Taxi Driver Jobs in Elmont, 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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Class B Side Load Driver

  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (24 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 3 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...

Local Driver - TForce Freight

  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Qualifications: Impeccable customer service and dedication Valid class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in resident state Hazmat, tanker and doubles endorsements 21 years of age Meet all DOT and...

Driver Class B

  • Edgewood, NY (24 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Edgewood, NY (24 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Transport, unload, and deliver products and materials to customers within our coverage delivery area. Drive truck to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in...

Driver A

  • Edgewood, NY (24 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Edgewood, NY (24 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Transport, unload, and deliver products and materials to customers within our coverage delivery area. Drive truck to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in...

Driver Residential

  • West Babylon, NY (17 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Babylon, NY (17 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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 every day, and our team...

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

  • Cedarhurst, NY (4 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedarhurst, NY (4 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 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 (22 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kearny, NJ (22 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 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...

Immediate Openings for Cab Drivers

  • New York, NY (15 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 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 (24 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (24 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 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 (20 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Moonachie, NJ (20 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 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...

Home Daily Hiring CDL-A Licensed Driver ASAP

  • Lawrence, NY (5 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawrence, NY (5 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 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 (14 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 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 Commercial - 2335345

  • West Babylon, NY (17 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Babylon, NY (17 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: 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 WM team is home every...

Mover/Driver

  • Yonkers, NY (19 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (19 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 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...

ROLLOFF DRIVER WANTED (5 yrs experience) CLEAN CDL

  • Wantagh, NY (10 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wantagh, NY (10 miles from Elmont, NY)
  • 4 days ago

DRIVER FOR CARTING COMPANY ROLLOFF TRUCK. EXPERIENCED 6 DAYS A WEEK ( SUNDAY OFF) GREAT PAY, GREAT OPPORTUNITY.. Please call ...

Demographic Data for Elmont, NY

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



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