Taxi Driver Jobs in Mercedes, TX

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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NOW HIRING CDL Flatbed Local Driver/ Shop Handy-man!

  • McAllen, TX (20 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 17 hours ago
  • McAllen, TX (20 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 17 hours ago

Now Hiring a CDL local driver. 3+ years cdl driving experience required, Flatbed experience preferred but not mandatory. Fork lift operating skills preferred. Duties include: Load and deliver...

Texas Driver

  • Edinburg, TX (17 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Edinburg, TX (17 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 6 days ago

CR TRANSPORT LLC is hiring solo drivers! (EDINBURG) 3410 N. TERRY RD. EDINBURG, TX compensation:.50 cpm Base pay and up to.59 cpm with bonuses employment type: full-time job title: TEXAS DRIVER...

Driver Manager

  • McAllen, TX (20 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • McAllen, TX (20 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 13 days ago

Driver Manager Pharr, TX $45k-$50k /year Position Summary: The Driver Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and dispatching a group of drivers to ensure operational efficiency,...

CLD DRIVER NEEDED ONLY TEXASse paga bien

  • San Juan, TX (15 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 24 days ago
  • San Juan, TX (15 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 24 days ago

un $$CLD DRIVER NEEDED ONLY TEXAS$$se paga bien$$ (Pharr tx) TLC Transport Group compensation: $$$ negotiable/negociable$$$ employment type: job title: CDL Driver Looking for an individual with at...

Forklift Driver-Pharr

  • Pharr, TX (18 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Pharr, TX (18 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Between $11.00 and $12.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Hidalgo County $10.34 - $15.08 Per hour Forklift Driver-Pharr LHM Employment Group Occupation: Industrial Truck and...

Looking for CDL Hazmat shot shot driver

  • Weslaco, TX (6 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Weslaco, TX (6 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Looking for CDL Hazmat shot shot driver (Weslaco) Island Pyros compensation: Give quote employment type: experience level: senior level job title: CDL Driver Looking for CDL Hazmat Hotshot driver...

Non CDL Hot Shot Driver

  • Edinburg, TX (17 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Edinburg, TX (17 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Non CDL Hot Shot Driver (Edinburg) compensation: % employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Non CDL Hot Shot Driver We're looking for Non CDL Hot Shot Driver. Requirements: Older...

Care Mobile Unit Driver/ Building & Grounds Maintenance

  • Harlingen, TX (16 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Harlingen, TX (16 miles from Mercedes, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Care Mobile Unit driver: Performs a variety of duties working as directed by Building/Ground Maintenance Supervisor and/or Facility Manager to enhance the...

Demographic Data for Mercedes, TX

Moving to Mercedes, TX? Find some basic demographic data about Mercedes, TX below.


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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Mercedes, TX

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 Mercedes, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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