Taxi Driver Jobs in Los Altos, CA

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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CDL Class C Driver with Hazmat Endorsement

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

We are seeking a Commercial Delivery Truck Driver to join our team! You will be responsible for safely operating a truck with a capacity of 15,000-20,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW, Isuzu...

Driver

  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Driver Department:Activities Location:Palo Alto, CA Position: Driver Shifts, Time, and Days: Full-time Pay Range: $23-$24 DOE Ivy Park at Palo Alto is a premier senior living community situated on...

Activity Assistant Driver

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Activity Assistant Driver Belmont Village Sunnyvale ATTACH RESUME(required) By checking this box, you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions, Cookies and Privacy policies. You also consent to...

CDL A OTR Company Driver

  • Hillsborough, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hillsborough, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

OTR - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus - 100% No-Touch Freight Pay & Benefits: Start at $85,000 - $110,000 per year $5,000 sign-on bonus Home weekly for 1 to 2 days 100% no-touch freight Additional pickups...

Driver - Class A

  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 7 days ago

The Class A Delivery Driver works collaboratively as part of the Cartage team and has a direct impact on the overall success of Watchpoint. They are responsible for the safe operation of company...

Local Driver - TForce Freight

  • San Leandro, CA (24 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (24 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 8 days ago

TForce Freight is a less-than-truckload (LTL) freight carrier in North America, operating as a subsidiary of TFI International....

Driver

  • Half Moon Bay, CA (16 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Half Moon Bay, CA (16 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Overview 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 HIRING...

Non-CDL Bobtail Driver

  • Hayward, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (18 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Who We Are Originally founded in Silicon Valley in 1952, we’ve been a private, family owned and operated business since 1969. We are humbled by the long-term relationships with our customers,...

Driver

  • San Leandro, CA (24 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (24 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Driver Transportation $ 23 - $ 24 / Hour location_on San Leandro, California work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link s to: Warehouse Supervisor or...

Driver

  • Hayward, CA (21 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (21 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 14 days ago

FONCTIONS ESSENTIELLES : Exploiter un ensemble tracteur-remorque, y compris des camions doubles (et triples, le cas echeant) et/ou des camions droits Effectuer des inspections quotidiennes avant le...

Commercial Sanitation Driver (Class A/B/C)

  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 14 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Service Driver with a Class A/B or Commercial C & Tanker endorsement license to join our team! The driver will be responsible for safely operating a company truck to...

Driver Apprentice-City

  • Hayward, CA (21 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (21 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 15 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW: Through education and driving skills development, become proficient in the operation of a tractor trailer combination. Responsibilities include non-driving duties such as...

Driver

  • San Mateo, CA (17 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (17 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Driver Atria Park - Park of San Mateo - 3.0 San Mateo, CA Job Details Full-time $21.00 - $24.15 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement...

Local Driver

  • Union City, CA (17 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Union City, CA (17 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Centerline is your one access point to limitless truck driving opportunities. Our job is to connect you with safe, rewarding work at top companies while maintaining your flexibility and work/life...

Autonomous Driver Data Collector

  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Autonomous Driver Data Collector (mountain view) Trucking People image 1 of 1 compensation: 28.00 Per Hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Autonomous Driver Data Collector...

Demographic Data for Los Altos, CA

Moving to Los Altos, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Los Altos, CA 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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Food Safety for Drivers
To be a safe and responsible food delivery driver boils its important to understand how to follow the rules of temperature control, avoid cross-contamination, and practice good personal hygiene....

Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Los Altos, CA

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 Los Altos, CA 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
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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