Taxi Driver Jobs in Smithfield, 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

  • Mansfield, MA (17 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mansfield, MA (17 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview **DAILY PAY AVAILABLE** $20.00 - $22.00/ Hour GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR RETIREES! ** Part-Time and Per-Diem ** Drivers - Adult Day Center / Shuttle Driver Special Needs If you have PASSION,...

Driver-Utility 2/C

  • Northbridge, MA (17 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Northbridge, MA (17 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 16 hours ago

About us** Pay: $46.29 Location: Whiitinsville, Ma **Job Purpose** **Key Accountabilities** + Perform hoisting, rigging, and logistics duties related to the maintenance and construction of...

Driver-Utility 2/C Job Details National Grid

  • Whitinsville, MA (16 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Whitinsville, MA (16 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 20 hours ago

About us Pay: $46.29 Location: Whiitinsville, Ma Job Purpose Key Accountabilities Perform hoisting, rigging, and logistics duties related to the maintenance and construction of electrical...

Driver - Class B

  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Established in 2006 as a division of Golden State Foods, Quality Custom Distribution (QCD) provides custom distribution services to iconic customers throughout the United States....

Driver WW Fluid II

  • Attleboro, MA (12 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (12 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Murphy's Waste Oil in Attleboro, MA is looking for a Local Class B Route Driver to join their safety conscious team! As a Local Class B Route Driver you will be responsible for delivery of washer...

Residential Driver

  • Norton, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norton, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 2 days ago

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CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Part-time

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Driver

  • Bellingham, MA (12 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bellingham, MA (12 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Driver 2.8 2.8 out of 5 stars 160 Mechanic Street, Bellingham, MA 02019 TriMark USA is the country's largest provider of design services, equipment, and supplies to the foodservice industry. We...

Local Driver - TForce Freight

  • Lincoln, RI (4 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lincoln, RI (4 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Local Driver - TForce Freight Job Summary: This full-time position involves the driving of a tractor-trailer and the daily pick-up and delivery of freight from numerous commercial and...

Shipping & Driver / Delivery Heavy Equipment

  • Johnston, RI (5 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (5 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 6 days ago

SHIPPING & 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:...

Shag Driver/Yard Jockey - Local Driver

  • Plainfield, CT (24 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainfield, CT (24 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 6 days ago

SHAG DRIVER/YARD JOCKEY - LOCAL DRIVER TMC Transportation Plainfield, CT (Onsite) Full-Time Job Details TMC has a job opening for shag drivers on our dedicated customer's yard in Bloomfield, CT!...

Driver/Monitor - Part Time

  • Uxbridge, MA (12 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (12 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 7 days ago

The Driver/Monitor reports to the Transportation Coordinator. Drivers/Monitors are directly responsible for the daily transportation and monitoring of developmentally disabled / physically...

Driver Non CDL

  • West Warwick, RI (14 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Warwick, RI (14 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 7 days ago

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That's why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you're...

Driver

  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Granite City Electric Supply is the area's premiere electrical distributor serving electrical contractors as well as residential, commercial and industrial customers for over 100 years. With...

Roll Off Driver

  • Oxford, MA (22 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Oxford, MA (22 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Pratt Waste & Recycling is looking for a safety conscience Roll Off Driver to join our GROWING team in Oxford, MA. Drivers interested in secure, steady employment in a family atmosphere are...

Demographic Data for Smithfield, RI

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, RI offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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