Light Bus Driver

REF 1758770

16.03.2025 | Abu Dhabi | full time

Description: Bus drivers are responsible for transporting people safely from one place to another on a bus, usually along predetermined routes. There are different types of bus drivers. School bus drivers bring students to and from school and school-related activities. Local transit bus drivers follow specific schedules to get people where they need to go along a certain route. Intercity bus drivers transport people between different cities or towns. Charter bus drivers usually bring people on chartered trips and tours.

Bus Driver Duties & Responsibilities
The job generally requires the ability to perform the following duties:

Drive safely along designated routes.
Obey traffic laws, safety procedures, and transit regulations.
Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations.
Follow a specific timetable while on duty.
Assist passengers with disabilities to get on the bus.
Prevent or stop unruly behavior from passengers.
Communicate with passengers and employers regarding delays or any issues along a route.
Check the bus tires, lights, and oil when needed for basic maintenance.
Additional duties vary somewhat among different types of bus drivers and employers. For example, some bus drivers may be responsible for collecting fares, handling customer luggage, or keeping track of passengers.

To ensure safe travel, bus drivers must operate their vehicles with great care. They must also ensure that passengers are safe from harm from within the bus.

Requirements: Requirements and skills
Familiarity with GPS devices
Knowledge of area roads and neighborhoods
Ability to lift heavy packages and luggage
Availability to occasionally take weekend and night shifts
A polite and professional disposition
Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations (e.g. at rush hour)