Taxi Driver Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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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FEDEX DRIVER WANTED FOR DEDICATED RUNS Home Weekly $3,000-$5,000/week

  • Woodbridge, NJ (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

un FEDEX DRIVER WANTED FOR DEDICATED RUNS *Home Weekly*$3,000-$5,000/week (FORDS) compensation: Top Pay! Payed Vacation! Sign On Bonus! HEALTH BENEFITS!!!!!!!!! employment type: job title: CDL A...

After-School Transportation Driver for 2 Daughters

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

un After-School Transportation Driver for 2 Daughters (Brooklyn (11209) to Staten Island (10304)) compensation: $20-25 Seeking a safe, punctual driver for daily after-school transportation of two...

Local Driver/Yard Spotter CDL A - Hybrid

  • Jersey City, NJ (6 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (6 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Average Pay Range: $1,500 - $1,700 per week Home Time: Local / Home Daily Schedule: local driver Tuesday - Thursday and Spotting Friday - Saturday Driver Activity: No Touch deliveries & Spotting...

TLC Driver Job - Full-Time Transportation Work in NYC

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

TLC Driver Job - Full-Time Transportation Work in NYC -- Now hiring TLC drivers for full-time transportation jobs in New York City -- Work is available 7 days a week, with shifts from 4AM to 12AM...

Driver

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

FONCTIONS ESSENTIELLES : Conduire des ensembles tracteur-remorque, y compris des ensembles doubles (et triples, le cas echeant)....

Driver I

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Show More Options Clear Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert 562247 Liberty. Mo, US Driver I CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people,...

City Driver

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple, hazardous materials and tank endorsements.* Automatic transmission CDL restriction allowed....

Driver

  • Kearny, NJ (6 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kearny, NJ (6 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Job Title: Driver Key Responsibilities: Incumbent is responsible for transporting and delivering freight to franchise stores and/or production kitchens safely, legally and on-time. This...

Driver- Ready Mix, Class B

  • Valley Stream, NY (24 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Valley Stream, NY (24 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Class B driver needed for ready mix company. Clean license is a must. Full time position available with great pay! Front discharge experience preferred Contact ...

FEDEX DRIVER WANTED FOR DEDICATED RUN Home Weekly $3,000-$5,000/week

  • Woodbridge, NJ (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Largest OTR Contractor at FedEx Ground seeks CDL A drivers with at least 6 months driving experience Job Opportunities available in Woodbridge, NJ and Leigh Valley, PA We provide 24/7 support by...

Class B Roll Off Driver

  • Lodi, NJ (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lodi, NJ (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Roll Off Truck Drivers Lodi, NJ Safety is our first Priority! Highlights: Monday through Friday 6:00 - 3:00 Hourly pay rate $33.75 Hourly pay...

FEDEX DRIVER WANTED FOR DEDICATED RUN Home Weekly $3,000-$5,000/week

  • Keasbey, NJ (13 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Keasbey, NJ (13 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Largest OTR Contractor at FedEx Ground seeks CDL A drivers with at least 6 months driving experience Job Opportunities available in Woodbridge, NJ and Leigh Valley, PA MILEAGE GARUNTEED!!!! We...

FEDEX DRIVER WANTED FOR DEDICATED RUNS Home Weekly $3,000-$5,000/week

  • Fords, NJ (11 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fords, NJ (11 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Largest OTR Contractor at FedEx Ground seeks CDL A drivers with at least 1 year driving experience Job Opportunities available in Woodbridge, NJ and Leigh Valley, PA We provide 24/7 support by the...

CDL Commercial Roll Off Driver

  • Union, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Union, NJ (4 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Interstate Waste Services is looking for a Full- Time CDL Class A or B Roll Off Drivers out of their Yonkers, NY Full-Time Monday thru Friday. Start time: 4am - 5am. Our drivers average about...

CDL Class B or CDL Class C Driver Wanted

  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Must have a CDL License w "P" endorsement We provide paid on the job training Seniors/ Retirees Welcomed!!! call: ... Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $17.00 per hour...

Demographic Data for Elizabeth, NJ

Moving to Elizabeth, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Elizabeth, NJ below.


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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
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NYC Revealed (Season 1) - "Taxis"
The yellow taxi cab is the quintessential New York City ride. What started as a small fleet of cars nearly 100 years ago, has turned into a bustling system of thousands of yellow taxi cabs. But...
Taxi App in React Native
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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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 Elizabeth, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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