Bus and Coach Drivers

Bus and Coach Drivers drive buses and coaches to transport passengers over established and special routes.

What the job involves

• Stopping at set locations to pick up and set down passengers

• Opening and closing doors before and after passengers board or alight

• Controlling lighting, heating and ventilation on buses

• Collecting fares and giving change and tickets, and monitoring electronic entry

• Advising passengers on destinations

• Maintaining conduct of passengers

• May use public address systems to provide information and tour commentaries for passengers

• May assist coach passengers with baggage and accommodation bookings

• May maintain, service and clean coaches