Often asked: Bus Drivers Day?

How many hours do school bus drivers work a day?

If you are speaking about over-the-road drivers they generally drive 8 hours depending upon the tour they’re on, sometimes even as much as 10 hours in a single day. School bus drivers generally work a “split shift’ of 3-4 in the morning and the same in the afternoon.

How many days a week do bus drivers work?

Usually work a five-day work week, if a local bus driver. This may include weekends. May work evenings and after midnight, if a local bus driver. May work split shifts, if working as a local bus driver.

Do bus drivers get paid in the summer?

School bus drivers usually have a staggered schedule, driving kids in different grades throughout the morning and then doing it in reverse later in the day. Sounds breezy, but Mike and most other drivers are paid by the number of hours worked. “During the summer,” Mike says, “you don’t get paid.”

How many miles can a bus driver drive in a day?

Assuming all the buses are used, each bus travels roughly 81 miles in one day. Even if only half of the buses are in use each day, one bus averages just about 160 miles in a day.

Why do school bus drivers quit?

Some common grievances here include: administrators not backing up school bus drivers when parents complain; policies that don’t support drivers; disciplinary actions that are perceived as inequitable; not showing appreciation for oldest employees; and too many hoops for drivers to jump through to get administrators to

Is driving a school bus a good job?

Good Paying Job. A career in the bus driving industry can mean making up to $44,000 per year. Extra earning opportunities are usually available as well. There are also several opportunities to pick up extra hours, as well as receive employee benefits from the school.

Is bus driving stressful?

According to Dr Tage Kristensen, of the National Institute of Occupational Health in Copenhagen, bus drivers are under more stress than executives. Bus drivers are practically public property, open to abuse and accusation. After a while it gets to you, and makes you mean.

Is driving a bus difficult?

Driving a bus is not that much more complicated than driving a car. You do have to be more careful, given the length and weight of a bus, as well as the responsibility you have to your passengers. However, the basics are the same, though you may need to learn to shift if you’ve never driven a standard before.

Is it worth being a bus driver?

Being a bus driver is a good job because of the pay and benefits but the work/home balance is not good for a family person because of the different shift patterns e.g earlys, middles and lates. you can earn some extra money, as you end up working between 40/50 hours per week.

What do bus drivers hate?

20 Things Passengers Do That Bus Drivers Hate

1. 1 When Folks Leave Sticky Snacks On The Seats.
2. 2 When Friends Never Stop Talking For Hours On End.
3. 3 When Kids Won’t Stay Seated.
4. 4 When Too Many People Try To Jam In.
5. 5 Bring Their Pets On The Bus (Unless They’re Service Animals)
6. 6 Take Up More Than One Seat With Their Belongings.
7. 7 Fall Asleep And Stay On For Hours.

How do I become a good bus driver?

Here are some qualities that make a great bus driver:

1. They’re personable. As the driver, you are acting as the face of your bus line’s brand.
2. They’re willing to lead. “Our drivers are leaders,” said Lesniak.
3. They’re calm under pressure.
4. They’re dedicated to their work.
5. They’re respectful of others.

Is being a school bus driver stressful?

“It is a very stressful job,” she said. “Either you have to be a person that nothing bothers you or you have to be stressed out all the time.” Low wages and a three-year salary freeze are other disadvantages to the job, according to drivers. Bus drivers are paid $7 an hour and they work an average of 30 hours a week.

How long will a bus last?

In general, most American transit systems expect their buses to have a useful life of 12 years and 250,000 miles.

What is high mileage for a bus?

These standards determine the maximum age and mileage for which a bus should be used. Smith said buses are expected to last about 12-15 years and 250,000 miles under normal conditions. Unfortunately, a growing number of the school district’s buses are older than that, with many more miles.

How long can a bus driver drive without a break?

any working day. driving you must take a break of at least 30 minutes for rest and refreshment. Or, within any period of 8 hours 30 minutes, you must take at least 45 minutes in breaks. You must also have a break of at least 30 minutes at the end of this period, unless it’s the end of the working day.