Taxi Driver Jobs in Amherst, 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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Driver - NonMedical Transportation

  • Norwalk, OH (20 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Norwalk, OH (20 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 22 hours ago

un Driver - NonMedical Transportation (Norwalk, OH) Primo Transportation compensation: $15/hr plus vehicle allowance and fuel employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Driver...

Transportation Coordinator/Driver

  • Elyria, OH (6 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elyria, OH (6 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications Must be high school graduate or equivalent Must have valid commercial drivers license (CDL) with P endorsement in current state with satisfactory driving record Prior experience with...

Professional Flatbed CONESTOGA Driver

  • Grafton, OH (13 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Grafton, OH (13 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 7 days ago

un Professional Flatbed CONESTOGA Driver (Cleveland) BB Express INC DBA Seiben compensation: 80-105k employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Professional Flatbed/Dry Van Driver OTR...

Driver

  • Sandusky, OH (24 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sandusky, OH (24 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 9 days ago

SUMMARY Non-Medical Transportation (NMT) Driver is responsible for providing transportation to individuals with developmental disabilities to and from day programming and/or employment throughout...

Driver Trainee

  • Elyria, OH (6 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elyria, OH (6 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Driver's License (Class A CDL), not required for hire Ability to pass and maintain D.O.T. physical requirements Preferred Qualifications N/A Work Environment Work environment will vary, including but...

Class B CDL Local Driver

  • North Ridgeville, OH (6 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Ridgeville, OH (6 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

B CDL with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsements Valid DOT Physical/Medical Card No DUI, Citation/Conviction for Reckless Operation in the past 3 years Less than 2 moving violations in the past...

CDL A Dedicated Driver Home Weekly

  • Sandusky, OH (24 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sandusky, OH (24 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

CDL A Dedicated Driver Home Weekly (Sandusky, OH) Salson Logistics image 1 of 1 compensation: Up to $1500-$1800 per week employment type: job title: CDL A Dedicated Driver DEDICATED LANES /...

Residential Truck Driver- CDL B

  • Elyria, OH (6 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elyria, OH (6 miles from Amherst, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Drivers license with air brakes endorsement....

Demographic Data for Amherst, OH

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Amherst, 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 Amherst, OH 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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