Bus Drivers for hire in Newark, DE

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 Newark, DE to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    1,902

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills11%
    Time Management8%
    Supervising Experience6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED78%
    Associate's degree9%
    Bachelor's degree7%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years2%
    6-10 years10%
    More than 10 years88%
  • Current company

    Odyssey Charter School
    Red Clay Transportation
    Academia Antonio Alonso charter School
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year18%
    1-2 years26%
    2-5 years41%

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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Bus Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Newark, DE: $79,382 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $67,674$93,116 yearly

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  • Professional Chauffeur/Dispatcher

    Wilmington, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementTABC CertificationFood Safety CertificationPassenger EndorsementHealthcare Provider Certification+13 more

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingMechanic Experience
  • School BUS Driver

    Newark, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Tanker EndorsementChauffeur's PermitCDLPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementDriver's License+5 more

    Skills

    Service Technician ExperienceMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime Management
  • School Bus Driver

    Newark, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DAEDFirst Aid CertificationSchool Bus EndorsementPassenger EndorsementAir Brake Endorsement+5 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRoute Optimization
  • School Bus Driver

    New Castle, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    School Bus EndorsementCDLPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementSORADriver's License+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsWriting SkillsSchedule Management
  • Bus Driver

    New Castle, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    School Bus EndorsementDOT Physical ExaminationCDLPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementDOT Physical Certification+4 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPassenger VehicleDrivingBus Driving
  • Bus Operator/Driver

    Newark, Delaware

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardPassenger EndorsementEMT CertificationF EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementEVOC+11 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLoss Prevention

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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 supervising experience.

What licenses or certifications are common for a bus driver?

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

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, CNA - certified nursing assistant and bus operator/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 Newark, DE, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most bus drivers have 33 years of professional experience.

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