Taxi Driver Jobs in East Providence, 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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Driver Wanted - No CDL Required

  • Johnston, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Johnston, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 14 hours ago

Join the Bin There Dump That team! We're looking for Delivery Experts to deliver our dumpsters throughout the Rhode Island area. Please check out the details below, and contact us if you're...

Driver Wanted - Cdl Required

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 14 hours ago

WE ARE NEEDING A CDL DRIVER WITH PASSENGER ENDORSEMENT TO TRAVEL FROM PROVIDENCE TO NEW YORK AND BACK. QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM AGE 25 YRS OLD CDL LICENSE W/ PASSENGER ENDORSEMENT CLEAN DRIVER...

Driver Start NOW!

  • Smithfield, RI (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smithfield, RI (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Driver Position: MUST have CURRENT VALID drivers license and clean driving record and a clean background check. MUST be able to obtain a medical card within 14 days(for driving). Need state of RI...

Transportation Driver and Program Assistant

  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

MENTOR Adult Day Health, a member of the Sevita family, provides day programs for elders with complex medical or rehabilitative needs. This allows seniors to obtain quality healthcare while...

Cdl Class A/B Driver

  • West Warwick, RI (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Warwick, RI (10 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Local food service distributor seeks CDL CLASS A/B drivers for routes in RI, CT, and MA. Extremely competitive salary, medical, dental, 401k, and profit sharing. New equipment, power tailgates. No...

Driver- Class B

  • Attleboro Falls, MA (11 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Attleboro Falls, MA (11 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Clean Harbors in Attleboro, MA is currently looking for a Class B Driver to join their team! Drivers will operate light and heavy-duty trucks delivering and picking up oil, and washer fluid from...

Driver Roll Off - 2336295

  • Norton, MA (13 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norton, MA (13 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: Pay Range: $25/hour (higher depending on experience) What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. Its a way to create opportunities for you and...

CDL-A Car Hauler Driver

  • East Freetown, MA (20 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Freetown, MA (20 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Looking for dedicated truck driving jobs? J.B. Hunt is hiring local CDL-A car hauler drivers! Become a Dedicated Contract Services driver and start enjoying consistent freight and deliveries for a...

Driver Commercial

  • Norton, MA (13 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norton, MA (13 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Pay Range: $25/hour (higher depending on experience) What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. We...

Driver Position / Non Cdl

  • East Providence, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • East Providence, RI
  • 6 days ago

(Additional shifts are always available) Drivers hired will be responsible to wrap, load and deliver product with a hand truck to multiple routed delivery stops nightly....

Route Service Driver - ROS

  • West Bridgewater, MA (22 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Bridgewater, MA (22 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a...

Driver / Delivery Heavy Equipment

  • Johnston, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (8 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 9 days ago

DRIVER / DELIVERY HEAVY EQUIPMENT (JOHNSTON) image 1 of 24 295 scituate ave compensation: Starting pay Scale to correspond with experience ($20-$24)/hr employment type: job title: DRIVER Restivo's...

Class A or B driver needed,Experienced laborors

  • Rehoboth, MA (6 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rehoboth, MA (6 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 9 days ago

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...

Experienced Trailer Dump Driver

  • North Smithfield, RI (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (14 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Experienced Trailer Dump Driver (N. Smithfield, RI) Material Sand Stone Concrete Corp. 618 Greenville Road compensation: Depends on Experience employment type: job title: Trailer Dump Driver...

Commercial Frontload Driver

  • Norton, MA (13 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Norton, MA (13 miles from East Providence, RI)
  • 10 days ago

Hold a current Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with an air brake endorsement. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required: Acceptable driving record required....

Demographic Data for East Providence, RI

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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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Taxi App in React Native
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Taxi Safety and Regulations Course
Introduction to Taxi and private hire driver Operations. This course, designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for providing safe and reliable transportation services. As a...

Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in East Providence, 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 East Providence, RI 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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