DETAILED OCCUPATION DATA
53-3021 Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
Occupational Description:
Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.| Percentiles | |||||||||
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| Geography | Employment | Emp SE* | Mean | Mean SE* | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th |
| EDR 10 - Southeast | 450 | 128 | $14.74/hr | $0.73/hr | $11.40/hr | $12.64/hr | $14.08/hr | $16.50/hr | $20.00/hr |
| Minnesota | 3,420 | 787 | $16.74/hr | $1.12/hr | $10.99/hr | $12.96/hr | $15.37/hr | $19.47/hr | $26.00/hr |
| U S | 176,190 | 3,700 | $18.46/hr | $0.33/hr | $10.40/hr | $13.10/hr | $17.61/hr | $23.57/hr | $28.31/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, Light or Delivery Services | 1,080 | $13.06/hr | N/A |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | 1,060 | $16.33/hr | N/A |
| Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs | 460 | $10.31/hr | N/A |
| Couriers and Messengers | 50 | $11.73/hr | N/A |
| Cargo and Freight Agents | 40 | $21.59/hr | N/A |
Tasks for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
- Drives vehicle over specified route or to specified destination according to time schedule to transport passengers, complying with traffic regulations.
- Parks vehicle at loading area for passengers to board.
- Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
- Records cash receipts and ticket fares.
- Reports delays or accidents.
- Inspects vehicle, and checks gas, oil, and water before departure.
- Makes minor repairs to vehicle and changes tires.
- Advises passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicle.
- Loads and unloads baggage in baggage compartment.
- Assists passengers with baggage and collects tickets or cash fares.