Taxi Driver Jobs in Peoria, 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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DRIVER - Part Time

  • Metamora, IL (12 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Metamora, IL (12 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

DRIVER - Part Time Job Details Job Location 1200 E PARTRIDGE RD - METAMORA, IL Salary Range $17.00 Hourly Job Shift Day Description Snyder Village Position Description Position Title:...

Driver Merchandiser

  • Peoria, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 2 days ago

Join the team at Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company! Days/Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 5AM start time (4x10's) Job Summary The Driver Merchandiser at Heartland Coca-Cola is responsible for...

Attention Truck Drivers!* Serious Drivers Only* If youre out here grinding and want a company that wont cap your hustle Extra Mile International is where you level up. No fluff. Just miles, money,...

Driver

  • Peoria, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 6 days ago

Dial is the place to love the way you work. Our team members get the opportunity to serve and learn from some of the most knowledgeable seniors. Our residents will become your family as we seek to...

CDL A or B /Boom Driver Sign On Bonus $2,500-$5,000

  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Are you a skilled CDL driver looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can be home every night? At QXO, we're seeking a dedicated driver who takes pride in safety, service, and teamwork. As a...

Driver

  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Classification: Non-Exempt Build your career with Alto Ingredients! Earn a competitive salary, benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and 401k with a company dollar-for-dollar...

Driver

  • Morton, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Morton, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Report to: Assistant Managers/General Managers Job Summary: Delivery Drivers' primary responsibility is to deliver sandwiches to customers in the designated delivery area. Drivers are expected to...

CDL A /Boom Driver

  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Joining Beacon Building Products as a CDL Driver means becoming part of a values-driven organization. Our core principles guide everything we do: putting people first, prioritizing safety, doing...

Driver / Crew Leader / Laborer

  • Peoria, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 60+ days ago

HIRING IMMEDIATELY! We believe in: hire for attitude, train for skill. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Peoria is HIRING IMMEDIATELY and looking for multiple movers and drivers to join our team. Experience in...

Demographic Data for Peoria, IL

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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 Peoria, 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 Peoria, IL 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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