Often asked: How Much Do Octa Bus Drivers Make?

What is the salary of best bus driver?

Basic salary of drivers at BEST (Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport) Undertaking ranges from Rs 6305 to Rs 15785, says Shankar Nair, Personnel Manager at BEST. Drivers also get DA of 144% and HRA of 30% over basic pay, plus fixed medical allowance of Rs 500 per month.

What state has the highest paid bus drivers?

The states and districts that pay Bus Drivers the highest mean salary are New York ($62,060), Washington ($57,880), Alaska ($55,550), Massachusetts ($54,720), and California ($51,700).

Is bus driver a good job?

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.

How do you become an OCTA bus driver?

Achievable driver requirements

1. A minimum of 1 year customer service experience.
2. A valid U.S. driver’s license for a minimum of 3 years with no DMV points.
3. Applicants can apply with a Class C driver’s license.
4. Current DMV K4 printout must be submitted when the application is received.
5. At least 21 years old.

Do bus drivers make good money?

Bellevue, WA beats the national average by $6,397 (18.9%), and Richmond, CA furthers that trend with another $7,576 (22.4%) above the $33,891 average. Top 10 Highest Paying Cities for School Bus Driver Jobs.

City	Richmond, CA
Annual Salary	$41,468
Monthly Pay	$3,456
Weekly Pay	$797
Hourly Wage	$19.94

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What skills does a bus driver need?

As a Bus Driver, what are the key skills I need to have?

• Excellent knowledge of the roads and routes you’re driving on.
• Confident driving skills.
• Excellent understanding of the highway code and traffic regulations.
• Patient, responsible, assertive and understanding manner.
• Excellent customer service skills.

What age can you become a bus driver?

You must be a minimum of 18 years of age to hold a bus driving licence and meet our minimum employment criteria (detailed in the application process). Are there any medical restrictions on becoming a bus driver with Go‑Ahead London?

What is the highest paying job?

Highest Paying Occupations

OCCUPATION	2020 MEDIAN PAY
Nurse anesthetists	$183,580 per year
Dentists, all other specialists	$183,300 per year
Pediatricians, general	$177,130 per year
Airline pilots, copilots, and flight engineers	$160,970 per year

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Do school bus drivers get pensions?

School bus drivers work regular hours and usually receive a benefits package that is on par with most full-time employees in the school district. These benefits may include (but are not limited to): paid holidays, health and dental insurance, retirement savings plans, and other compensation.

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.

What is a bus drivers wage?

Start on £12.65 per hour, rising to £13.81 per hour after two years employment.

Does OCTA accept cash?

PAYING YOUR FARE Please have your exact fare, pass, or OC Bus app ready when boarding the bus. Exact change is required when paying by cash. Fareboxes do not make change, and drivers do not carry cash or make change. OC Bus fareboxes accept all coins (except pennies) and bills $10 and under.