Bus Drivers, School

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 5 (29%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 1 (6%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 11 (65%)

• Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.AI can speed this up on its own
• Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of students or trips, hours worked, mileage, or fuel consumption.AI can speed this up on its own
• Record bus routes.AI can speed this up on its own
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
• Report delinquent student behaviors to school administration.AI can speed this up on its own
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.Little or no AI speed-up
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.Little or no AI speed-up
• Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.Little or no AI speed-up
• Escort small children across roads and highways.Little or no AI speed-up
• Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops.Little or no AI speed-up
• Keep bus interiors clean for students.Little or no AI speed-up
• Maintain order among students during trips to ensure safety.Little or no AI speed-up
• Make minor repairs to vehicles.Little or no AI speed-up
• Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.Little or no AI speed-up
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for student comfort.Little or no AI speed-up
• Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.Little or no AI speed-up