Taxi Driver Jobs in Illinois

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 A local intermodal driver $28/hr

  • Harvey, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Harvey, IL
  • 6 hours 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...

CDL CLASS A part time driver

  • Harvard, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Harvard, IL
  • 6 hours ago

We are looking for CDL class A part time driver. Will be home Everytime. 20 hours weekly. 95% dry van trailer 5% flatbed. Runs within 80 miles.

Oo Intermodal Driver Wanted / Home Daily / Hiring Top Drivers

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 6 hours 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...

60+ Cpm Company Driver 3500+ Miles '26 Trucks Pay Raises Evry 60K MI

  • Champaign, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 6 hours ago

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 Merchandiser

  • Du Quoin, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Du Quoin, IL
  • 14 hours ago

Join the team at Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company! Days/Hours of Work:4x10 hour days Job Summary The Driver Merchandiser at Heartland Coca-Cola is responsible for driving and delivering...

Class A/B CDL Equipment Operator/Driver

  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 hours ago

HPC Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Hammond, IN is looking for aClass A or B CDL Operatorto join their safety conscious team!The Class A/B CDL Operator is responsible for the safe and...

Exempt Driver C - Bellissimo Distribution (R156076)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 hours 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
  • 15 hours ago
  • Woodridge, IL
  • 15 hours 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...

Local Driver, Freight P&D - TForce Freight

  • South Holland, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • South Holland, IL
  • 17 hours ago

Job Title: Local Driver, Freight P&D Job Summary: This full-time position involves the driving of a tractor-trailer and the daily pick-up and delivery of freight from numerous commercial and...

Full Time Driver

  • Breese, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Breese, IL
  • 18 hours ago

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

Yard Driver (Non- DOT), Sunday - Wednesday, 6:00am - 4:00pm

  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 1 day 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...

OTR COMPANY DRIVER Guaranteed $1700 Week or 70 CPM

  • Decatur, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 1 day ago

KWW Trucking is actively growing our business. Guaranteed $1700 if available for dispatch in a seven day week. Sunday-Saturday.70 cents per mile $30 per hour wait time after 2 hours 1 week paid...

Livestock Driver (Carlyle, IL) Class A

  • Carlyle, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlyle, IL
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties & Accountabilities What does the job entail? You’d be responsible for picking up and delivering pigs, including loading and unloading, in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to all...

School Transportation Driver- Walsh

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

CDL A Transportation Driver - Home Daily

  • Rockford, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 1 day ago

Overview Mileage rate is $0.798 per mile Stable and growing organization Full-Time pay beginning at $.798/mile for Transportation/Linehaul Drivers (Average $2,200/week) No doubles Work-life...

Demographic Data for Illinois

Moving to Illinois? Find some basic demographic data about Illinois below.


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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 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 Illinois

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 Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.0%
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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