Taxi Driver Jobs in Tennessee

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, Dedicated Backhaul

  • Performance Foodservice
  • Lascassas, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Lascassas, TN
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

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Roll-off Driver

  • Waste Connections
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

Waste Connections is looking for a safety-conscious Roll-off Driver at our hauling location in Clarksville, TN. Our priority is to make sure we hire safe drivers that care about the service...

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CLASS A or B DRIVER

  • 1-800-PACK-RAT, LLC
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 hours ago

We are seeking motivated and safety-conscious Class A or B CDL drivers to join our team. As a driver, you will be responsible for the delivery and pick-up of portable storage containers while...

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Day Cab Driver

  • Portland, TN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Portland, TN
  • 11 hours ago

Truck Driver Home Daily CDL A. Running in Middle TN & South Central KY. What youll do on a typical day: Safely operate a tractor-trailer. Provide excellent service to customers. Never Load or...

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Swing Driver-2348316

  • Waste Management
  • Kingsport, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Kingsport, TN
  • 17 hours ago

Seeking Experienced CDL Drivers, Industry Experience in All Lines of Business is Preferred This Position Offers Opportunity for Advancement Yearly Boot Allowance What is the value of a WM job? The...

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Driver, Trainee Component

  • McLane
  • Memphis, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 17 hours ago

Take your CDL-A career further! Our drivers work hard to move, supply, and provide for America's favorite brands. Being reliable and dedicated to safety has defined our success as an industry...

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Swing Driver

  • Waste Management
  • Kingsport, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Kingsport, TN
  • 23 hours ago

Seeking Experienced CDL Drivers, Industry Experience in All Lines of Business is Preferred This Position Offers Opportunity for Advancement Yearly Boot Allowance What is the value of a WM job? The...

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Deliver Driver (Non-CDL)

  • 84 Lumber Company
  • Piperton, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Piperton, TN
  • 23 hours ago

Overview Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth,...

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Driver Manager

  • P&S Transportation
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Founded in 2004, P&S Transportation is one of the fastest growing flatbed trucking operations with terminals nationwide. We are continuously expanding and improving our...

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Residential Driver-Nashville TN! Great Opportunity!

  • Waste Pro
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Waste Pro has immediate Openings for Energetic CDL Drivers! $2500.00 SIGN ON RETENTION BONUS TO BE PAID OVER THE FIRST YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT! Everyday thousands of Waste Pro trucks serve millions of...

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Hot Shot Driver

  • Bristol, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Bristol, TN
  • 1 day ago

OTR ROAD HOT SHOT FLAT BED DRIVER NEEDED, MUST BE ABLE TO DRIVE A MANUAL, SPEAK ENGLISH, MUST KNOW AND UNDERSTAND PAPER LOG BOOKS, DRIVER SHOULD BE ABLE TO STAY OUT TWO WEEKS AT A TIME, EXP IS A...

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Local Driver Needed - 53' Dry Van $28/hr

  • La Vergne, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • La Vergne, TN
  • 1 day ago

Gu Logistics Inc: We are seeking for local drivers for dedicated local run position in La Vergne, TN. Job Description: - Pay: $28/hr - Schedule: Monday to Friday - Full Time needed / AVG 8-12hr...

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Driver Helper - Night Shift

  • Performance Food Group
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

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S & D Driver I

  • TBC Corporation
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Data Starting Pay: Company Overview For more than 70 years, TBC Corporation has been a leader in the mobility industry and one of North Americas largest marketers and distributors of...

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Driver - Mr

  • Gerdau
  • Union City, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Union City, TN
  • 1 day ago

At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a differencetogether. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to...

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Demographic Data for Tennessee

Moving to Tennessee? Find some basic demographic data about Tennessee below.


Local
National
6,903,473
143,447

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 Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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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