Taxi Driver Jobs in Union City, 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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Driver

  • Linden, NJ (15 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Linden, NJ (15 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

What You Need To Know Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people and equips them with leading technology, continuous...

Class B Side Load Driver

  • Passaic, NJ (8 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (8 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Swing Side Load Truck Drivers! Safety is our first Priority! $26.06/Hour Side Load experience in the Waste Industry is required. - In order to be...

+++Class A Driver- Class A / Trabajar En Fedex Linehaul+++

  • Cedarhurst, NY (18 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedarhurst, NY (18 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for 1 tractor trailer driver for FedEx Ground Line-haul(necesito 1 chofer con licencia A para trabajar en Fedex Ground}. Starting out of Queens, NY. 5 or 6 days you decide.(comensando de...

Company driver (Intermodal)

  • Kearny, NJ (4 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kearny, NJ (4 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

How about starting the summer off right!!! Join a company where the Management treats you like part of the TEAM!!! We're looking for Class A owner operators that have a Twic Card and able to come...

Tractor Low Boy Landoll Driver

  • East Hanover, NJ (18 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (18 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Location: [EAST HANOVER] C&L Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role Were seeking a skilled and dependable Landoll and Lowboy Driver to join our transportation team. This position involves...

Immediate Openings for Cab Drivers

  • New York, NY (2 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

un Immediate Openings for Cab Drivers compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Safely transport passengers to destinations on time. Keep vehicle clean and in good working condition....

Driver Check-In Coordinator, Transportation Department

  • Elizabeth, NJ (10 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (10 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Schedule Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00pm to 2:30am We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer...

Warehouse Associate / Driver

  • Moonachie, NJ (5 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Moonachie, NJ (5 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Power-Flo Technologies Moonachie is seeking a warehouse associate / driver to join our team. Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision benefits Overtime Opportunities...

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

  • South Plainfield, NJ (24 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (24 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Driver's License Maintain records required with compliance with local, state and federal regulations Comply with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials Insure security...

Home Daily Hiring CDL-A Licensed Driver ASAP

  • Lawrence, NY (19 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrence, NY (19 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Full time opportunity with Fedex. Home daily. Dedicated run! Vehicles in great condition. 1 year min experience required. Looking to hire immediately. Call Mr. Won ...

Hiring Full-Time Ambulette Driver's

  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Greetings! We are currently looking for Full-time Ambulette driver's to work for our company. We are located in Brooklyn and have plenty of work shifts available to cater to your schedule! Prior...

Driver

  • Linden, NJ (15 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Linden, NJ (15 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Driver Job Description We are seeking experienced Class B drivers for 1st shift positions. Candidates must be willing to unload, drive within the city, and handle touch freight. This role involves...

Mover/Driver

  • Yonkers, NY (14 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (14 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

We are Ron's Trucking Corporation. Established in 2001, Ron's Trucking Corp. is one of Westchester's finest moving and rubbish removal service providers. We are a professional, courteous, and...

Driver WW Fluid II

  • Linden, NJ (15 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Linden, NJ (15 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Minimum Class B CDL required Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsements Previous route experience preferred Ability to use a handheld device (ELD) Strong customer service skills Wondering what...

Driver Merchandiser

  • Bronx, NY (6 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (6 miles from Union City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Working at Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC is all about pursuing a career not just a job. Discover what it means to be energized by a multitude of possibilities and a dynamic team. Minimum Salary:...

Demographic Data for Union City, NJ

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


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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Union City, 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 Union City, 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
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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