions.
• Record information, such as cash receipts and ticket fares, and maintain log book.
• Collect tickets or cash fares from passengers.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Report delays or accidents.

• Automotive doors
• Busses
• Lifts
• Minibuses
• Minivans or vans

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