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Hiring Practices

Intercity and public transit companies prefer applicants who are at least 24 years old. They may also require previous bus or truck driving experience. Federal regulations require bus drivers carrying passengers between states, to be at least 21 years old. Some school districts may hire drivers that are 18 years old.

All bus drivers must have good hearing. They also must have at least 20/40 vision, with or without glasses, and a 70-degree field of vision in each eye. They may not be colorblind. In addition, bus drivers may not have been convicted of:

a felony involving the use of a motor vehicle;
a crime involving drugs;
driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol; or
hit-and-run driving which resulted in injury or death.

Advancement Opportunities

Promotions for bus drivers are limited and are usually in the form of better hours, assignments, or working conditions. Experienced drivers may advance to jobs as dispatchers, instructors, or supervisors. In order to advance in a public bus system, drivers may need to pass a civil service exam. Some bus drivers buy their own motor coaches and open their own businesses.

Job Title Examples

Charter Coach Driver,  Motor Coach Driver,  Tram Driver,  Transit Bus Operator,  Motor Coach Operator,  Transit Coach Operator,  Bus Operator 

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Source: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development and Minnesota Department of Education.