mechanical components of vehicles
The mechanical components used in vehicles, their maintenance needs, potential malfunctions and resolution actions.
Bus drivers operate buses or coaches, take fares, and look after passengers.
Competences and skills
36 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencespassenger transport regulations
The applicable conventions and regulations governing the provision of passenger transport services.
Cross-sector
3 competenceshealth and safety measures in transportation
The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to health and safety measures intended to prevent accidents or incidents in transportation.
road traffic laws
The rule governing the circulation of vehicles, such as national traffic codes and the rules of the road.
transport topography
Knowledge of the local transport topography, including roads, traffic hotspots, and alternative routes to reach a destination.
Essential skills and competences 28 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
14 competencesadhere to transportation work schedule
Adhere to assigned work schedule as prepared by the transportation company.
assist disable passengers
Use appropriate safety procedures to operate lifts and secure wheelchairs and other assistive devices while assisting physically disabled travellers.
assist passengers
Provide help to people getting in and out of their car or any other transportation vehicle, by opening doors, provide physical support or hold belongings. Keep safety measures and procedures in mind.
- Scope note
- This skill applies to any kind of assistance that may be provided to passengers including but not limited to opening doors of the transportation vehicle or assist with belongings.
clean road vehicles
Clean and maintain vans, buses and any other road vehicles to ensure safe operating conditions.
communicate clearly with passengers
Speak clearly in addressing travellers; communicate information related to their itinerary. Make announcements to passengers upon approaching the prescribed destination.
control the performance of the vehicle
Understand and anticipate the performance and behaviour of a vehicle. Comprehend concepts such as lateral stability, acceleration, and braking distance.
drive in urban areas
Drive vehicles in urban areas. Interpret and understand transit signs in a city, the regulation of traffic, and the related common automobility agreements in an urban area.
ensure vehicle operability
Keep the vehicle clean and in roadworthy condition. Ensure regular maintenance of the vehicle and provide valid official documents such as licenses and permits where appropriate.
ensure vehicles are equipped with accessibility equipment
Ensure that the vehicle is equipped with accessibility equipment such as passenger lift, seat belts, restraining harnesses, and wheelchair clamps or webbing straps.
focus on passengers
Transport passengers to their destination in a safe and timely fashion. Provide appropriate customer service; inform passengers in the event of unexpected situations or other incidents.
help to control passenger behaviour during emergency situations
Know how to use life-saving equipment in emergency situations. Provide assistance if leakages, collisions or fires should occur, and support the evacuation of passengers. Know crisis and crowd management, and administer first aid on board.
organise vehicle breakdown support
Take all the measures necessary to provide technical support and assistance in case of vehicle breakdown.
perform defensive driving
Drive defensively to maximise road safety and save time, money, and lives; anticipate the actions of other road users.
provide information to passengers
Provide passengers with correct information in a polite and efficient manner; use proper etiquette to assist physically challenged travellers.
Cross-sector
14 competencesapply conflict management
Take ownership of the handling of all complaints and disputes showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution. Be fully aware of all Social Responsibility protocols and procedures, and be able to deal with a problematic gambling situation in a professional manner with maturity and empathy.
communicate with customers
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
interpret traffic signals
Observe lights on the road, road conditions, nearby traffic, and prescribed speed limits to ensure safety. Interpret traffic signals and act accordingly.
keep time accurately
Measure the passage of time, often with the assistance of a clock or stopwatch.
lift heavy weights
Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.
manoeuvre bus
Drive a bus in reverse and make turns.
operate GPS systems
Use GPS Systems.
digital
perform services in a flexible manner
Adapt service approach when circumstances change.
provide first aid
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
read maps
Read maps effectively.
stay alert
Stay focused and alert at all times; react quickly in the case of unexpected events. Concentrate and do not get distracted performing a task over a long period of time.
tolerate sitting for long periods
Have the patience to remain seated for long periods of time; maintain an appropriate and ergonomic posture while sitting.
use communication devices
Operate communication devices in order to interact with customers, colleagues, and others.
digital
use different communication channels
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
Optional skills and competences 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencepromote the use of sustainable transport
Promote the use of sustainable transport to reduce the carbon footprint and noise and increase safety and efficiency of transport systems. Determine performance regarding the use of sustainable transport, set objectives for promoting the use of sustainable transport and propose environmentally friendly alternatives of transport.
green
Cross-sector
2 competencesexecute vehicle maintenance
Execute vehicle maintenance based on supplier or manufacturer instructions. This might include cleaning vehicle engine, cleaning vehicle interior and exterior, maintaining mileage and fuel records, performing non-mechanical maintenance tasks. Service small engines including hydraulic equipment. Check the oil and fluid levels on all equipment. Check vehicles and equipment to insure that they are in smooth and safe working order.
handle petty cash
Handle petty cash for minor expenses and transactions required for the daily running of a business.