Bus Drivers, Transit & Intercity
Code: 53-3052.00
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£59,050
Range: £40,030 - £84,700
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Average
New job opportunities are likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Bus Driver
Bus Operator
Charter Bus Driver
Coach Operator
Motor Coach Driver
Motor Coach Operator
Transit Bus Driver
Transit Coach Operator
Transit Driver
Transit Operator
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- 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.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Operating system software
Microsoft Windows
Map creation software
AOL MapQuest
Microsoft MapPoint
Internet browser software
Web browser software
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Social
looking for ways to help people
understanding people's reactions
Transportation
movement of people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road
Business
customer service
Safety and Government
public safety and security
law and government
Arts and Humanities
English language
Controlled Movement
quickly change the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat
use your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down
Vision
see details that are far away
decide which thing is closer or farther away from you or decide how far away it is from you
Attention
pay attention to something without being distracted
do two or more things at the same time
Spatial
know where things are around you
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Self-Control
Cooperation
Cautiousness
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Stress Tolerance
Frequently Asked Questions About Bus Drivers, Transit & Intercity
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit & Intercity is £59,050. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £40,030, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £84,700 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Bus Drivers, Transit & Intercity typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Bus Drivers, Transit & Intercity include: Microsoft Windows, AOL MapQuest, Microsoft MapPoint, Web browser software. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Average).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£40,030
Median Annual (Average):
£59,050
90th Percentile (Senior):
£84,700
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Occupational Terms
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#passenger
#collect fares
#realistic interests
#route
#emergency
#transportation
#baggage