Bus Driver
Bus drivers transport passengers over established or
special routes and on chartered journeys or tours.
A bus driver may perform the following tasks:
- stop at set locations to pick up or set down passengers
- open and close doors before and after passengers board
or alight
- control lighting, heating and ventilation on buses
- collect fares, give change and issue tickets
- advise passengers on destinations
- use a public address system to provide information or
tour commentaries to passengers.
Bus drivers are required to wear uniforms and must be
willing to work shifts. Contact with the public is an
important part of the work.
Some bus drivers work as a
Tram Driver who drives trams over established
routes, to transport passengers on urban tramway systems.
Their tasks may include changing controls and power supply
poles to enable trams to be driven in the opposite direction;
observing nearby traffic to ensure safe progress of a tram;
advising passengers on destinations; and stopping at set
locations to allow passengers to board and alight.
Required Skills - Bus Driver
- courteous and helpful when dealing with the public
- able to pass a company or government medical examination
that includes eyesight and colour vision tests
- responsible attitude
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