Taxi Driver Jobs in Palo Alto, 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 (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 22 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, 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...

Driver Class A

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Company Summary Pacific Supply is a distributor of building products with over 40 locations throughout the Western United States and has been serving the needs of the construction industry and the...

Parts Driver

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago

About Us Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, TEC has 30+ locations from Seattle to San Diego to the Midwest, serving thousands of customers across Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona,...

Activity Assistant Driver

  • Sunnyvale, CA (8 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (8 miles from Palo Alto, 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 (14 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hillsborough, CA (14 miles from Palo Alto, 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...

Local Class C Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 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...

Driver Manager

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Driver Manager TCI Transportation - 3.5 Oakland, CA Job Details From $75,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Cell phone reimbursement Vision insurance...

Driver - Class A

  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 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...

Class C City Driver Full-Time Combined Dock/PandD

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 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...

Local Driver - TForce Freight

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 9 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 (14 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Half Moon Bay, CA (14 miles from Palo Alto, 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 (13 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (13 miles from Palo Alto, 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,...

THS Part Time Driver

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: Job Description: The work of a CDL Short Haul Driver for Postal Operations includes but is not limited to driving company trucks in short-haul routes between in-state company...

Driver

  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, 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...

Demographic Data for Palo Alto, CA

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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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