Taxi Driver Jobs in Independence, MO

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 - Non CDL Kansas City MO

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 18 hours ago

Here at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our organization has focused on sustainable supply chain solutions while creating a culture and atmosphere where amazing people,...

Driver Job Kansas City, MO

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love This Job Join Our Team : Are you passionate about making a difference in peoples lives? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every moment counts. If so, we are...

Container Driver, Commercial - 2332113

  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements Hold a current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement. Legally eligible to work in the United States....

DOT Driver

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Drive dump truck on SMI property....

CDL-A-Team Refrigerated-Company Driver-Kansas City, Kansas

  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 5 days ago

WELCOME HOME! Now hiring teams for our dedicated account in the Midwest area. $800 Orientation Pay Paid to Each Team Driver *Experienced drives only. Trainees are not eligible for this offer. Talk...

driver class A

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 6 days ago

driver class A NF TRUCKING CAMPANY LLC compensation: NA employment type: job title: DRIVER WE NF TRUCKING WE SMALL COMPANY WE ARE LOOKING FOR LOCAL DRIVER PAYING $29 HR STARTING EVERY FRIDAY...

Container Driver, Commercial

  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 7 days ago

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements Hold a current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement. Legally eligible to work in the United States....

Seasonal Lot Driver - Kansas City Airport

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 11 days ago

Seasonal Lot Driver - Kansas City Airport Location Kansas City International Airport Category Automotive / Transportation - Driver Job ID 2025-512972 Overview Enterprise Mobility, operating the...

Driver - Class A Walk-in Hiring Event

  • Riverside, MO (12 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Riverside, MO (12 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Overview Quality Custom Distribution is Hosting a Walk-in Hiring event at our facility in Riverside MO, hiring CDL A touch freight Delivery Drivers to join our team! Riverside MO is hosting...

Driver

  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 14 days ago

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships...

Driver, Linehaul - SYGMA - US-2

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 15 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Missouri $33k - $49k Per Year Driver, Linehaul - SYGMA - US-2 Sysco Occupation: Transportation and Material Moving Occupations Location: Kansas City, MO -...

Driver & Install Technician

  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 17 days ago

Overview Konica Minolta currently has an exciting opportunity for a Truck Driver / Warehouse Worker / Install Technician! An Above Market Hourly Wage + $1,500 Sign on Bonus! Outstanding benefits...

Class A or Class B, Non-Crane Certified Driver

  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 17 days ago

Job Summary As a Class A or Class B Driver, Non-Crane Certified with National Trench Safety, you will be required to deliver and pick up trench-related shoring to and from customer job sites...

Package Gas Driver 1 - Kansas City, MO

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 17 days ago

Must possess a valid commercial Class B Drivers' License, Hazmat, Air Brake Endorsements, and Medical card; packaged gas straight truck driver; to include pumper, micro-bulk....

CDL B Residential Driver

  • Independence, MO
  • 19 days ago
  • Independence, MO
  • 19 days ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Driver's license with air brakes endorsement....

Demographic Data for Independence, MO

Moving to Independence, MO? Find some basic demographic data about Independence, MO 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
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...

Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Independence, MO

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 Independence, MO offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.9%
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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