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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CDL Day Cab Driver

  • SC2 Services, Inc.
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Are you looking for a NEW exciting career? Or are you looking to advance your career with a growing company in the Supply Chain industry? Do you want a fast paced and challenging work environment?...

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CDL Dispatch / Transfer Driver (Part-Time)

  • Truck Centers
  • Morton, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Morton, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 13 days ago

What We're Looking For: We're seeking candidates with a positive, can-do attitude, a clean driving record, and a Class A or B CDL with an air brake endorsement....

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Local Driver, Freight P&D

  • T-Force
  • Peoria, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 16 days ago

TForce Freight is a less-than-truckload (LTL) freight carrier in North America, operating as a subsidiary of TFI International....

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CDL A Local Driver

  • Dayton Freight
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Pay is $36.50 per hour $36.50 per hour Overtime after 40 hours Work-life balance Growing company Friendly & Positive culture New Equipment & Clean facilities Comprehensive benefits...

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Phlebotomist/Driver with DOT Driving Duties

  • ImpactLife
  • Peoria, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Are you passionate about making a difference in our community? Join the ImpactLife team to help us Change the World. We are looking for committed individuals who demonstrate good character, use...

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Driver Non CDL

  • heartland
  • Peoria, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Join the team at Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company! Days/Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 5am start timeJob Summary The Driver non-CDL at Heartland Coca-Cola is responsible for driving and...

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Driver Class B Trainee

  • Clean Harbors
  • Goodfield, IL (18 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Goodfield, IL (18 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Safety-Kleen in Elgin, IL is seeking a CDL B Sales and Service Route Driver Trainee (Driver Class B Trainee). This role will train to drive a Class B box truck to provide onsite service for parts...

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Peoria IL Driver

  • Railcrew Xpress
  • Peoria, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : Peoria, IL [406] - Peoria, IL 61525 Salary Range : $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly NO CDL REQUIRED!! Railcrew Xpress is currently hiring Passenger Mini-Van Drivers! To Apply: You...

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Demographic Data for Peoria, IL

Moving to Peoria, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Peoria, IL below.


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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Taxi Safety and Regulations Course
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Driver Safety Course
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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
37.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
19.2%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%


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