Bus Driver Jobs in Texas
Bus Driver jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where public transit authorities, school districts, and charter operators maintain large, year-round fleets. Major employers with a lasting Texas presence include Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Capital Metro in Austin, and First Student, which staffs school bus routes across dozens of Texas districts. The most consistent openings are in school transportation, fixed-route urban transit, and charter or paratransit services, with opportunities at every level from entry-level route drivers to lead operators and trainers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The starting pay rate for this position is $16.00./hr
Job Purpose:
As the Beauty Bus Driver & Guest Experience Associate, you will provide exceptional service to all guests by addressing inquiries, operating the shuttle bus, handling ticket transactions, and ensuring guest satisfaction. You will contribute to the mission of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden (FWBG) by serving as an excellent first point of contact for guests, ensuring they have a positive and memorable experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Accountability
- Assist with guest service tasks, including handling inquiries and resolving complaints.
- Operate the shuttle bus and trams to transport guests around the Garden.
- Ensure the shuttle is inspected, clean, fully fueled, and ready for daily use.
- Maintain accurate mileage, maintenance, and repair records.
People Management/Interactions
- Provide in-person and telephone assistance to guests and resolve problems.
- Stay up to date on FWBG event information, rental spaces, and program offerings to effectively respond to related inquiries from guests.
- Assist guests with entering, exiting, and loading mobility equipment onto the shuttle.
- Participate in team initiatives and contributing to a positive environment.
- Train new staff or volunteers as needed.
Communication
- Communicate professionally and effectively with guests, coworkers, and vendors.
- Report guest experience issues and trends to management.
- Communicate policies and procedures to guests and team members.
- Collaborate with other departments and facilitate effective communication between departments and guests to ensure a seamless guest experience.
- Engage in all campus communication methods to stay informed and share information. This includes email, MS Teams, texts, calls, and newsletters.
Competencies: Knowledge and Skills required:
- Customer service experience and handling monetary transactions.
- Knowledge of guest service best practices.
- Familiarity with office equipment, Clover POS, Altru, and basic technology.
- Ability to learn and adhere to FWBG and guest service policies and procedures.
- Experience driving a 12-passenger shuttle or similar.
- Proficient in effectively handling telephone and in-person inquiries and complaints.
- Organized and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, public-facing environment.
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a team.
- Knowledge of record-keeping and clerical functions.
- Training in handling customer feedback and providing solutions.
Additional Job Requirements:
- Successful completion of a background and credit check (due to handling financial transactions).
- Ability to learn and apply operational and safety procedures for shuttles, trams, and wheelchair lifts.
- Physical ability to use stairs, drive, and load mobility equipment into shuttle.
- Every FWBG employee is expected to possess and be willing to use a mobile device for timekeeping and business communications via calls/texts/emails/Teams’ messages.
- Be adaptable and flexible to changing schedules including occasional weekends, evenings and holidays.
- Ability to support and participate in FWBG public exhibitions and events in Texas weather.
Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
To Apply
Thank you for your interest! Apply through this job site or visit FWBG's Careers Page at https://fwbg.org/about-us/careers/. Apply online by answering screening questions and completing the application. Applicants who do not fully complete the application process will not be considered. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Candidates invited to final interviews must provide three professional references and contact information to verify work history. The successful candidate will receive a written offer and be required to submit personal information for a criminal background check. The anticipated start date is the first Monday after the background check(s) is successfully passed and requested information is submitted by the guest experience department and the applicant.
The starting pay rate for this position is $16.00./hr
Job Purpose:
As the Beauty Bus Driver & Guest Experience Associate, you will provide exceptional service to all guests by addressing inquiries, operating the shuttle bus, handling ticket transactions, and ensuring guest satisfaction. You will contribute to the mission of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden (FWBG) by serving as an excellent first point of contact for guests, ensuring they have a positive and memorable experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Accountability
- Assist with guest service tasks, including handling inquiries and resolving complaints.
- Operate the shuttle bus and trams to transport guests around the Garden.
- Ensure the shuttle is inspected, clean, fully fueled, and ready for daily use.
- Maintain accurate mileage, maintenance, and repair records.
People Management/Interactions
- Provide in-person and telephone assistance to guests and resolve problems.
- Stay up to date on FWBG event information, rental spaces, and program offerings to effectively respond to related inquiries from guests.
- Assist guests with entering, exiting, and loading mobility equipment onto the shuttle.
- Participate in team initiatives and contributing to a positive environment.
- Train new staff or volunteers as needed.
Communication
- Communicate professionally and effectively with guests, coworkers, and vendors.
- Report guest experience issues and trends to management.
- Communicate policies and procedures to guests and team members.
- Collaborate with other departments and facilitate effective communication between departments and guests to ensure a seamless guest experience.
- Engage in all campus communication methods to stay informed and share information. This includes email, MS Teams, texts, calls, and newsletters.
Competencies: Knowledge and Skills required:
- Customer service experience and handling monetary transactions.
- Knowledge of guest service best practices.
- Familiarity with office equipment, Clover POS, Altru, and basic technology.
- Ability to learn and adhere to FWBG and guest service policies and procedures.
- Experience driving a 12-passenger shuttle or similar.
- Proficient in effectively handling telephone and in-person inquiries and complaints.
- Organized and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, public-facing environment.
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a team.
- Knowledge of record-keeping and clerical functions.
- Training in handling customer feedback and providing solutions.
Additional Job Requirements:
- Successful completion of a background and credit check (due to handling financial transactions).
- Ability to learn and apply operational and safety procedures for shuttles, trams, and wheelchair lifts.
- Physical ability to use stairs, drive, and load mobility equipment into shuttle.
- Every FWBG employee is expected to possess and be willing to use a mobile device for timekeeping and business communications via calls/texts/emails/Teams’ messages.
- Be adaptable and flexible to changing schedules including occasional weekends, evenings and holidays.
- Ability to support and participate in FWBG public exhibitions and events in Texas weather.
Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
To Apply
Thank you for your interest! Apply through this job site or visit FWBG's Careers Page at https://fwbg.org/about-us/careers/. Apply online by answering screening questions and completing the application. Applicants who do not fully complete the application process will not be considered. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Candidates invited to final interviews must provide three professional references and contact information to verify work history. The successful candidate will receive a written offer and be required to submit personal information for a criminal background check. The anticipated start date is the first Monday after the background check(s) is successfully passed and requested information is submitted by the guest experience department and the applicant.
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Bus Driver Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ESC Region 1119
- UMOS4
- The Children's Courtyard4
- First Student3
- La Petite Academy3
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in bus driver jobs across Texas.
- Valid Texas commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements
- Clean motor vehicle record with no serious traffic violations in recent years
- Ability to pass a DOT-required physical examination and drug screening
- At least eighteen years of age, or twenty-one for interstate or charter routes
- Completion of a Texas-approved pre-service bus driver training program
- Strong familiarity with local Texas routes, traffic regulations, and passenger safety procedures
Bus Driver Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a bus driver in Texas?
To become a bus driver in Texas you must obtain a commercial driver's license issued through the Texas Department of Public Safety, with a passenger endorsement required for most transit and charter roles and an additional school bus endorsement required for student transportation. Applicants complete a state-approved pre-service training program, pass written and skills tests, and clear a DOT physical. No college degree is required, though a high school diploma or equivalent is standard.
Which companies hire bus drivers in Texas?
Employers hiring bus drivers in Texas right now include ESC Region 11, UMOS, and The Children's Courtyard, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's large urban transit authorities, independent school districts, and national school bus contractors collectively post some of the highest bus driver volumes in the country.
Which Texas cities have the most bus driver jobs?
Houston, Fort Worth, and Dallas have the most bus driver openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth lead because of their large public transit systems and sprawling school districts, while San Antonio's steady population growth and major military installations support consistent demand from both VIA Metropolitan Transit and contracted school bus operators.
Are there remote bus driver jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of bus driver openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of operating a vehicle on fixed routes. The limited remote component that does exist tends to involve dispatcher, scheduling coordinator, or fleet operations roles that overlap with bus driver experience.
How can I get hired as a bus driver in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to a Texas independent school district as a substitute or part-time route driver, since many districts run paid CDL training programs for new hires who do not yet hold a commercial license. Large operators like First Student and Durham School Services also sponsor CDL training for candidates who commit to a service agreement. Starting as a paratransit or activity bus driver with a smaller transit provider is another common way to build the hours and record needed to move into full-time transit roles.
Where can I find and apply to bus driver jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to bus driver jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from school districts, transit authorities, charter operators, and private contractors. Search the listings to see roles that match your CDL class, endorsements, and preferred region, then apply directly to the employers that fit.
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