[Core] [96% incumbents] Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.
  DWAs: Drive passenger vehicles.

[Core] [96% incumbents] Announce stops to passengers.
  DWAs: Provide customers with general information or assistance. | Provide transportation information to passengers or customers.

[Core] [96% incumbents] Assist 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.
  DWAs: Provide transportation information to passengers or customers. | Assist passengers during vehicle boarding.

[Core] [96% incumbents] Handle passenger emergencies or disruptions.
  DWAs: Assist others during emergencies.

[Core] [96% incumbents] Advise passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
  DWAs: Provide transportation information to passengers or customers.

[Core] [96% incumbents] Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
  DWAs: Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety.

[Core] [96% incumbents] Maintain cleanliness of bus or motor coach.
  DWAs: Clean vehicles or vehicle components.

[Supplemental] [96% incumbents] Read maps to plan bus routes.
  DWAs: Read maps to determine routes.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Inspect vehicles and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles. | Measure the level or depth of water or other liquids.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Collect tickets or cash fares from passengers.
  DWAs: Collect fares or payment from customers.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Report delays or accidents.
  DWAs: Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Load and unload baggage in baggage compartments.
  DWAs: Load shipments, belongings, or materials.

[Core] [94% incumbents] Drive 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.
  DWAs: Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation. | Drive passenger vehicles.

[Core] [94% incumbents] Record information, such as cash receipts and ticket fares, and maintain log book.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data. | Record sales or transactions data.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Transportation (imp:4.51 lvl:4.44) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.35 lvl:5.47) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Public Safety and Security (imp:4.03 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  English Language (imp:3.41 lvl:3.00) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Law and Government (imp:3.06 lvl:2.12) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Administration and Management (imp:2.83 lvl:2.49) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.80 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.69 lvl:2.55) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Education and Training (imp:2.50 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administrative (imp:2.40 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Mathematics (imp:2.38 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Psychology (imp:2.38 lvl:2.67) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Mechanical (imp:2.36 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Geography (imp:2.31 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Communications and Media (imp:2.23 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.21 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.07 lvl:1.73) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.93 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.92 lvl:1.01) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Foreign Language (imp:1.90 lvl:1.19) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Design (imp:1.68 lvl:1.13) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Production and Processing (imp:1.65 lvl:1.26) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.63) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.59 lvl:1.13) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.59 lvl:0.84) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Physics (imp:1.58 lvl:0.70) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.51 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.49 lvl:0.77) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Chemistry (imp:1.45 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  History and Archeology (imp:1.41 lvl:0.97) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Biology (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd

--- ABILITIES ---
  Far Vision (imp:4.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Control Precision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Depth Perception (imp:3.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Spatial Orientation (imp:3.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Rate Control (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Selective Attention (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Time Sharing (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Peripheral Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:2.50) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Night Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Stamina (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.73 lvl:4.57) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.20 lvl:4.38) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.15 lvl:3.83) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.12 lvl:3.98) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:3.99 lvl:3.52) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.85 lvl:4.17) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.84 lvl:3.59) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.83 lvl:3.99) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.54 lvl:3.76) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.53 lvl:3.62) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.52 lvl:3.74) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.44 lvl:3.65) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.41 lvl:4.38) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.32 lvl:2.65) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.29 lvl:2.87) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Processing Information (imp:3.23 lvl:2.97) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.19 lvl:3.35) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.07 lvl:3.15) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.05 lvl:2.81) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.02 lvl:2.53) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.99 lvl:3.01) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.85 lvl:2.36) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.77 lvl:2.47) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.73 lvl:2.76) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.68 lvl:3.02) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.64 lvl:3.12) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.62 lvl:2.70) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.53 lvl:2.58) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.49 lvl:2.23) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Working with Computers (imp:2.48 lvl:1.81) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.46 lvl:2.19) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.28 lvl:2.20) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.22 lvl:1.77) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.16 lvl:2.40) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.00 lvl:1.56) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.75 lvl:1.10) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.73 lvl:1.25) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.72 lvl:1.10) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.71 lvl:1.40) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.50 lvl:0.97) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.42 lvl:0.63) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.62) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Control (imp:2.14) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cooperation (imp:2.07) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Cooperation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.86) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.86) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:1.82) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:1.40) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.39) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:1.35) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Perseverance (imp:1.28) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Sincerity (imp:1.28) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Control (imp:1.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Adaptability (imp:0.99) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.97) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.86) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Humility (imp:0.81) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.51) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.02) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.13) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.24) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation (imp:-0.59) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:3.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Service Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:2.50 lvl:1.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.38 lvl:1.62) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Repairing (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 159,240
  annual_median    : $59,050
  annual_pct10     : $40,030
  annual_pct25     : $47,530
  annual_pct75     : $70,700
  annual_pct90     : $84,700
  annual_mean      : $60,280
  hourly_median    : $28.39

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New York ($84,480)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($32,230)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.621x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (52 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   95,340  median: $  64,640
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   59,520  median: $  50,540
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,260  median: $  52,220
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      980  median: $  37,440
  Educational Services                     emp:      760  median: $  47,910
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      460  median: $  41,450
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      330  median: $  47,070
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      240  median: $  37,710
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:      160  median: $  42,680
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      130  median: $  56,470

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (11 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   95,340  median: $  64,640
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   59,520  median: $  50,540
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,260  median: $  52,220
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      980  median: $  37,440
  Educational Services                     emp:      760  median: $  47,910
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      460  median: $  41,450
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      330  median: $  47,070
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      240  median: $  37,710
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:      160  median: $  42,680
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      130  median: $  56,470

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Transit bus (similarity: 0.3556)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transit_bus
  QID: Q1373492
  Extract: A transit bus is a type of bus used in public transport bus services. Several configurations are used, including low-floor buses, high-floor buses, double-decker buses, articulated buses and midibuses.

  Title: Intercity buses in the United States (similarity: 0.2571)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intercity_buses_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q138302434
  Extract: Intercity buses have been an important mode of long-distance, passenger transportation in the United States.

  Title: Intercity bus service (similarity: 0.3273)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intercity_bus_service
  QID: Q493016
  Extract: An intercity bus service or intercity coach service, also called a long-distance, express, over-the-road, commercial, long-haul, or highway bus or coach service, is a public transport service using coaches to carry passengers significant distances between different cities, towns, or other populated 

  Title: Bus driver (similarity: 0.4545)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bus_driver
  QID: Q829020
  Extract: A bus driver, bus operator, or bus captain is a person who drives buses for a living.

  Title: Coach (bus) (similarity: 0.1333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coach_(bus)
  QID: Q12334006
  Extract: A coach is a type of bus built for longer distance service, in contrast to transit buses that are typically used for shorter journeys within a single metropolitan region. Often used for touring, intercity, and international bus service, coaches are also used for private charter for various purposes.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence supported by detailed O*NET data, comprehensive wage statistics from BLS OEWS May 2025, and clear industry employment patterns showing government and transportation sector concentration.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T03:02:48.031629+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,520
tokens_output        : 4,269
cost_usd             : $0.045944
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though 'Bus driver' entry provides relevant context about the profession's general responsibilities and working conditions across different transportation sectors.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Transit and intercity bus drivers operate buses and motor coaches on regular routes, charters, and private carriage services, ensuring safe transportation of passengers while maintaining schedules and providing customer service. They combine skilled vehicle operation with passenger interaction, handling everything from route navigation to emergency situations. This essential transportation role requires careful attention to safety protocols, traffic regulations, and passenger needs.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day begins with pre-trip inspections, checking gas, oil, and water levels to ensure vehicle safety and compliance. Drivers navigate planned routes using maps, announce stops clearly to passengers, and assist elderly or disabled individuals with boarding and seating. Throughout the shift, they collect fares or tickets, regulate heating and ventilation for passenger comfort, and handle any emergencies or disruptions that arise. The day includes maintaining vehicle cleanliness, communicating with supervisors about route conditions or delays, and ensuring passengers follow safety guidelines while remaining seated and orderly.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful bus drivers demonstrate strong dependability and cautiousness, as safety is paramount when transporting multiple passengers. They possess excellent spatial awareness and depth perception for navigating traffic and parking at loading areas, combined with quick reaction times and multilimb coordination for vehicle control. Individuals who excel have strong service orientation and social perceptiveness to interact positively with diverse passengers while maintaining authority when needed. The role suits those comfortable with routine yet dynamic work environments, requiring both technical vehicle operation skills and interpersonal communication abilities.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires a high school diploma or equivalent (83.8% of workers), with most positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement. New drivers typically complete employer-provided training programs covering safety procedures, route familiarization, and customer service protocols. Some positions may require additional certifications for defensive driving or first aid, though extensive prior experience is not typically required for entry-level positions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced bus drivers can advance to senior driver positions, training roles, or supervisory positions overseeing other drivers and route operations. Some transition to related transportation careers such as truck driving, school bus operation, or specialized passenger transport services. Career progression may also lead to dispatcher roles, route planning positions, or maintenance supervision within transit agencies.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Bus drivers earn a median annual wage of $59,050 (BLS OEWS May 2025), with wages ranging from $40,030 to $84,700 across experience levels and geographic locations. Employment of 159,240 workers is concentrated heavily in government sectors (95,340 employed) and transportation/warehousing industries (59,520 employed). Geographic wage variations are significant, with New York offering the highest wages at $84,480 compared to Puerto Rico's $32,230, reflecting a 2.62x ratio difference. The profession shows stable demand driven by consistent public transportation needs in urban areas and intercity travel requirements.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Bus drivers face moderate automation risk as autonomous vehicle technology advances, though full automation remains years away due to complex urban driving conditions and passenger interaction requirements. The role's emphasis on customer service, emergency response, and real-time decision-making in unpredictable situations provides some protection against near-term displacement. However, driver-assistance technologies and route optimization systems are already changing the profession's technical requirements.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Bus Drivers, School (53-3051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share core vehicle operation, passenger safety, and route management responsibilities with similar CDL requirements.
    data: Operating Vehicles (imp:4.7)
    data: Customer service knowledge (imp:4.3)
    data: Job Zone 2
  [skill_overlap] Taxi Drivers (53-3054.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require similar vehicle operation skills, customer interaction, and navigation abilities within transportation services.
    data: Service Orientation (imp:3.1)
    data: Operation and Control (imp:3.9)
    data: Transportation knowledge (imp:4.5)
  [riasec_cluster] Subway and Streetcar Operators (53-4041.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both exhibit Realistic-Conventional profiles with public transportation focus and similar safety-critical operation requirements.
    data: R:5.95, C:4.70
    data: Public Safety knowledge (imp:4.0)
    data: Control Precision (imp:3.9)
  [transferable_skill] Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers (53-3032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require advanced vehicle operation skills, CDL licensing, and similar spatial coordination abilities for large vehicle control.
    data: Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.8)
    data: Far Vision (imp:4.1)
    data: Control Precision (imp:3.9)
  [career_pathway] Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs (53-3053.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar passenger service roles with potential for lateral movement based on shared customer service and vehicle operation skills.
    data: Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.3)
    data: Service Orientation (imp:3.1)
    data: Job Zone 2
  [knowledge_overlap] Passenger Attendants (53-6061.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both emphasize customer service in transportation settings and require public safety awareness for passenger well-being.
    data: Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.3, lvl:5.5)
    data: Public Safety knowledge (imp:4.0)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['bus driver', 'transit operator', 'motor coach driver', 'city bus operator', 'charter bus driver', 'intercity driver', 'public transit driver', 'passenger transport']
  exclude_keywords : ['school bus', 'freight', 'delivery', 'cargo', 'postal']
  title_patterns   : ['*bus driver*', '*bus operator*', '*coach driver*', '*transit driver*', '*charter driver*']
  common_variations: ['bus operator', 'coach operator', 'transit driver', 'city bus driver', 'charter driver', 'motor coach operator', 'public transport driver', 'passenger bus driver']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'bus', 'equipment', 'passengers', 'principles', 'service', 'includes', 'control', 'vehicles', 'passenger', 'objects', 'transportation', 'services', 'materials', 'ideas', 'problems', 'needs', 'procedures', 'techniques']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01575  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01500  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:5%
bus                        24  0.00900  wikipedia            wikipedia:54%  inference:29%  onet_tasks:17%
equipment                  23  0.00862  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
passengers                 16  0.00600  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  inference:31%  dwas:25%
principles                 16  0.00600  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
service                    14  0.00525  wikipedia            wikipedia:57%  inference:29%  onet_dimensions:14%
includes                   13  0.00487  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
control                    13  0.00487  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
vehicles                   12  0.00450  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:33%  dwas:33%
passenger                  12  0.00450  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:17%  dwas:17%
objects                    12  0.00450  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
transportation             11  0.00412  inference            inference:55%  dwas:27%  onet_dimensions:9%
services                   11  0.00412  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  wikipedia:27%  inference:18%
materials                  11  0.00412  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00412  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   10  0.00375  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  dwas:10%
needs                      10  0.00375  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
procedures                 10  0.00375  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00375  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
vehicle                    10  0.00375  inference            inference:60%  dwas:30%  onet_dimensions:10%
body                       10  0.00375  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00375  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
providing                   9  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:11%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  9  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
quickly                     9  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
customers                   9  0.00337  dwas                 dwas:67%  onet_dimensions:33%
maintaining                 9  0.00337  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
intercity                   9  0.00337  wikipedia            wikipedia:78%  inference:22%
monitoring                  8  0.00300  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00300  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00300  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
safety                      8  0.00300  inference            inference:62%  dwas:25%  onet_dimensions:12%
needed                      8  0.00300  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00300  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00300  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00300  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 8  0.00300  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%