Bus Drivers for hire in Albany, NY

Find bus drivers who ensure safe and timely transportation, assist passengers with boarding and maintain vehicle cleanliness while using strong communication and navigation skills. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Albany, NY to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    1,037

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills11%
    Time Management8%
    Driving6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED78%
    Vocational or technical training8%
    Bachelor's degree8%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years6%
    3-5 years10%
    6-10 years22%
  • Current company

    Durham School Services
    First Student
    Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA)
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year28%
    1-2 years35%
    2-5 years20%

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Last updated: Jul 30, 2026

Bus Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Albany, NY: $60,059 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $48,612$74,200 yearly

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  • Commercial Driver

    Albany, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    TABC CertificationClass DBartender LicensePassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsRegional LaneCommunication SkillsLift Truck
  • Bus Monitor

    Albany, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationCPR

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsCleaning & Sanitation ManagementManaging Cleaning or Sanitation TeamsManagementHousekeeping Management
  • Driver

    Watervliet, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DChauffeur's PermitGuard CardClass D SecurityBaton PermitDriver's License

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy Lifting
  • School Bus Driver

    Albany, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DAEDCDLFirst Aid CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's License

    Skills

    Time ManagementMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareMicrosoft PowerpointPresentation SoftwareSpreadsheets
  • School Bus Driver

    Albany, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL B

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsRegional LaneOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementUnloading
  • School Bus Driver

    Watervliet, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Providing Care for ClientsPatient Personal Care AssistancePassenger EndorsementPatient CareDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement

    Skills

    Regional LaneHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOTRCleaningLaundry

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What's the average time to fill a bus driver role?

The average time to fill a bus driver role is 109 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do bus drivers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a bus driver include: communication skills, time management and driving.

What licenses or certifications are common for a bus driver?

Common licenses or certifications for bus drivers include: Driver's License, Passenger Endorsement and CDL.

What are some job titles related to bus drivers?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to bus drivers include: school bus driver, traffic control officer and school crossing guard and fire fighter and driver.

What level of education is common for a bus driver?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a bus driver in Albany, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a bus driver?

Most bus drivers have 31 years of professional experience.

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