Taxi Driver Jobs in West Hartford, CT

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

  • Manchester, CT (12 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Manchester, CT (12 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 10 hours ago

Enjet Aero machines and fabricates complex jet engine parts, components and assemblies for leading OEMs in the commercial, defense and general aviation sectors. Our goal is to be regarded as an...

CDL A City P&D Driver

  • Meriden, CT (14 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Meriden, CT (14 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

CDL A City P&D Drivers, Starting at $31.64 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Our drivers are home every day! Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the...

Driver / Laborer

  • Rocky Hill, CT (8 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT (8 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

NOW HIRING TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is hiring drivers. Starting pay: $20/hour plus tips. Must be 21 years of age with a valid driver's license. No experience or CDL necessary. Fast interview and hiring...

Frameless Dump Body Driver

  • Waterbury, CT (20 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (20 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

External Description: WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Tractor Trailer Driver. They are responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt, courteous and complete...

CDL A Semi Driver Start no, Home Daily

  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Please Respond with your Cell number, and we will call you to schedule an interview. Drivers Position for Semi Truck with a 53 foot Trailer. Pay starts at $25 and UP, increases depending on...

Maintainer (Driver/Equipment Operator) (37.5 Hour)

  • Middletown, CT (15 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (15 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Maintainer (Driver/Equipment Operator) (37.5 Hour) State of Connecticut - Department of Children & Families - 3.9 Middletown, CT Job Details Full-time $43,571 - $55,176 a year 1 day ago...

DOT Driver

  • Berlin, CT (10 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Berlin, CT (10 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 6 days ago

DOT Driver Bodycote offers: $1,500 Sign-On Retention Bonus! Paid holidays and paid time off. 401K match, Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for employees and families. Ability to work full-time, 40...

Driver/labor/carpenters helper

  • West Hartford, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT
  • 7 days ago

un Driver/labor/carpenters helper (west Hartford) compensation: $20, per Hr. W-2 employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Driver/Laber /Carpenters helper DRIVER/LABORER...

Warehouse Driver w/CDL A or B plus Hazmat

  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 9 days ago

National Oak Distributors is seeking a Warehouse Delivery Driver for our Hartford warehouse. This person will driver a 26-ft. box truck over an established route to deliver products or render...

Maintainer (Driver/Equipment Operator) (37.5 Hour) (Office/On-site) - #250226-0381TC-001

  • Rocky Hill, CT (8 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT (8 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 9 days ago

Introduction Are you ready to make a real impact as a Maintainer (Driver/Equipment Operator)? Join us today and be part of something meaningful! The State of Connecticut, Department of Veterans...

Maintainer (Driver/Equipment Operator) (37.5 Hour) - #250226-0381TC-002

  • Middletown, CT (15 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (15 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 9 days ago

Introduction Are you looking to work in our state providing safe and secure transportation for our agency? If so, we want you to join us! The State of Connecticut, the Department of Children and...

Transportation Driver

  • Canton, CT (11 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Canton, CT (11 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 13 days ago

Favarh - Arc of the Farmington Valley Transportation Driver in Canton , Connecticut We're hiring a dedicated Driver! Safely transport individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities...

Chair Car Driver

  • Meriden, CT (14 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (14 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 14 days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 35,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you...

Warehouse/Driver

  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 15 days ago

JOB TITLE: Warehouse/Driver As a Warehouse/Driver for Tireco Distributors (TD), you will be the face of our company and on the front lines delivering the essential products that keep our country...

Driver, Open Deck OTR

  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (5 miles from West Hartford, CT)
  • 16 days ago

DSV Air & Sea Inc Driver, Open Deck OTR in Hartford , Connecticut If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country,please contact your Human Resource...

Demographic Data for West Hartford, CT

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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in West Hartford, CT

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 West Hartford, CT 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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