Bus Drivers for hire in Portland, OR

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    2,085

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    11%
    Time Management
    7%
    Customer Service
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    66%
    Associate's degree
    15%
    Vocational or technical training
    12%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    80%
    3-5 years
    10%
    6-10 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • First Student
    • Student transportation of america
    • Transdev
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    40%
    Less than a year
    20%
    1-2 years
    20%

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Last updated: Oct 24, 2026

Bus Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Portland, OR: $61,309 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $44,777 – $83,946 yearly

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  • CHAUFFEUR/ LIMO DRIVER

    Portland, Oregon

    Licenses & certifications

    Transportation Security Administration (TSA) ProtocolsOLCC Service PermitFirst Aid CertificationPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's License+2 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsEnglish
  • School Bus Driver

    Portland, Oregon

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DCDLClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus Endorsement+6 more

    Skills

    Mathematical AptitudeTime ManagementCommunication SkillsService Technician ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational Skills
  • City Bus driver

    Portland, Oregon

    Licenses & certifications

    CDL BCDLSchool Bus EndorsementPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationCDL C+3 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsDrivingCommercial DrivingCommercial VehiclePassenger Vehicle
  • Motor Coach Bus Driver

    Portland, Oregon

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLGuard CardCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianUltrasound CertificationPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical Certification+6 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsDelivery DrivingDelivery Driver ExperienceMicrosoft Excel
  • Bus Operator

    Beaverton, Oregon

    Licenses & certifications

    Proper Waste DisposalHazmatDriver's LicenseHazardous Material HandlingAir Brake EndorsementHazardous Waste Disposal+12 more

    Skills

    LeadershipProduct ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsFood Safety
  • Driver

    Portland, Oregon

    Licenses & certifications

    CDL BCDLFirst Aid CertificationSchool Bus EndorsementPassenger EndorsementAir Brake Endorsement+2 more

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementMedical SchedulingAppointment SchedulingChildcareExperience Working with Children

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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 113 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 customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for bus drivers?

Common licenses or certifications for bus drivers include: Passenger Endorsement, CDL B and Air Brake 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, chauffeur/ LIMO DRIVER and bus operator.

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 Portland, OR, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most bus drivers have 16 years of professional experience.

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