They operate buses for local transit systems, inter-city bus companies, and tour bus companies. All Bus Drivers keep records such as the distance traveled, driving time, and total amount of fares received. They also report any mechanical problems or major needed repairs, may keep the bus clean, and may make minor repairs while on the road. Shuttle Bus Drivers Drive buses of various sizes between a set destination and passengers homes.
Current laws limit driving time to a maximum of ten consecutive hours.
Drivers who work a ten-hour shift may experience fatigue, particularly when driving in poor driving conditions. All Bus Drivers can be subject to occasional stress caused by disagreeable or disorderly passengers. Also, they may experience stress from long hours of driving combined with factors such as bad weather, heavy traffic conditions, time schedule commitments, and delays. Local Transit Drivers may be subject to injuries received from physical attacks, disorderly conduct among passengers, and robberies. Union Membership Most Inter-city and many local Transit Bus Drivers are members of the Amalgamated Transit Union.