Bus Drivers for hire in Buffalo, NY

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    1,800

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills10%
    Driving6%
    Time Management4%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED67%
    Associate's degree11%
    Bachelor's degree11%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years2%
    3-5 years10%
    6-10 years20%
  • Current company

    First Student
    Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA)
    NFTA Metro
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year18%
    1-2 years21%
    2-5 years36%

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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026

Bus Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Buffalo, NY: $63,017 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $50,774$78,213 yearly

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  • Coach- Football, Track and Field

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Personal TrainerCertified Fitness InstructorPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseLife & Health Insurance LicenseCertified Group Exercise Instructor+9 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceHigh-End SalesPublic Speaking
  • CDL Driver

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementCDL B

    Skills

    Computer OperationCorporate Social ResponsibilityCaregivingTelephone SystemsProductivity SoftwarePOS Systems
  • Transit Bus Operator

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DCDLFirst Aid CertificationPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementDriver's License+3 more

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementAssistant Manager ExperienceMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy Lifting
  • Bus driver, tour driver

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Pharmacy Technician CertificationConfined Space CertificationTWIC CardHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingCDLCPR+20 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsOTRFront Loader Truck
  • School Bus Driver

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLSchool Bus EndorsementPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class C+1 more

    Skills

    Food PreparationFood Service ExperienceKitchen ExperienceGrillingKitchen GrillsRetail Sales Transactions
  • School Bus Driver

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLPassenger EndorsementMedical Coding CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL B+3 more

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsManagementTeam Management

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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 108 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, driving and time management.

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, transit bus operator and CDL 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 Buffalo, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most bus drivers have 24 years of professional experience.

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