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73301.02 – School bus drivers

School bus drivers transport students by bus on established routes to and from schools.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Bus driver - special needs passengers
  • School bus driver

Core competencies

  • Operation and Control to operate buses efficiently and make real-time adjustments to control speed, steering and braking for passenger safety during in various driving conditions
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment to ensure all systems are functioning correctly, reducing the risk of mechanical failures that could compromise safety while transporting students
  • Depth Perception to accurately judge distances and spatial relationships, to navigate safely through traffic, gauge the proximity of other vehicles and ensure the safety of passengers
  • Far Vision to see distant objects clearly, such as road signs, traffic signals and potential hazards, for safe navigation and proactive response to road conditions and hazards
  • Concern for Others and Social Orientation to demonstrate a high level of empathy and understanding for the diverse needs and safety of students and to build positive relationships and communication with students, parents and school staff
  • Knowledge in Public Safety and Security to understand basic safety regulations, emergency response procedures and how to identify potential hazards to ensure the safe transport of students

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Drive school buses to transport children between school and home or on excursions
  • Ensure children's safety when boarding and leaving buses and crossing street while bus is stopped
  • Maintain control of student activities during travel to prevent distractions or behaviours that could compromise safety
  • May transport adults outside of school hours on chartered trips.

Additional information

  • Progression to transit supervisory positions, inspector or training instructor positions is possible with experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Supervisors, motor transport and other ground transit operators (72024)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

7 – Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations

TEER

3 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of less than two years; or more than six months of on-the-job training

Major group

73 – General trades

Sub-major group

733 – Transportation occupations

Minor group

7330 – Transport truck and transit drivers

Unit group

73301 – Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators

Occupational profile

73301.02 – School bus drivers

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