Taxi Driver Jobs in Altamont, NY

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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B Driver Needed Asap

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

Driver needed for busy block manufacturing / concrete precast plant Applicant needs a B CDL License Ability to drive other small machinery: Fork lift, dump truck, front end loader etc 7:3-4pm monday...

Armed Driver Guard

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

With a network of nearly 200 branches, Loomis armored transportation, cash management centers, and cash inventory vaults keep cash flowing throughout financial institutions and retail businesses...

Driver Helper

  • Latham, NY (13 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Latham, NY (13 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Company Overview: Our Clikent a family-owned company based in New York, focused on recycling used clothing and textiles. We work with churches, schools, and other nonprofit organizations to...

CLASS A or B DRIVER PART TIME

  • Schenectady, NY (9 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (9 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking motivated and safety-conscious Class A or B CDL drivers to join our team. As a driver, you will be responsible for the delivery and pick-up of portable storage containers. This role...

CDL Roll-off Driver, Home Daily, PTO, Paid Tuition - 2334792

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: Pay Range: 25.50- 27.00 What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. Its a way to create opportunities for you and your family. We Are Stable: Our...

Part Time Sweeper Driver (Overnight)

  • Altamont, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Altamont, NY
  • 5 days ago

Canaday Sweepers is seeking applications from individuals interested in a position as a Street Sweeper Operator/Driver, The Schedule for this position is Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights from...

CDL Roll-off Driver, Home Daily, PTO, Paid Tuition

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Pay Range: 25.50- 27.00 What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. We Are Stable: Our WM team is home...

DOT Driver

  • Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Title: Driver Reports to: Director of Operations (DOO) or management designee Summary: The responsibilities include but are not limited to being responsible for...

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

  • Glenmont, NY (14 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Glenmont, NY (14 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 10 days 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...

Amsterdam Farm Pickup Driver - Full Time

  • Amsterdam, NY (18 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Amsterdam, NY (18 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Full-Time Driver Position Amsterdam, NY $2,500 Sign on Bonus Offered to Eligible Candidate General Purpose: Utilizing DFA tractor and trailer, transports raw milk from farm to processing plant or...

Package Gas Driver 1

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 26 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, microbulk....

Driver, Shuttle

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview COMPENSATION: $0.65 PER MILE SCHEDULE : 4 days workweek Sunday thru Thursday Start time: 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm Overview: The Shuttle Driver will be responsible for transporting materials...

CDL A - Yard Jockey / Compound Driver

  • Schenectady, NY (9 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (9 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Adirondack Beverages is currently looking for a Yard Jockey for our facility in Scotia, NY. This is a weekend position with a schedule of Friday - Monday, 7:00am - 5:30pm, 40 hours a week plus...

Class B City Driver

  • Latham, NY (13 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Latham, NY (13 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview PITT OHIO, a $900 million, high service, highly profitable, transportation solutions provider offering SUPPLY CHAIN, LTL and TRUCKLOAD services is seeking a Class B City Driver at our Latham...

Shred Driver (Non-CDL)

  • Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (16 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Pay Rate: 21.00 per hour Description: Performs onsite/offsite document destruction of confidential information using mobile based shredding equipment. Operates a company vehicle in a safe,...

Demographic Data for Altamont, NY

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Altamont, NY

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 Altamont, NY 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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