Taxi Driver Jobs in California

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 Class A experienced Amazon Block starting at $1500 Payroll W2

  • Hesperia, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hesperia, CA
  • 1 hour ago

N & H Trucking LLC MC 755768 ; DOT 2176430 Please read this entirely before you inquire. Driver Qualifications: - A minimum of 2 years of experience required, locally and over-the-road (OTR). -...

Class A Company Driver

  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Class A Company Driver (Jurupa Valley, CA) compensation: Competitive Wages employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Class A Truck Driver Employment Type: Full Time 2 years of...

Airport Transportation Driver Pool

  • Truckee, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Truckee, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Airport Transportation Driver Pool Martis Camp - 4.3 Truckee, CA Job Details Part-time $19 - $21 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Microsoft Office 3 years Driver's...

Driver/Vibrant Life Assistant

  • La Mirada, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • La Mirada, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Company: Provincial Senior Living Location: La Mirada, CA Career Level: Entry Level Industries: Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech Description Provincial Senior Living, proudly part of the...

Cdl-A Local Mvt Driver Home Daily

  • Stockton, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Local job for MVT 6 months experience is required! Home every day! MONDAY THRU FRIDAY! Can work some Saturdays! Will work some weekends! MORNING and NIGHT START TIMES! 25 an hour straight time!...

Driver Class A

  • Ceres, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Ceres, CA
  • 7 hours ago

DRIVER CLASS A (Ceres) BABA ONKAR MATH TRANS INC compensation: 7500-8000 employment type: job title: class A WE LOOKING CLASS A DRIVER WE RUN CA TO UT CA TO ID CA TO MIDWEST NEW TRUCK 50 c mile OK...

Nem Driver

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 7 hours ago

NEM DRIVER!! (santa rosa) We Care For You Transportation compensation: $19-22 employment type: job title: Driver We Care For You Transportation is hiring!! At We Care For You Transport, our...

CDL-A Dedicated Driver - Home Weekly

  • Santa Paula, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Santa Paula, CA
  • 8 hours ago

CDL-A Dedicated Driver - Home Weekly - Now Hiring Venture Logistics Today Venture, Indianas largest trucking company, has been putting our drivers first for over 25 years. Our regional runs offer...

Driver- Class B Required

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Driver- Class B Required Department:Activities Location:Huntington Beach, CA Position: Driver Shifts, Time, and Days: Full Time Schedule available Pay Range: $18-20 per hour Ivy Park at Huntington...

Driver

  • Livermore, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Livermore, CA
  • 8 hours 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...

Weekend Medical Driver - Santa Rosa, CA (Part Time)

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Weekend Medical Driver - Santa Rosa, CA - $21.00 - $21.85/hr - Part Time Saturday - Sunday - 4:30am - 2:00pm **Weekend routes are paid $1/hour shift differential** Logistics Service...

Yard Truck and City Driver

  • Ontario, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 8 hours ago

What you'll do at As a Yard Truck Driver, you will be operating a Yard Truck/ to transport trailers safely to designated locations, while adhering to all regulations (e.g., company, local, state...

Driver

  • Laguna Woods, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Laguna Woods, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Driver Department:Activities Location:Laguna Woods, CA Position: Driver Full Time Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour The Ivy at Wellington is a premier senior living community situated on a...

Class B/S: Street Sweeper Driver

  • Perris, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Perris, CA
  • 11 hours 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...

Demographic Data for California

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


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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in California

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 California offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.6%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
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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