Taxi Driver Jobs in New York

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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Yard Driver

  • Guilderland, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Guilderland, NY
  • 7 hours ago

This position is responsible for providing support for trailer movement at the distribution center, as well as assisting preparation of trailers for shipping and monitoring the status of loaded...

Transportation Driver - Non-CDL

  • Canandaigua, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Canandaigua, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Specific Competencies: Demonstrates skill in communication with the Resident Services Desk and Residents. Demonstrates flexibility in prioritizing transportation requests. Actively guards the...

Driver Helper- Syracuse

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

Why Palmer Food Services? We offer competitive wages and a generous benefit package that contributes a significant amount to your total compensation and your personal well-being. Additionally,...

Commercial Front Load Driver - 2333530

  • West Babylon, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • West Babylon, NY
  • 1 day 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...

Driver

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum. Clean driving record. Ability to lift at least 50lbs repeatedly. Ability to work outside in all weather conditions....

Hub Driver

  • Watertown, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Watertown, NY
  • 1 day ago

Drive Your Career Forward with Fenix Parts About Fenix Parts: Fenix Parts isn't just a company; it's an essential part of the automotive recycling revolution. As a leading force in the recycling...

Local Tuck Driver- Non-CDL $24.00/hr

  • Flushing, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Flushing, NY
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better. Local route Truck Drivers (CSR) is responsible for loading galley equipment onto a truck, driving the truck to...

Driver

  • Staten Island, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 1 day 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...

TLC Driver Job - Full-Time Transportation Work in NYC

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 1 day 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...

DOT Certified Driver/WH Position

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

DOT Certified Driver/WH Position Location: Syracuse, NY Pay: $20 per hour + Guaranteed Overtime Schedule: Monday through Friday Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Warehouse/Driver to...

Seasonal CDL B Local Driver with Hazmat

  • West Nyack, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • West Nyack, NY
  • 1 day ago

Location: West Nyack, NY - 118, 246 West Nyack Road, West Nyack, New York - 10994 Pay: $19 - $23 / hour Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm Why are we the best on the road? Because youll...

DOT Certified Driver/WH Position

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

DOT Certified Driver/WH Position Location: Syracuse, NY Pay: $20 per hour + Guaranteed Overtime Schedule: Monday through Friday Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Warehouse/Driver to...

Container Driver - 2333537

  • Holtsville, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Holtsville, NY
  • 2 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....

Driver Class B Trainee

  • Avon, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Avon, NY
  • 2 days ago

Safety-Kleen in Avon, NY is seeking a Sales and Service Route Driver Trainee (Driver Class B Trainee). This role will train to drive a Class B box truck to provide onsite service for parts washer...

Driver Non CDL

  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 2 days ago

Logistics at full potential. At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work...

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York below.


Local
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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 New York

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 New York offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.6%
Bachelor's Degree
18.8%
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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