Taxi Driver Jobs in Altoona, PA

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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Transportation Driver

  • Saber Health Group
  • Ebensburg, PA (18 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ebensburg, PA (18 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Join a team where compassion meets excellence in a skilled nursing facility - we're dedicated to delivering heartfelt care and making a meaningful difference in every patient's life! Advantages:...

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A 10020: City Driver

  • Personnel Staffers Inc.
  • Ebensburg, PA (18 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ebensburg, PA (18 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 4 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...

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Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed)

  • Estes Express Lines
  • Altoona, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 7 days ago

Will be required to operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including, but not limited to, operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc. and must be skilled and...

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Summer Seasonal Driver

  • Beacon Mobility
  • Northern Cambria, PA (22 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Northern Cambria, PA (22 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Health Ride Plus Inc A Paratransit Driver is responsible for transporting clients from their pickup point to their destination in a timely and safe manner. Using a vehicle to successfully...

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Wholesale Milk Driver Altoona PA -Vacation Driver

  • Galliker Dairy Company
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 30+ days ago

The Galliker Dairy Company, headquartered in Johnstown PA since 1914, has an immediate opening for a Wholesale Vacation Driver Milk Driver at our Altoona PA location. The Galliker Dairy Company is...

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Demographic Data for Altoona, PA

Moving to Altoona, PA? Find some basic demographic data about Altoona, PA below.


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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Taxi Safety and Regulations Course
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Driver Safety Course
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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Altoona, PA

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 Altoona, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
19.2%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%


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