JOB DESCRIPTION
Bus drivers transport passengers over established or special routes and on chartered journeys or tours. Bus drivers are required to wear uniforms and must be willing to work shifts. Contact with the public is an important part of the job.
DUTIES AND TASKS
Bus drivers may perform the following tasks:
- stop at designated locations to pick up or set down passengers
- adhere to set bus timetables and routes
- 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 (PA) system to provide information or tour commentaries to passengers.
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
- 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