Taxi Driver Jobs in Cranston, RI

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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Local City Driver. Job in Wrentham Gr8Jobs

  • Wrentham, MA (18 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wrentham, MA (18 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago

driver's license....

Part TIME DRIVER

  • Woonsocket, RI (15 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (15 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Part TIME DRIVER compensation: TBD employment type: experience level: entry level job title: DRIVER GRACE SOLUTIONS is looking for a Part time driver for a box truck to haul amazon freight. Hours...

Experienced Trailer Dump Driver

  • North Smithfield, RI (14 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (14 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Experienced Trailer Dump Driver needed. Must have at least 2 years experience. CDL Class A required. Full Time position available immediately. Excellent Benefit Package available. Stop in to fill...

Medical Transportation Specialist - NEMT Driver

  • Foxborough, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 5 days ago

un Medical Transportation Specialist - NEMT Driver (Foxborough) Vital Voyage LLC compensation: 18.50 per hour to start employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Driver - Medical...

Part TIME DRIVER

  • Woonsocket, RI (15 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (15 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 5 days ago

GRACE SOLUTIONS is looking for a Part time driver for a box truck to haul amazon freight. Hours are from 11PM-8AM Driver must have a clean Driver's License Driver must have a DOT

Landscape Deivery Driver with Hoisting License

  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 7 days ago

One of our premier clients in Raynham MA is seeking a Non-CDL Delivery Driver with Hoisting for local landscape supply deliveries. The Non-CDL Delivery Driver will be driving a 26' flatbed and...

CDL A Lease Purchase Driver

  • East Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 7 days ago

MGR FREIGHT SYSTEM INC is a company that provides full logistics across United States and Canada. Starting as a small family-owned business based in Illinois, MGR is expanding into an nation-wide...

CDL-A HAZMAT Driver - Home Daily - Guaranteed $1,700/Wk + $2k Sign-On

  • Pawtucket, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Ryder is Now Hiring Local HAZMAT CDL-A Drivers in Devens, MA! Immediate Opening for a Local HAZMAT CDL-A Driver! Guaranteed $1,700 per Week - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus HAZMAT Endorsement Required Top...

Swing Driver

  • Norton, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norton, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements: Commercial Driver's License B (CDL). The CDL is a requirement, therefore, an applicant must be 21 years of age....

Driver Merchandiser - Non CDL

  • North Providence, RI (5 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • North Providence, RI (5 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Compensation: $24.50 an hour Schedule: Friday, Monday, and Tuesday, 5am. 3:30pm. Saturdays, 4am. - 2:30pm.Must be willing to obtain CDL A License through our CDL A Academy within 6 months of...

Driver Merchandiser - Non CDL

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 10 days ago

Driver Merchandiser - Non CDL Date: May 28, 2025 Location: Providence, RI, US, 02908 Compensation: $24.50 an hour Schedule: Friday, Monday, and Tuesday, 5am. 3:30pm. Saturdays, 4am. - 2:30pm. Must...

Driver Helper - Non CDL

  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Assist Driver with performing daily delivery functions as directed by Supervisor. Accompany driver in passenger seat of commercial vehicle. Safely load and unload product at customer...

Driver II

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 15 days ago

Summary: Under general supervision of the Central Laundry Manager operates vehicles intra and interstate to pick up and deliver materials and supplies. Must possess a valid Commercial Drivers...

Class A or B driver needed,Experienced laborors

  • Rehoboth, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rehoboth, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 16 days ago

un Class A or B driver needed,Experienced laborors (Rehoboth,Mass) compensation: 25.00 to 35.00 HR employment type: job title: Class A,B Driver Looking for a fresh start,with a busy company with...

Paratransit Driver

  • Mansfield, MA (18 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mansfield, MA (18 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 16 days ago

Overview **DAILY PAY AVAILABLE** GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR RETIREES! ** Part-Time ** $20-$22/Hour Drivers - Adult Day Center / Shuttle Driver Special Needs If you have PASSION, DEDICATION AND A DRIVE...

Demographic Data for Cranston, RI

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Cranston, RI

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 Cranston, RI 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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