Taxi Driver Jobs in Riverside, 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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Heavy Haul Equipment driver

  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Operate Lowbed trailer safely and efficiently on public highways representing the company in a professional manner. Strong desire to keep Truck and Trailer safe, well...

Driver

  • Chino Hills, CA (20 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chino Hills, CA (20 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Position: Driver Shifts, Time, and Days: Monday-Friday (various days) Pay Range: $17.50-18.50 (Based on Experience) Oakmont of Chino Hills is a premier senior living community situated on a...

Local Class A Roll Off Driver

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 22 hours 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...

NEMT Driver (Moreno Valley)

  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA (11 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Gentle Care Medical Transportation is a well established, home based organization providing door to door non emergency medical transportation. We have been providing excellent service with dignity...

$28/HR Local Class A Roll Off Driver

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Local Class C Driver

  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview Legacy Supply Chain is hiring Local Class C Delivery Drivers to support our Fontana, CA operations. As a Local Class C Delivery Driver, you will be responsible for safely loading,...

Class B/S: Street Sweeper Driver

  • Perris, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Perris, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location: Perris, CA - Perris, CA Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Shift: Day Job Category: CDL Drivers Description CR&R Incorporated is one of Southern...

CLASS A OR B Driver Needed Drive 2016 Freightliner Box Truck

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Schedule: Monday Friday Pay: $20 per hour (paid bi-weekly) Hours vary Time starts at pick-up, ends after final delivery Must have a valid commercial license (CDL) Clean driving record required...

Driver Class A

  • Colton, CA (6 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Colton, CA (6 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Clean Harbors in Colton, Ca is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum...

Driver for CA to OK and TX, FL

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago

TMA Interstate is opening up shop in Texas. This position requires the ability to do both Flatbed and dry van trailers. We will be opening a small warehouse near Ft Worth and plan to start hauling...

Parts Driver

  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, 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,...

Driver PACE -Temporary (Riverside)

  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 4 days ago

About us Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It's about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community...

Driver Local Day Truck Route

  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fontana, CA (7 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 5 days ago

About Us: Stericycle is a U.S. based business-to-business services company and leading provider of compliance-based solutions that protects people and brands, promotes health and well-being, and...

CLASS A LOCAL DRIVER NEEDED FOR Day & Night Shift

  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (16 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 7 days ago

GD Trans is looking for a drivers with a clean record who could work around the Local area of Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County and Orange County. Hourly rate of $28. Full time work and...

Local CLD Driver needed

  • Riverside, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 7 days ago

Are you a seasoned CDL driver with a clean record and no violations? We want YOU! Join our team of professionals and drive locally in a safe and rewarding environment. Requirements: CDL with...

Demographic Data for Riverside, CA

Moving to Riverside, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Riverside, CA below.


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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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