Drivers who operate chartered buses pick up groups, take them where they want to go, and bring them back. These trips may last from one day to more than a week. Bus Drivers is in the Transportation Career Cluster. Occasionally use fingers to pick up small items, such as coins Work Setting Local bus drivers usually work up to 40 hours a week. Saturdays and Sundays are considered regular workdays.
Some drivers work evenings and after midnight.
Many drivers work split shifts. For example, a driver may work from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. with time off in between. This way more drivers are available during peak commuting times. Driving in heavy traffic and dealing with passengers can be stressful and exhausting. The work can be noisy.