Taxi Driver Jobs in La Quinta, CA

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 Loader/Installer

  • Palm Desert, CA (4 miles from La Quinta, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palm Desert, CA (4 miles from La Quinta, CA)
  • 2 days ago

IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Driver Loader/Installer Position: Full-Time/Hourly Location: Palm Desert, CA No CDL License not required, but preferred. Must possess clean driving record and pass Non-DOT...

Passenger Driver needed for Monday thru Friday (some weekend overtime

  • La Quinta, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • La Quinta, CA
  • 7 days ago

Driver with class B/P or C license for transporting passengers who are developmentally disabled Monday thru Friday routes and weekends if interested. Must have clean background record and MUST be...

Driver

  • Palm Desert, CA (4 miles from La Quinta, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palm Desert, CA (4 miles from La Quinta, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Driver Schedule: 8:00 am- 4:00 pm Pay Range: $18.50-$19.50 The Carlotta is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group, we...

Driver - Per Diem

  • La Quinta, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • La Quinta, CA
  • 14 days ago

At WelbeHealth our Drivers do more than just get our participants to where they need to go. Our Drivers play a critical role in operations, as they are the wheels that maintain our day-to-day...

Concrete Mixer Driver

  • Indio, CA (3 miles from La Quinta, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Indio, CA (3 miles from La Quinta, CA)
  • 27 days ago

CONCRETE MIXER DRIVER Indio, CA $25.60 - $30.40phr DOE Superior Ready Mix has been in business for 65+ years and we are continuing to grow! We manufacture and deliver concrete, aggregate and...

Custodian/ Driver 13-005 - SC/ Cathedral City Corps

  • Cathedral City, CA (14 miles from La Quinta, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cathedral City, CA (14 miles from La Quinta, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Mission Statement The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love...

Demographic Data for La Quinta, CA

Moving to La Quinta, CA? Find some basic demographic data about La Quinta, CA below.


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Taxi App in React Native
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Food Safety for Drivers
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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in La Quinta, CA

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 La Quinta, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.6%
Bachelor's Degree
18.6%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.2%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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