Taxi Driver Jobs in Lakeland, FL

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

  • Mulberry, FL (13 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mulberry, FL (13 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description SUMMARY A driver shall possess the ability to operate a Commercial Class 8 Motor Vehicle in a manner consistent with all applicable traffic and safety regulations. Must be able to:...

Driver & Warehouse worker

  • Plant City, FL (15 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (15 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Food company located in Plant City, looking for people who can work as a driver and a warehouse worker. ***Nee to work Saturdays!!*** For Driving: -Can drive Box truck -Prepare orders at warehouse...

Driver Ready Mix

  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Wales, FL (19 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR To succeed in this role, you should bring: Educational and Licensing Requirements: Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL A or B)....

Yard Driver Non-DOT - Day Shift

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 10 days ago

Why Work for Saddle Creek? Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a...

Pile Driver Foreman

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 20 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 20 days ago

Overview The Pile Driver Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating the work of construction workers on a construction site. They must ensure the job is completed safely, on time,...

OTR Heavy Haul Driver for 7/8 Axle set up Peterbilt 389

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 30+ days ago

OTR Heavy Haul Driver for 7/8 Axle set up Peterbilt 389 (Port charlotte) Class Logistics image 1 of 4 compensation: $$$$$$$$$$ employment type: job title: 7&8Axle RGN Peterbilt Please contact Alex...

CDL Class B Local Driver

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 30+ days ago

GFI offers: Up to $58,000 per year Best in class pay rates with guaranteed minimum salary Monthly safety bonus up to $250.00 Benefits: Health, dental, vision 401K with company match Profit-Sharing...

Warehouse/Driver (Non-CDL)

  • Plant City, FL (15 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plant City, FL (15 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Warehouse/Driver associates at Famous Supply are responsible for Warehouse and Driving Duties. Warehouse tasks include; Unloading trucks Receiving material Put-away of material Picking customer...

Yard Driver

  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL (7 miles from Lakeland, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Yard Drivers operate yard vehicles to move trailers to designated loading/unloading sites as directed. Qualifications High School diploma or GED equivalent Class A Commercial Driver...

Yard Truck and City Driver

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Yard Driver- Off Property (Driving off facility property) Valid state-issued driver's license Will obtain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of job entry date and will maintain...

Driver - Class B

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 60+ days ago

$20.00 per hour JOB SUMMARY Responsible for delivery and pickup of containers to and/or from customer locations; provide an effective and incident free delivery or pickup of a container while...

Demographic Data for Lakeland, FL

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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...
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...
Taxi Safety and Regulations Course
Introduction to Taxi and private hire driver Operations. This course, designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for providing safe and reliable transportation services. As a...

Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Lakeland, FL

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 Lakeland, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.6%
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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