Taxi Driver Jobs in Kentucky

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, Dedicated Backhaul

  • Performance Foodservice
  • Scottsville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Scottsville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

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Driver - $19.75 per hour

  • MV Transportation
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our data handling practices and your data rights. Responsibilities: Now Hiring DRIVERS...

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CDL A Home Daily Spotter Driver

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 hours ago

Full time CDLA Spotter Driver - Home Daily - Night shift Wednesday 12a-6a, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6p-6a (spotter) Pay: $26-$28 per hour (base plus bonuses) Based on experience: minimum 1 year...

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BCN PACE Transportation Driver-FT

  • Everent Health & Affiliates
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 hours ago

As a Bluegrass PACE Care team member, you will be a part of a program providing all-inclusive healthcare that keeps Kentuckians aged 55+, who may otherwise need nursing home care, living safely at...

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Relief Driver

  • Republic Services
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 hours ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Drivers license with air brakes endorsement....

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Associate Driver

  • Reyes Holdings
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 17 hours ago

Responsibilities Join the leading beverage provider, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling! Shift: Full Time, Monday-Friday, 4am start time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO Local Routes...

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Local City Driver

  • Saia
  • Paducah, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Safe motor vehicle report and applicable endorsements, including hazmat, tankers, doubles, and triples. 1+ years of tractor trailer driving experience....

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OTR CDL Company driver wanted

  • Park, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Park, KY
  • 1 day ago

CDL CLASS A POSITION OTR Company Driver Position Up to 0.70cpm Dry Van Only / No touch No force Dispatch All miles paid Safety Bonuses 1099 Position Direct Deposit every Friday Min 2 weeks on the...

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Transportation - Driver

  • Active Day
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago

**DAILY PAY AVAILABLE** GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR RETIREES! ** Full-Time, Part-Time and Per-Diem ** Drivers – Adult Day Center / Shuttle Driver Special Needs If you have PASSION, DEDICATION AND A...

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S & D Driver I

  • TBC Corporation
  • Brooks, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooks, KY
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Data Starting Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour dependent on experience Company Overview For more than 70 years, TBC Corporation has been a leader in the mobility industry and one of...

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Student Transportation Driver SUV

  • Trimble County Schools
  • Bedford, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Bedford, KY
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Student Transportation Driver (KSB/KSD Route) – Full Time Location: Trimble County Schools Reports To: Director of Transportation and/or Superintendent Position Type: Full Time (4.5...

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Driver Class A - Emergency Response

  • Clean Harbors
  • Masonic Home, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Masonic Home, KY
  • 1 day ago

Clean Harbors in Louisville, KY is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include...

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OTR CDL Company driver wanted

  • Franklin, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, KY
  • 1 day ago

CDL CLASS A POSITION OTR Company Driver Position Up to 0.70cpm Dry Van Only / No touch No force Dispatch All miles paid Safety Bonuses 1099 Position Direct Deposit every Friday Min 2 weeks on the...

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Local P&D Driver (Class B)

  • Estes Express Lines
  • Paducah, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 2 days ago

brake endorsement required if equipped with air brakes Stable employment history preferred Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle) Must be able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack...

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Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed)

  • Estes Express Lines
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 2 days ago

Will be required to operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including, but not limited to, operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc. and must be skilled and...

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Demographic Data for Kentucky

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


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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky 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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