Bus Drivers play an important role in ensuring that people can get where they need to go safely and efficiently. They are responsible for operating a bus or other large vehicle to transport passengers, picking up and dropping them off at designated locations.  
 
Bus Drivers must be familiar with the route they are driving and adhere to all traffic laws. Given the fact that Bus Drivers transport passengers, safety procedures and adherence to traffic laws are of paramount importance. Most cities have standard regulations and traffic laws applicable to public transportation regarding working schedules, routes, and street lanes they're allowed to transit. 
 
In addition, Bus Drivers must maintain a clean and safe bus, making sure that passengers are comfortable and have everything they need during the ride. They may also be responsible for collecting fares and assisting passengers with any questions or concerns they have. In some cases, Bus Drivers are required to help passengers with limited mobility board or get off the vehicle using special equipment. 

Average day of a Bus Driver
Here’s a non-exhaustive list of common tasks Bus Drivers are required to complete: 

• Drive passenger vehicles (e.g., buses, vans, or charters) 
• Conduct passengers through pre-established routes and schedules, adhering to transit regulations and laws and ensuring the safety of passengers 
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems inside the vehicle 
• Park vehicles at designated areas for passengers to board and get off 
• Charge fares to passengers when required 
• Check a list of passengers when necessary (charter buses) 
• Record fares and hand out receipts 
• Maintain a log regarding schedules and passengers 
• Inspect vehicles prior to departure, checking gas, oil, and cooling fluid levels, breaks, wipers, lights, and for any malfunctioning parts 
• Answer passengers’ questions about schedules or routes 
• Help passengers with limited mobility get on and off the vehicle 
• Assist passengers with their baggage 
• Handle passenger emergencies, providing first aid care or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on a passenger when necessary 
• Assist passengers during an emergency (e.g., accidents, breakdowns, and medical emergencies) 
• Report emergencies, delays, or accidents 
• Notify headquarters of any incident and request assistance when necessary 
• Make minor repairs to the vehicle, change tires, and add cooling fuel when necessary