Taxi Driver Jobs in Akron, OH

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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CDL Roll Off Driver

  • Broadview Heights, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Broadview Heights, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects: Must have at least a valid Class B CDL. Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire. Must be at least 19 years of age....

CDL Rear Load Driver

  • Broadview Heights, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Broadview Heights, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects: Must have at least a valid Class B CDL. Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire. Must be at least 19 years of age....

Local Steel Driver $1350-$1450/week

  • Bedford, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedford, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago

un Local Steel Driver $1350-$1450/week (Cleveland, OH) Aim Transportation Solutions compensation: $1350-$1450 per week employment type: job title: CDL-A Steel Hauler Truck Driver Location:...

CDL Boom Driver $5,000 Sign-on Bonus

  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Are you a skilled CDL driver looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can be home every night? At QXO, we're seeking a dedicated driver who takes pride in safety, service, and teamwork. As a...

Third Shift Yard Driver

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Certifications: Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and forklift certification (or willingness to obtain one), with at least 1-year of verifiable satisfactory driving experience....

Driver Trainer/Safety Compliance

  • Streetsboro, OH (16 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Streetsboro, OH (16 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago

R10063473 Driver Trainer/Safety Compliance (Open) Location: Streetsboro, OH - Retail shop How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? The Driver Trainer/Safety Compliance is responsible for the...

CDL Boom Driver $5,000 Sign-on Bonus

  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Solon, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by...

Driver Class A/B - Equipment Operator

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Canton, OH is looking for a Class A or B CDL- Equipment Operator to join their safety conscious team! This team member is responsible for the safe and...

Route Sales and Service Driver

  • Kent, OH (12 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kent, OH (12 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Class B CDL...

Transportation Driver

  • East Canton, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Canton, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Requirements of Position: CDL with School Bus Endorsement Current Pre Service School Bus Training (T9) Current Physical (T8) Approximate time: 6:55 a.m. to 8:55 a.m. 2:00 p.m. to 4:10 p.m. Times...

CDL Front Load Driver

  • Broadview Heights, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Broadview Heights, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects: Must have at least a valid Class B CDL. Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire. Must be at least 19 years of age....

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver

  • Twinsburg, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Twinsburg, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Category Transportation and Logistics Location Twinsburg, Ohio Job function Operations Job family Logistics/Couriers Shift Evening Employee type Regular Full-Time Work mode On-site Medical...

Yard Driver - Days

  • Boston Heights, OH (14 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston Heights, OH (14 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Department Name: Supply Chain Title: Yard Driver Reports To (position): DC Planning Manager Summary: The Yard Driver will assist operations in an active trailer yard, performing a variety of...

Driver

  • Akron, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 8 days ago

Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's license (CDL). Prior moving & storage or furniture delivery experience a plus. Proven history of driving with a safe driving record....

Driver

  • Twinsburg, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Twinsburg, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 days ago

Driver National DCP - 2.8 Twinsburg, OH Job Details Full-time From $35.26 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) matching Employee...

Demographic Data for Akron, OH

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Akron, OH

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 Akron, OH offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.6%
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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