Taxi Driver Jobs in Chicago, IL

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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Lease Purchase - Company Driver -O\O

  • Westmont, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Westmont, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago

Truxy Expedited LLC is hiring Class A CDL Drivers for Company driver or Lease purchase positions. We offer steady miles and guaranteed pay. Apply here: DESCRIPTION: Lease purchase $2000 + avg...

Join Our Team as an OTR Company Driver Earn $1800 and UP/Week!

  • Willowbrook, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Willowbrook, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago

Dedicated lines from Romeoville IL drop and hook compensation: $1800 and up employment type: full-time job title: OTR Company driver What We Offer: Starting Pay: 30% or 60 CPM for start No Forced...

CDL A local intermodal driver $28/hr

  • Harvey, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harvey, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for a CDL class A driver for local container work out of all Chicago rails Must have a clean driving record 2 years verifiable tractor trailer experience Minimum 1 year rail experience...

Oo Intermodal Driver Wanted / Home Daily / Hiring Top Drivers

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Sparc Transport is looking to bring on a OO drivers with 2yrs of verifiable driving experience to join our FCL (drayage) team. Get paid for pre-pull, empty return, load return, chassis move OO...

Exempt Driver C - Bellissimo Distribution (R156076)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Exempt Driver C - Bellissimo Distribution (R156076) Job Employer Name: Bellissimo DistributionSpiderID: 13772647 Location: Chicago, IllinoisDate Posted: 6/19/2024 Wage: DOECategory:...

Driver A

  • Woodridge, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodridge, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY Responsible for the delivery of merchandise to customers within the expected time parameters. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Required: High School or equivalent and 1+ year of safe...

School Transportation Driver- Walsh

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Join our team today! At Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, we are dedicated to empowering Youth, fostering hope, and creating brighter futures. Our mission is to be advocates, educators, coaches, and...

Open Position For Hazmat Driver

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Trucking Company is looking for decent and qualified driver with at least 24 months of experience, valid Class A, CDL and Hazmat Endorsement. Fastest growing company in the Midwest. Our services...

Swing, Driver Roll Off - 2331983

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation,...

Driver Wanted w/CDL Class A-No Exp. Needed.

  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Addison, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

I need a driver with CDL Class A for work over the road. We specialized on Step Decks. No experience necessary, but desire to work is a MUST. Busco chofer con CDL clase A para trabajo en...

Semi Driver

  • Orland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Looking for a Semi Driver for drayage work We are seeking a reliable and experienced Truck Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a truck to transport...

AllTruckJobs is working with Hirschbach Motor Lines to find a qualified OTR Owner Operator in Chicago, Illinois! Pay Information $1,700 per week About The Position WELCOME HOME! We have positions...

Immediate Openings for Cab Drivers

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Immediate Openings for Cab Drivers compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Safely transport passengers to their destinations, ensuring timely arrivals. Keep vehicle clean and in good...

Driver 1st Shift

  • Hillside, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hillside, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Duties/Responsibilities: Be able to drive a tractor trailer combination or straight truck with air brakes endorsement. Be able to load and unload your own truck....

Driver & Parts Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Hillside, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hillside, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Duties/Responsibilities: Be able to drive a tractor trailer combination or straight truck with air brakes endorsement. Be able to load and unload your own truck....

Demographic Data for Chicago, IL

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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
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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...
Taxi App in React Native
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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Chicago, IL

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 Chicago, IL 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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