Practice 30 Bus Driver interview questions covering safety protocols, passenger relations, and route knowledge.
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I look forward to the perks that come with being a bus driver for the city. For myself, the greatest perk is that I can choose my hauls and routes. I like to take long-haul trips, for instance, and I prefer to haul across the west coast. My employer has endless work available to me and, as I continue to prove myself, am offered first right of refusal on the best routes."

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The hiring authority wants to see a genuine and keen interest in a career as a bus driver. Perhaps you enjoy being on the road and meeting new people every day. Maybe you like that you can work independently, while still doing something meaningful. The interviewer wants to hear that you are passionate about the job.
Some of the benefits of driving a bus include:
- Seeing different parts of the city and meeting new people
- Often, drivers get to choose their schedule
- Government or city drivers often receive excellent employer health and dental benefits
- Public transit and school bus drivers are in high demand, so there is a lot of job security

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"As a bus driver, there are many perks to what I do. I most enjoy the fact that I can ensure kids get to school, and home, safe every single day. As a parent, I know the importance of trusting every person you allow to care for your children, and I enjoy being a part of that story."

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For me, the greatest perk is that I can help people or be part of someone's life for a day. In my opinion, I am not only driving a bus, but I am also the face of the city and the eye of the community. Whenever I am sitting on the chair, I am always there to help.

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Excellent. Your enthusiasm shines through, and you sound like a true pleasure to be around.
"For me, the greatest perk of operating a bus would be that I can be a part of someone's life for a day. In my opinion, I am not only the person driving the bus, but I am also the face of the city, the eye of the community, and a representative of OC Transpo. When I am sitting in the drivers' seat, I am always there to help."
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