Bus Drivers for hire in Wilmington, NC

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    335

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills12%
    Organizational Skills9%
    Leadership8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED63%
    Associate's degree13%
    Bachelor's degree13%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years60%
    6-10 years30%
    3-5 years10%
  • Current company

    New Hanover County Schools
    Pender County Schools
    Wave transit
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years71%
    Less than a year14%
    1-2 years14%

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Last updated: Sep 21, 2026

Bus Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Wilmington, NC: $39,661 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $34,215$45,973 yearly

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  • Driver

    Wilmington, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLCertified Notary PublicSchool Bus EndorsementPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+2 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsPersonal Assistant Experience
  • School Bus Driver

    Wilmington, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementDriver's LicenseCDL CAir Brake Endorsement+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrder Management System
  • Driver

    Wilmington, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Child Development Associate CertificationTeaching CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class C+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipStrategic PlanningOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementComputer Networking
  • UNCW SHUTTLE BUS OPERATOR

    Wilmington, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDCDLSchool Bus EndorsementPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+5 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsVeterinary Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceLeadershipTime Management
  • Bus Operator/Driver

    Wilmington, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLFirst Aid CertificationPassenger EndorsementDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL a+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportSales
  • Bus Routing Specialist

    Wilmington, North Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    SHRM Certified ProfessionalPassenger EndorsementDrivingFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+18 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCustomer ServiceOperations ManagementOperationsMedical Terminology

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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 107 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, organizational skills and leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for bus drivers?

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: driver, school bus driver 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 Wilmington, NC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most bus drivers have 20 years of professional experience.

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