Do you want to become a bus driver or a ticket inspector?
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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
- Our bus operators are Nobina AS, Connect Bus AS, Vy Buss AS and Unibuss AS
- Boat operated by Boreal and Norled AS
- Minibus services such as school transport and TT transport (adapted transport) are operated by Minibuss 24/7 and Oslo minibuss.
- The ticket inspectors for Ruter are employed by Avarn Security AS and Zone Security.
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!
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.
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Everything you want to know about the bus driving profession
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.
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.
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.
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.