Taxi Driver Jobs in Hickory, NC

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 Driver

  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Driver McLane Company 2.7 ( ) Newton, NC # JR101160 Position summary nity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more! What you'll do...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Full-time

  • Hickory, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 12 days ago

Certifications: Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements Additional Requirements: Minimum 21 years of age. Good stable work record....

Parts Driver

  • Hickory, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 13 days ago

The Parts Driver is responsible for delivering parts to customers and for picking up parts from suppliers for the dealership. Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are...

Driver

  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Take your CDL-A career further! Our drivers work hard to move, supply, and provide for America's favorite brands. Being reliable and dedicated to safety has defined our success as an industry...

Cab Drivers - Urgent Positions

  • Hickory, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 30+ days ago

un Cab Drivers - Urgent Positions compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Safely transport passengers to destinations on time. Keep vehicle clean and in good working condition. Provide...

City Driver

  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable) and/or straight trucks Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment Hook/unhook...

P & L Operator (Forklift driver)- 2pm to 10:30p

  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to complete the processing, transferring, packing, loading, shipping and receiving of all outbound and inbound materials while maintaining sanitation...

Demographic Data for Hickory, NC

Moving to Hickory, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Hickory, NC below.


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83,157
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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 Hickory, NC

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 Hickory, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.8%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
5.0%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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