Taxi Driver Jobs in East Alton, 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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Semi Driver

  • East Saint Louis, IL (14 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL (14 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary The Semi Driver / Class A is responsible for operation of commercial motor vehicle to pick up raw material with attention to prompt and efficient customer service. Essential...

Food on the Move Driver

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred....

CDL-A Conestoga Driver, Home Every Other Week

  • Dupo, IL (23 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dupo, IL (23 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Location Route Type Regional Equipment Type Conestoga Conestoga Home Every Other Week $1,800+/week Fast track the hiring process by completing your full app now Benefits Pet/Rider Policy Paid...

Open Position For Hazmat Driver

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Open Position For Hazmat Driver image 1 of 1 compensation: Detentions, Layovers employment type: job title: Hazmat driver needed Trucking Company is looking for decent and qualified driver with 12...

Field Investigator/Spotter Driver

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

About our Company: United is a leader in the repossession and remarketing industry. Our success has been built on providing exceptional service to our clients, many of whom are some of the largest...

Armed Driver Guard

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

With a network of nearly 200 branches, Loomis armored transportation, cash management centers, and cash inventory vaults keep cash flowing throughout financial institutions and retail businesses...

Parts Driver

  • Granite City, IL (7 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Granite City, IL (7 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The Parts Driver is responsible for delivering parts to customers and for picking up parts from suppliers for the dealership. Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are...

CDL A Lease Purchase Driver

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Your Road, Your Rig, Your Future No credit check, no down payment, no balloon payment, walk away lease. Driver should start as a contractor with us first for one month before we guarantee the LP...

Class B or E Driver Wanted, 26ft NON-CDL Straight Truck, Full Time

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Class B or E Driver Wanted, 26ft NON-CDL Straight Truck, Full Time (Crestwood) compensation: $18-$22+ per hour employment type: job title: Class B or E Driver for 26ft Non-CDL truck PLEASE INCLUDE...

Driver (DOT - CDL)

  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Driver's License o Possess a current Health Card OR have the ability to obtain one o Possess a current Haz Mat endorsement OR have the ability to obtain one (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam...

Part Time Driver

  • O Fallon, IL (19 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • O Fallon, IL (19 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 13 days ago

South Central Illinois Mass Transit District is actively seeking a responsible and motivated part-time Driver to provide safe and reliable public transportation to the communities we serve. Are...

Delivery and Set-Up Driver

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 14 days ago

. + A valid commercial driver's license if applicable per state regulations. + Ability to read maps and utilize electronic GPS. + Overnight stays may be required based on DOT regulations or peak periods...

Parks Asphalt Crew (Maintenance Driver Lead and Construction Supervisor)

  • Clayton, MO (19 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Clayton, MO (19 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Candidates must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain one prior to completion of a six month probationary period....

Local Driver - TForce Freight

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Qualifications: Impeccable customer service and dedication Valid class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in resident state Hazmat, tanker and doubles endorsements 21 years of age Meet all DOT and...

Asphalt Driver / Labor

  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from East Alton, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Must be able to drive TANDEM DUMP TRUCK and Pull Trailer. This is a full time position, we do not completely shut down in the winter, we have contracts with utility companies that we do then....

Demographic Data for East Alton, IL

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in East Alton, 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 East Alton, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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