Bus Driver duties and responsibilities The main responsibility of a Bus Driver is to get residents and staff to their destinations safely and on time. To this end, they frequently perform the following Bus Driver duties: Conducting pre- and post-route inspections of vehicles Following traffic laws and employer safety rules while driving Assisting passengers who need help getting on and off the bus Completing paperwork to report accidents, vehicle problems and other issues Cleaning the bus interior as needed Answering questions about bus routes Familiarity with the parts and systems of buses Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations Safe driving record Observation skills to identify problems with vehicles Memorization skills to learn and recall route