Taxi Driver Jobs in Columbia, AL

A Taxi Driver plays a crucial role in the transportation industry by providing convenient, safe, and efficient transport services to passengers. Their responsibilities include picking up and delivering customers to their desired destinations, helping passengers load and unload their luggage, maintaining the vehicle clean and in good working condition, and adhering to traffic rules and regulations. They often serve as the first point of contact for tourists and visitors, providing critical information about the city, its landmarks, and directions.

Essential skills for a Taxi Driver include good driving skills, customer service skills, knowledge of local geography, and the ability to work long hours. They should have a valid driver's license, pass a background check, and often, taxi drivers need to obtain a special taxi or chauffeur's license to operate. Before becoming a Taxi Driver, a person might have roles such as a delivery driver, school bus driver, or courier, which can provide them with valuable experience in navigation, time management, and customer service.

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Driver

  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 3 days ago

KAG Food Products is currently hiring Company Truck Drivers in your area! Join KAG today to take advantage of great pay, competitive benefits packages, supportive terminal managers and great...

Company Driver

  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 3 days ago

KAG Food Products is currently hiring Company Truck Drivers in your area! Join KAG today to take advantage of great pay, competitive benefits packages, supportive terminal managers and great...

Driver

  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Join the Rex Transportation Team Are you looking for a long-term career in the lumber manufacturing and transportation industry? Rex Transportation is committed to providing an outstanding...

Dedicated Local Driver - GPA

  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 17 days ago

Safely meeting our customers' expectations is what separates us from our competition. If you are looking for a career with excellent pay and benefits that gives you predictable and consistent...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 20 days ago

With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies...

Dedicated Local Driver -NAA-ESS

  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dothan, AL (19 miles from Columbia, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

AAA Cooper Transportation, founded in 1955, is an asset based multi-regional trucking company providing less-than-truckload, truck load, dedicated contract carriage, brokerage and international...

Demographic Data for Columbia, AL

Moving to Columbia, AL? Find some basic demographic data about Columbia, AL below.


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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
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Taxi App in React Native
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Indiana Driver Safety
The Indiana Driver Safety Program, or DSP as it is commonly referred to, is a BMV approved course that allows any Indiana driver to take the course and get a 4 point credit applied to their...

Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Columbia, AL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Taxi Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Taxi Drivers in Columbia, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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