Taxi Driver Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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.

1-15 of 48 Jobs

Hostler Driver

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 hours ago

Hostler Driver Kent, WA 98032 Employment Type: Temporary Industry: Skilled Trade Job Number: MB-000019 Pay Rate: $24.00/hr to $26/hr Branch: AtWork Seattle Southwest Job Description AtWork Seattle...

Driver/Warehouse Worker

  • Bonney Lake, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bonney Lake, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Fencing Manufacturer & Distribution Company is currently searching for a Driver/Warehouse Worker reporting to the Branch Manager and Yard Supervisor, at our Bonney Lake, WA office. Full-time,...

Driver (DOT - CDL) NonEx

  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Driver (DOT - CDL) - 9190 Orion Dr NE, Lacey, WA 98516 WA100 Distribution Center Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU SUN 10:00pm - 7:00am OVERVIEW: Find your future at Fastenal! Our distribution...

Driver

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago

FONCTIONS ESSENTIELLES : Conduire des ensembles tracteur-remorque, y compris des ensembles doubles (et triples, le cas echeant)....

Driver Driver

  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Driver McLane Company 2.7 ( ) Lakewood, WA # JR100487 Position summary ition reimbursement program, and more! What you'll do as a CDL-A Delivery Driver: Inspect tractor-trailer for defects...

Driver, Trainee Hourly Driver, Trainee Hourly

  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Driver, Trainee Hourly McLane Company 2.7 ( ) Lakewood, WA # JR100305 Position summary Pay Rate: Drivers make $75k to $115k Annually after training. Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision...

Driver - Class A or B

  • Des Moines, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

$29.00 per hour JOB SUMMARY Responsible for delivery and pickup of containers to and/or from customer locations; provide an effective and incident free delivery or pickup of a container while...

Yard Hostler Driver

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago

Yard Hostler Driver Transportation $ 26 / Week location_on Ta, Washington work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is hiring immediately for...

CDL Class A Local Driver

  • Seatac, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Why Work for KeHE? Full-time Pay Range: $31.75/Hr. - $31.75/Hr. Shift Days:, Shift Time: Benefits after 30 days Health/Rx Dental Vision Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA) Supplemental...

Route Utility Driver Tacoma WA

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 5 days ago

About USS United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our customers’ project and event success. Our deep...

Driver Supervisor

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago

The Driver Supervisor is responsible for overseeing a specific group of drivers and monitoring performance and dispatch. This role involves managing the day-to-day functions of the Driver...

Local Driver, TForce Freight

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Come join a growing team at TForce Freight! Offering PENSION, 401K, paid time off, excellent wages and benefits and much more! Pay Rate: $31.50 per hour If you have a positive customer-focused...

Driver - (Non-CDL)

  • Pacific, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pacific, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 6 days ago

The Box Truck Driver drives company trucks to make route deliveries and completes paperwork....

Non CDL Yard Hostler Driver

  • Bonney Lake, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bonney Lake, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Non CDL Yard Hostler Driver Advantage Technical Services, Inc - Bonney Lake, WA Posted: 7/31/2025 - Expires: 10/29/2025 Job ID: 292251875 Job Description Staffmark is seeking new talent in Sumner,...

Parachute Rigger/Driver with CDL - Joint Base Lewis McChord

  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Parachute Rigger/Driver with CDL - Joint Base Lewis McChord TRAX International - Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord, WA Posted: 8/1/2025 - Expires: 10/30/2025 Job ID: 292261424 Apply Now I have already...

Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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 Tacoma, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
38.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
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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