Job Satisfaction of Bus Drivers in Salem District, Tamilnadu

Abstract

This study shows the lifestyle of bus drivers on their service. Nowadays we are facing problems while moving one place to another place. For this we need to plan where we want to move, through which mode to use to travel, like this we need to consider so many factors. So the transportation plays a major role for the smooth journey. In this regard the bus drivers play an important role to take the people from one place to another safely. We travelled a lot but we don't know the problems faced by the drivers and expectations of the drivers in their services. In this situation they need the support from various sources like passengers, bus owners, government, and general public etc. The factors determine the job satisfaction, working time, travelling time (task), bus maintenance, incentives, owners support, stress and relationship with passengers are dealt. The research design used for the study was descriptive research design. In this study simple random sampling techniques was employed in selecting the samples. The drivers (samples) were selected randomly and interviewed. The sample size is 75 and data collected from the respondents were converted into readable form to the process of classification and arrangements. The data was tabulated and analyzed for logical statement using statistical method like simple percentage analysis and Chi – square. The analysis says that the drivers’ satisfaction level and their expectations for better performance.