Bus Driver Jobs in New York

Bus driver jobs in New York represent one of the most active and consistently staffed markets in the country, concentrated across public transit, school districts, and private charter and tour operations, with openings at every level from entry-level route drivers to senior operators and supervisors. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, First Student, and New York City Transit are among the most established and ongoing employers. School bus routes and fixed-route municipal transit are the highest-demand specialties statewide. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles66
Top employerFirst Student
Top cityBrooklyn, NY
Cities hiring36
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialSeniors encouraged

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Suburban Bus Transportation, Inc.
School Bus Driver - School Van Driver
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Suburban Bus Transportation, Inc.
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School Bus Driver - School Van Driver
Suburban Bus Transportation, Inc.
North Bellmore, New York
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
On-Site
Seniors encouraged

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School Bus Driver
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School Bus Driver
Sky Blue Express
Rochester, New York
Driving
Logistics & Fleet Management
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CPR Certification

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CDL Bus Driver Paratransit
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CDL Bus Driver Paratransit
Mjj transportation
Bronx, New York
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$1,005 - $1,520/yr
On-Site

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Cobblestone Arts Center
Bus Driver (Part-time) - No CDL License Needed
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Cobblestone Arts Center
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Bus Driver (Part-time) - No CDL License Needed
Cobblestone Arts Center
Farmington, New York
Customer Service
Driving
Logistics & Fleet Management
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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The Mary Louis Academy
School Bus Driver (part-time)
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The Mary Louis Academy
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School Bus Driver (part-time)
The Mary Louis Academy
Jamaica, New York
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site
High school

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Bus Driver Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Brooklyn
11 jobs
Bronx
7 jobs
Jamaica
3 jobs
Rochester
3 jobs
Mount Morris
3 jobs
East Elmhurst
3 jobs
Flushing
2 jobs
Binghamton
2 jobs
Mount Vernon
2 jobs

Bus Driver Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • First Student
    First Student12
  • Avis Budget
    Avis Budget5
  • Regional Transit Service
    Regional Transit Service4
  • Allied Universal
    Allied Universal3
  • WE Transport
    WE Transport2
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What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in bus driver jobs across New York.

  • Valid New York CDL with passenger endorsement required by the DMV
  • Clean driving record with no major violations in the past three to five years
  • Ability to pass a DOT-mandated physical and drug screening
  • Experience operating large passenger vehicles such as school buses or coaches
  • Strong knowledge of New York traffic laws and local route geography
  • Completion of a state-approved bus driver safety training program
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Bus Driver Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a bus driver in New York?

You become a bus driver in New York by obtaining a Commercial Driver's License with a passenger endorsement from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. Candidates must pass a written knowledge test, a skills test, and a DOT physical. For school bus positions, an additional school bus driver certificate issued through the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is required, along with a background check and completion of a state-approved training course.

Which companies hire bus drivers in New York?

New York bus driver roles are posted by First Student, Avis Budget, and Regional Transit Service and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's dense network of public transit authorities, school districts, and private charter operators means openings are distributed across both major metros and suburban regions throughout the state.

Which New York cities have the most bus driver jobs?

Brooklyn, Bronx, and Jamaica are the New York cities with the most bus driver openings, driven by the scale of New York City's public transit system and the large school districts and regional transit authorities that serve Buffalo and Albany. Suburban areas around those metros also generate steady demand from school bus contractors and shuttle providers tied to universities and medical centers.

Are there remote bus driver jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of bus driver openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The small share of remote work in this field tends to apply to dispatch coordination, scheduling, or fleet management positions rather than active driving roles.

How can I get hired as a bus driver in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a paid CDL training program offered directly by large New York employers such as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority or First Student, which routinely hire candidates without prior driving experience and cover licensing costs in exchange for a service commitment. School districts across the state also hire entry-level candidates willing to earn the required New York school bus driver certificate. Starting as a shuttle driver or paratransit operator for medical transport companies is another common lateral move that builds qualifying hours quickly.

Where can I find and apply to bus driver jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to bus driver jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your license class, endorsements, and preferred work setting, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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