Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
SOC Code: 53-3052 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $62,005 | $69,576 | $77,168 | $84,739 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $60,382 | $68,224 | $76,066 | $83,907 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $58,822 | $67,018 | $75,192 | $83,387 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $56,493 | $65,125 | $73,736 | $82,368 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $61,360 | $68,349 | $75,358 | $82,347 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $58,469 | $66,394 | $74,318 | $82,243 |
| Modesto, CA | $55,182 | $63,960 | $72,738 | $81,515 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $55,453 | $64,106 | $72,758 | $81,411 |
| Yakima, WA | $56,909 | $64,750 | $72,613 | $80,454 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $53,643 | $62,504 | $71,344 | $80,205 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operation and Control | 3.9 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.6 | |
| Time Management | 3.1 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.1 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.1 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Transportation | 4.5 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.3 |
| Public Safety and Security | 4.0 |
| English Language | 3.4 |
| Law and Government | 3.1 |
| Administration and Management | 2.8 |
| Telecommunications | 2.8 |
| Computers and Electronics | 2.7 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 83.8% |
| Less than high school | 13.0% |
| Some college | 1.7% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 1.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Inspect vehicles and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.
- Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.
- Report delays or accidents.
- Advise passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
- Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
- 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.
- Assist passengers, such as elderly or individuals with disabilities, 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.
Technology Skills
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