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 |
| Southeast Balance of State | 60 | 15 | $14.37/hr | $1.47/hr | $10.25/hr | $10.95/hr | $12.09/hr | $17.04/hr | $22.31/hr |
| Minnesota | 3,030 | 794 | $17.38/hr | $1.34/hr | $11.41/hr | $13.15/hr | $15.97/hr | $21.81/hr | $26.15/hr |
| U S | 162,840 | 3,582 | $18.82/hr | $0.38/hr | $10.43/hr | $13.25/hr | $17.90/hr | $23.83/hr | $29.10/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 - | |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | 1,070 | $16.53/hr | N/A |
| Truck Drivers, Light or Delivery Services | 810 | $13.49/hr | N/A |
| Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs | 190 | $11.59/hr | N/A |
| Couriers and Messengers | 70 | $11.35/hr | N/A |
| Cargo and Freight Agents | N/A | $19.12/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.