Most important of all is your driving skills. You must also be knowledgeable about traffic rules. Should have a professional demeanour, you should be patient and diplomatic. Should have good basic math skills and an assertive personality that doesn't go to arrogance. You will benefit from a good knowledge of the geographical areas you cover. You need to have a good understanding of health and safety issues. You should also be able to collect passenger fares, and should be willing to help passengers who need assistance getting in or out of bus.