1. Explain what measures will you ensure to keep children safe?

Make sure that the kids are behaving in a safe manner on my bus and always be aware of my surroundings and the conditions.

2. Tell me what type of license you have for that and is that up-to date?

There are different licenses for two wheeler and four wheeler, just say them what types of licenses you have and make sure that they are up-to date before you appear for the interview.

3. Explain what type of vehicles can you drive?

There are various kind of vehicles available in the market, generally the jobs which hires drivers either give them to ride a two

4. Tell me how do you plan to adapt to many different bus routes?

As an experienced driver, finding new places has come easy, in this position, I am already familiar with our County, so as I study further I know this will come easy as well.

5. Tell me in the event of a serious accident, what procedure would you follow?

I would call 911, radio my supervisor and check for serious injury and administer first aid where needed.

6. Suppose you get an angry customer, how would you deal with him?

Don?t tell that you yourself will start fighting with the customer. Tell them that you will gently understand the passenger?s problem and find where the things went wrong and then find a possible good solution to the problem.

7. Tell me for how many years you have been driving?

This is a fixed question, you don?t need any diplomatic answer for it. Just say the numbers of years of your driving experience.

8. Explain me what do you know about our firm?

This will require some homework to be done from your side before coming for the interview. You should know what the company really does and what role you have got to play in that company.

9. Tell me would you mind working in a night?

Buses ride most of the time. If you apply for this employment, you should count with an option to drive in a night. As a good applicant for a job, you should definitely mention that you are aware of the night shift working patterns and would not mind working at night.

10. Explain how well do you know about the town?

This is a very important question, your employer wants you to know the town as best as possible because it will help you to complete the tasks on time. Do answer properly for this question and don?t try to give fake answers, there will be some cross questions as well on your answers.

11. Tell me do you have any driver certifications?

No. I do not have any certification as a bus driver. I am confident that I will get the verification after the school bus training.

12. Tell me have you ever missed attending your job?

Say them that you have missed your work rarely due to some health problems. In-case if you had missed it for a long period in your past, don?t even dare to mention it here.

13. Tell me how well do you control your temper?

I have extensive industrial relations training plus managerial experience. I am very used to dealing with different situations in a safe and calm manner.

14. Tell me do you have a driving license for a bus? How long?

The answer is obvious. You can not apply for this job without a license. On the other hand, it's okay if your license is fresh. Everyone needs to start his career one day.

15. Tell me what was the maximum speed of your vehicle which you reached ever and why?

Don't give examples that once you were caught breaking the traffic rules and to save yourself from paying the fine you were driving on high speed. Say them that there was a patient in your vehicle who required to be immediately hospitalized and you were driving on a very high speed just to save his life, this will create your image as a responsible driver in front of the employers.

16. Tell me are you willing to work as a substitute driver in all areas of the district?

Definitely.That way I can have a better knowledge of my community.

17. Tell me what types of defensive driving techniques do you use?

Always checking the situation that is changing from moment to moment.

18. Tell me what would your last employer say about your reliability?

He would say I am a very dependable and trustworthy person.

19. Tell me why do you want to be a school bus driver?

To help kids get to school to get an education to become productive members of society.

20. Tell me why did you choose driver as your profession?

Keep things simple, just say them that you are a good driver and you are passionate about this job.

21. Explain about your driver training?

Arrived at the bus depot at 6:00am be on time will not be a problem.

22. Explain me about your experience operating a large vehicle?

While I was employed in the Military I drove various Military vehicles.

23. How do you make sure scheduled stops are on time?

Yes because the times are written so everyone has enough time to get there on time.

24. Tell me do you have a vehicle of your own?

Simply say the truth, this is a general question and it won?t affect your job interview.

25. Will you do night shifts in case if we have an urgent client?

Tell the truth. If you can work extra then say yes else simply say no.

26. Tell me how do you handle conflict?

Yes. I worked in customer service for a long time. When I worked in casinos I would have disagreements with players on the outcome of a game. I would usually listen to their side of the story. Then I would see if there was a chance I could have been mistaken, which would usually mean calling our surveillance team to review the hand. If it was determined that the player was mistaken, I would talk to them and explain to them the reason we came to that decision. If they were still upset I would try to diffuse them by offering them something within my power to offer them, like something to eat or tickets to our drawing or something like that. I realize that sometimes it doesn't matter if you're right, you still need to give a little.

27. Explain me if an older student kicks a younger student out of a seat, how would you handle this situation?

I would tell the older student that is not acceptable behavior and ask that student to move closer to me.

28. How long are you driving a bus?

While answering this question, you should focus on your positive experience. Do not hesitate to mention that you have never had an accident and that the passengers were always satisfied with the way you drive. If it is your first experience, you should be honest. On the other hand, it's a good idea to say that the driving school inspector was happy with you and that you believe you can drive a bus very well, despite that lack of practical experience.

29. Suppose a person you do not know comes to your bus to pick up a kindergarten student. The student does not seem to know them. What would you do?

I would not let that child go with them, ask for that person's name and contact my supervisor and await instruction.

30. Suppose a student changes seats several times. You have asked him to sit still without success. What would be your response?

I would ask him to come to the front of the bus and sit behind me. If he still does not listen, I will inform him that he's getting a write up.

31. Suppose if I were to ask your previous employer, about how many days you missed, what would he or she say?

Not many. I hardly ever called in sick. Actually, I don't remember the last situation where I called in sick.

33. Suppose if a kid continues to throw a paper airplane at you while in route to school, how would you handle the situation?

I would pull over to the side of the road and instruct the kid to stop and if he did not I would report it to the school and my supervisor.

34. Tell me is there anything you would like to add about yourself that you feel we should know when considering you for this position?

I can do the job n perform like a rock star. I am the best person for the job no need to hold out for someone better. I am flexible n reliable n I can be trusted. To fit in these position. I am confident. In my skills n qualities am not a 100 % experience, but am willing to take a training that will get the job done. Thank u.

35. Suppose if a customer was angry at you because you took a wrong turn, how would you manage the situation?

Tell them that such incidents will not happen if you are on the driver?s seat, but in-case if it happen then there will be a possible reason of road being block or a new short-cut you found to drop the passenger on his place before time.
Take the responsibility to get the customer satisfied on your decision by giving some reasonable answers.