Taxi Driver Jobs in District of Columbia

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 Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Overview The Driver Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing a team of drivers in a specified area. This role involves ensuring that drivers adhere to company policies and safety...

Parts Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 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

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

OVERVIEW: Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, multicultural institution of higher education that ensures the intellectual and professional advancement of...

CDL A Lease Purchase Driver

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Western Express is Now Seeking Lease Purchase Drivers! Earn Up to $200,000 per Year! No Money Down, No Interest, No Balloon Payment, No Credit Check STEP ONE: Request info by submitting this form...

Driver with 20+ Foot Box Truck: Make up to $6,000/month

  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Driver with 20+ Foot Box Truck: Make up to $6,000/month image 1 of 1 compensation: $1,500 + Gas per trip We have sheds and appliances that need to be delivered to New Hampshire. You're just...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

Moving to District of Columbia? Find some basic demographic data about District of Columbia below.


Local
National
689,545
23,743

Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
What do you say when a passenger approaches? Do you already have a made-up sentence or improvise? Would you know how to start a conversation about the weather forecast during the race?Being a taxi...
NYC Revealed (Season 1) - "Taxis"
The yellow taxi cab is the quintessential New York City ride. What started as a small fleet of cars nearly 100 years ago, has turned into a bustling system of thousands of yellow taxi cabs. But...
Taxi App in React Native
Please note that this is not a "full taxi app", it's definitely lacks some functionality before you can either sell it or deploy it to a app store. It doesn't have any fare monitoring or payment...

Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in District of Columbia

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 District of Columbia offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.8%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
5.0%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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