AI Assistant for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity

Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.

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Core Responsibilities

  • 1Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.(Core task)
  • 2Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.(Core task)
  • 3Inspect vehicles and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.(Core task)
  • 4Announce stops to passengers.(Core task)
  • 5Assist passengers, such as elderly or individuals with disabilities, on and off bus, ensure they are seated properly, help carry baggage, and answer questions about bus schedules or routes.(Core task)
  • 6Collect tickets or cash fares from passengers.(Core task)
  • 7Handle passenger emergencies or disruptions.(Core task)
  • 8Report delays or accidents.(Core task)
  • 9Advise passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.(Core task)
  • 10Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.(Core task)

Top Skills Required

Operation and Control
Operations Monitoring
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Service Orientation
Time Management
Speaking
Monitoring
Social Perceptiveness
Reading Comprehension

Knowledge Areas

TransportationCustomer and Personal ServicePublic Safety and SecurityEnglish LanguageLaw and GovernmentAdministration and ManagementTelecommunicationsComputers and Electronics

Technology & Tools Used

In-Demand Technologies

Microsoft Windows

Other Tools

AOL MapQuestMicrosoft MapPointWeb browser software

Daily Work Activities

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Getting Information
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

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