How much does an ambulance driver make?

They check the ambulance, help lift and secure patients on a stretcher, then drive them to a hospital or appointment. After the trip, they report key facts, clean the vehicle, and restock supplies.

Did you know? In the U.S., some ambulance-driver jobs have no flashing lights or sirens: they also take people to appointments or home after treatment.

In the U.S., most entrants have a high-school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license. State and employer rules vary; some jobs require emergency-vehicle driving, first-aid or CPR training, and some states require extra certification or a test.

School needed: High school plus some training

Good for people who like building and doing and helping and teaching

Why does pay differ?

In the U.S., pay can differ with experience, useful training or certificates, the type of employer, and location. Night or weekend shifts and extra hours may matter too, since some employers add shift or overtime pay.