DETAILED OCCUPATION DATA
53-3022 Bus Drivers, School
Occupational Description:
Transport students or special clients, such as the elderly or persons with disabilities. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist passengers in boarding or exiting.| Percentiles | |||||||||
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| Geography | Employment | Emp SE* | Mean | Mean SE* | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th |
| EDR 7E- East Central | 240 | 29 | $21.61/hr | $2.25/hr | $12.56/hr | $16.63/hr | $20.52/hr | $23.87/hr | $34.76/hr |
| Minnesota | 12,630 | 733 | $15.23/hr | $0.30/hr | $10.22/hr | $12.38/hr | $15.30/hr | $17.80/hr | $20.47/hr |
| U S | 477,400 | 4,297 | $14.41/hr | $0.07/hr | $8.67/hr | $10.36/hr | $13.86/hr | $17.63/hr | $21.52/hr |
| *SE = Standard error, a measure of the statistical reliability of the estimate. | |||||||||
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| Occupation (click title for details) | OES | Projections | |
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| Employment | Median Wage | % Change - | |
| Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer | 500 | $18.57/hr | N/A |
| Security Guards | 310 | $10.64/hr | N/A |
| Truck Drivers, Light or Delivery Services | 180 | $14.67/hr | N/A |
| Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs | 50 | $14.59/hr | N/A |
Tasks for Bus Drivers, School
- Drives bus to transport pupils over specified routes.
- Reports delays or accidents.
- Inspects bus and checks gas, oil, and water levels.
- Makes minor repairs to bus.
- Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
- Complies with local traffic regulations.
- Maintains order among pupils during trip.