Bus Driver vs Delivery Driver

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Pay

Bus Driver

$52,000 typical, a year

Most Bus Drivers earn $47,800 to $58,200 a year.

From 334 postings that list pay

2,776 open jobs now

Bus Driver salaries Bus Driver jobs

Delivery Driver

$52,000 typical, a year

Most Delivery Drivers earn $47,300 to $61,400 a year.

From 1,774 postings that list pay

6,603 open jobs now

Delivery Driver salaries Delivery Driver jobs

Typical pay is about the same for Bus Drivers and Delivery Drivers.

What each one does

Bus Driver

  • Safely transport passengers to and from school and other locations.
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety.
  • Follow all traffic laws and company safety procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly bus environment for passengers.
  • Monitor student behavior and ensure a safe ride.
  • Report any vehicle maintenance needs or safety concerns.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Delivery Driver

  • Safely operate a commercial vehicle to transport goods or materials to customers.
  • Load and unload cargo or equipment from the delivery vehicle.
  • Follow all safety regulations and company policies while driving.
  • Complete required paperwork and vehicle inspection reports.
  • Provide professional customer service during deliveries and interactions.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the delivery vehicle.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Skills employers ask for

Bus Driver

Asked for in both

  • CDL 6 in 10 postings
  • Driver's License 3 in 10 postings
  • Vehicle Inspection 3 in 10 postings
  • Driving Record 2 in 10 postings
  • High School Diploma 2 in 10 postings
  • Customer Service 2 in 10 postings

More common in Bus Driver postings

  • School Transportation Operations 3 in 10 postings
  • Vehicle Maintenance 1 in 10 postings
  • Wheelchair Restraint 1 in 15 postings
  • Drug Screen 1 in 15 postings

Delivery Driver

Asked for in both

  • CDL 3 in 10 postings
  • Driver's License 6 in 10 postings
  • Vehicle Inspection 1 in 10 postings
  • Driving Record 3 in 10 postings
  • High School Diploma 2 in 10 postings
  • Customer Service 4 in 10 postings

More common in Delivery Driver postings

  • DOT Regulations 1 in 15 postings
  • Forklift Operation 1 in 15 postings
  • Box Truck Operation 1 in 15 postings
  • DOT Medical Card 1 in 15 postings

Out of each role's current postings.

Open jobs

Bus Driver

Delivery Driver

  • $23/hr Employer stated
    Marshall, MN
    Forklift OperationDriver's LicensePreventive MaintenanceCDLBox Truck Operation
    Entry level · 1-3 yrs exp 1 day ago
    Apply
  • Pay not stated Hammond, LA, 70401
    Driver's LicenseCustomer ServiceDrug Screen
    Lead 1 day ago
    Apply
  • Driver - Route

    Prairie Farms Dairy
    $27.75/hr Employer stated
    O'Fallon, IL, 62269 | Kansas City, MO, 64127
    GMPCustomer ServiceCDLAir BrakeDriver's License +2
    1 day ago
    Apply

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