Taxi Driver Jobs in Alaska

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, Non-CDL

  • MV Transportation
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago

If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our data handling practices and your data rights. Responsibilities: Join Our Team as a...

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Driver / Operator - Fluids Hauler (Rotational Schedule) - Prudhoe, AK

  • WorleyParsons Ltd
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 5 days ago

This is a remote/ rotational position, working in Prudhoe Bay, AK. The typical schedule is 84 hours per week (40 hours straight time and a minimum of 44 hours at time and a half). All meals and...

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Local Driver

  • The Lynden Family of Companies
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 8 days ago
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 8 days ago

Alaska West Express provides truckload transportation throughout the United States and Canada, specializing in shipments to and from Alaska where we are a leader in transporting liquid- and...

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Driver/Ramp Refueler - Galena

  • Crowley Maritime Corporation
  • Galena, AK
  • 10 days ago
  • Galena, AK
  • 10 days ago

Overview Who We Are: As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to...

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Fuel Driver

  • Saltchuk
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 11 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 11 days ago

Summary About UsInlet Petroleum Company was founded in 1986, originally as a Chevron distributor. Today, it is the only Chevron 1st Source Elite marketer in the state. In 2005, Inlet Petroleum...

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Hostler Driver

  • Matson Inc
  • Kodiak, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Kodiak, AK
  • 12 days ago

Description Position at Matson Navigation Company of Alaska, LLC About Us Matson has been the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882. We are the supply...

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Roll Off Driver

  • Bering Straits Native Corporation
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago

About Central Recycling Services The founders of Central Recycling Services (CRS) have been involved in all aspects of Construction and Demolition ( C&D ), waste recycling and management for over...

Remote

Propane Driver/Technician

  • Crowley Maritime Corporation
  • Glennallen, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Glennallen, AK
  • 12 days ago

Other: Must possess a class A or class B CDL with the following endorsements: (a) X -Tank/Hazardous Materials, (b) Doubles or Triples, and meet the current driver qualifications as defined in the Federal...

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Local Driver

  • Crowley Maritime Corporation
  • Glennallen, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Glennallen, AK
  • 12 days ago

Other: Must possess a valid Class A or B CDL with Tanker, Hazardous Materials and Air Brake endorsements or can obtain the endorsements....

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Bakery Driver Alaska

  • Circle K Stores, Inc.
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 13 days ago

As a Holiday/CK Store Team Member, You Will Enjoy: Weekly Pay (Starting at $19/Hr.) $250 Referral Bonus Full-Time or Part-Time Large, Stable Employer Fast Career Opportunities Work With Fun,...

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Vending Driver (Non-CDL) - Aurora Vending - Coca-Cola Bottling of Alaska

  • The Odom Corporation
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 13 days ago

$19.00 - $23.00 hourly, depending on experience • $500 bonus following 60 days of employment • $500 employment bonus after 6 months and $500 employment bonus after 12 months of employment •...

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Driver - Non-CDL

  • Colemanwm
  • Juneau, AK
  • 16 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 16 days ago

Coleman Worldwide Moving has immediate openings for non-CDL driving positions in your area. We are a full-service moving company and this position involves loading, transporting, and unloading...

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Driver Non CDL Home Daily Solo Class C

  • Ryder System Inc.
  • Homer, AK
  • 17 days ago
  • Homer, AK
  • 17 days ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Class C Non-CDL Truck Driver in Sarepta, LA - offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a driving career you can feel good about. See and Hear from a...

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Driver

  • Naniq Global Logistics
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 19 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 19 days ago

Job Summary:Naniq Truck Drivers are the face of our company. You will deliver freight to customers on a scheduled delivery route in a safe and efficient manner. Professionalism and accuracy is...

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Driver

  • Catholic Community Service
  • Sitka, AK
  • 28 days ago
  • Sitka, AK
  • 28 days ago

Driver The Swan Lake Senior Center is seeking a caring individual to provide transportation to our community seniors and individuals with disabilities. Position requires safe and legal driving of...

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Demographic Data for Alaska

Moving to Alaska? Find some basic demographic data about Alaska below.


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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Alaska

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 Alaska offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
19.2%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%


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