# Do you want to become a bus driver or a ticket inspector?

> Are you looking for a meaningful job where you help make Oslo and Akershus run smoothly every single day? Then a job in public transport might be something for you.

## Find a secure job with purpose

Apply for a job as a driver, inspector, cleaner, mechanic or other positions with our operators!

At Ruter we work with administrative tasks; we don’t operate the means of transport ourselves – that’s done by our great operators and partners, and they are also the ones who advertise the positions on their own websites.

- The metro and tram are operated by [Sporveien](https://www.sporveien.no/vare-tjenester/t-banen/)
- Our bus operators are [Nobina AS](http://www.nobina.com/no/Norge/), [Connect Bus AS](https://www.connectbus.no/), [Vy Buss AS](http://www.vybuss.no/) and [Unibuss AS](http://unibuss.no/)
- Boat operated by [Boreal](http://www.boreal.no/) and [Norled AS](http://www.norled.no/)
- Minibus services such as school transport and TT transport (adapted transport) are operated by [Minibuss 24/7](https://www.mb24.no/) and [Oslo minibuss](https://oslominibuss.no/).
- The ticket inspectors for Ruter are employed by [Avarn Security AS](https://jobs.avarnsecurity.com/job/Oslo-Bli-billettkontroll%C3%B8r-i-oppdrag-for-Ruter-0582/1281399401/) and [Zone Security](https://zonesecurity.no/jobbe/vi-trenger-alltid-flere-vektere-med-pa-laget/).

On this page, you can learn more about the benefits of choosing a career in public transport.

> I have worked as a bus driver since May 2022.
What makes me enjoy my job is kind colleagues and a good working environment, and the passengers!
>
> — Zaman Ali Mohamadi

## A varied and independent profession

As a professional driver in public transport, you play an important role in the everyday lives of thousands of people.

**Being a professional driver in public transport is about much more than just driving.**

The workdays are varied, where you meet many different people and get to experience Oslo from a unique perspective. You’ll master driving heavy vehicles, make quick decisions, and help people who need it.

You work independently, yet at the same time you are part of a large community working toward the same goal: providing the residents of Oslo and Akershus with good public transport.

## Are you curious about the everyday life of a bus driver?

We had researchers test it: what is it like to drive one of Oslo’s most demanding bus routes?

> I got my bus driver’s license as an adult. It has given me an exciting and secure workday.
What I enjoy most of all is the people I meet. In addition, I like the challenges that come with being out on the road, the varied working hours, and the strong sense of camaraderie among my colleagues.
>
> — Trine Ergan, bus driver at Vy Buss

## This is what characterizes the job of a bus driver

- **Varied workday**– No day is the same. You experience the city in every season and at different times of the day
- **Independent work**– You are responsible for your own bus and route
- **Social**– You meet many different people and can have a pleasant chat with the passengers
- **Meaningful **– You contribute to green mobility and reduce car traffic in the city

> I chose to become an apprentice because I like large vehicles, driving and being on the road, and being part of everyday life for so many people. I really enjoy my job because it gives me a sense of achievement, responsibility, and the feeling that I’m doing something important for society.
>
> — Bartosz Bernad, 26 years old. Nobina

> I started driving a bus at the beginning of 2025, and became an instructor shortly after. I enjoy my job because I have varied workdays, pleasant colleagues, and I get to pass on skills such as safe driving and customer service. I get to combine professional pride with the opportunity to shape the drivers of the future.
>
> — Hediye Kayabasi, head instructor in Follo

## Everyday life as a ticket inspector

As a ticket inspector, you are Ruter’s public face. You work to ensure that everyone has a valid ticket, and you help Ruter provide public transport for all.  
The job is about much more than just checking tickets – you are an important part of customer service. This is what characterizes the job:

- **A short path to getting started in the job**– There are no formal education requirements. You’ll get the training you need to do the job.
- **Nothing but office work**– You’re out in the field, on buses, trams, the subway and boats.
- **Teamwork**– You always work together with others
- **Developing **– You learn to handle different situations and people.

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Ready for a new challenge? Become a driver or ticket inspector!

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Last updated: 2026-10-15
Source: https://ruter.no/en/about-ruter/work-at-ruter/bus-driver-or-ticket-inspector