Bus Driver (Trainee)
バスうんてんしゅ（ようせいせい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
After obtaining a large class 2 license, trainees learn driving techniques and customer service for route buses and charter buses, aiming to become professionals in safe operations.
Description
Bus Driver (Trainee) participates in company training programs after obtaining a large class 2 license, learning under the guidance of senior drivers: driving techniques for route and charter buses, vehicle inspections and maintenance, passenger handling, and safe operation management. Training includes classroom sessions (traffic laws, customer service, first aid) and practical exercises (signaling, bus stop parking, emergency response simulations, operation record management) until they can operate independently as full-fledged bus drivers. Requires concentration and situational judgment for managing stable operation schedules, long-hour driving, and operations on narrow roads.
Future Outlook
Driver shortages are intensifying due to declining birthrates and aging population; while initiatives for new training and improved compensation are advancing, stable job demand is expected from maintaining public transportation and tourism needs.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / High Safety Awareness / Kind / Punctual / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Night Shift / Shift Work / Temporary Employment Available
Career Path
Trainee (Training Student) → Crew (Apprentice) → Route Bus Driver → Charter Bus Driver → Instructor/Trainer → Operations Manager → Branch Manager
Required Skills
Large Vehicle Class 2 License / Passenger Boarding/Alighting Guidance / Traffic Regulations Knowledge / Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance
Recommended Skills
Basic Foreign Languages (English, Chinese) / First Aid Knowledge / Geography and Route Planning Ability / Operations Management System Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to pay attention to every detail for safe operations. |
| Communication Skills | Important for interactions with passengers and emergency communications. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continuously learn traffic laws and vehicle knowledge. |
| Stress Tolerance | High tolerance required for traffic jams, complaint handling, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, with little opportunity for creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Does not require advanced numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Basic Life Support Training
- Large Vehicle Class 2 Driver's License
- Operations Manager Qualification
Aliases
- Bus Driver
- Bus Driver Trainee
- Bus Driving Trainee
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