Taxi Driver Jobs in Newport, DE

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 License Examiner (Malvern)

  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Malvern, PA (22 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 3 hours ago

Yes No 07 Do you have BOTH a P endorsement AND an N endorsement on your CDL? Yes No 08 Do you have BOTH a P endorsement AND an X endorsement on your CDL?...

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Driver

  • Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kennett Square, PA (11 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class C with a "P" endorsement or be willing to obtain a CDL- Class C with "P" endorsement....

CDL-A Refrigerated-Company Driver-$0.50 per mile North East, Maryland

  • North East, MD (20 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • North East, MD (20 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Welcome Home! Hirschbach Motor Lines has immediate opportunities on lease for independent contractors. $800 Orientation Pay *Experienced drives only. Trainees are not eligible for this offer. Talk...

CDL-A Team-Refrigerated-Company Driver-$0.70 per mile-North East, Maryland

  • North East, MD (20 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • North East, MD (20 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 2 days ago

TEAM UP WITH HIRSCHBACH We have immediate opportunities for company driver team positions. $800 Orientation Pay Paid to Each Team Driver Talk to a recruiter for details. Would you like? $0.70 CPM...

Driver Trainee (Jockey)

  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: Safely handle and maneuver tractor/trailers and other large equipment to facilitate the loading and unloading operations in the yard Properly cube, load and unload freight using a...

Short Haul Driver

  • Swedesboro, NJ (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Short Haul Driver at Americold Logistics, LLC. Short Haul Driver at Americold Logistics, LLC. in Swedesboro, New Jersey Posted in General Business 21 days ago. Type: Full-Time Job Description:...

CDL-A Local Driver / Forklift Operator, Part-time

  • Chester, PA (15 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chester, PA (15 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 4 days ago

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Driver

  • Media, PA (17 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 11 days ago
  • Media, PA (17 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Requirements: High School diploma or GED preferred Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A license and be able to successfully demonstrate the...

Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed)

  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 11 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary: Will be required to operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including, but not limited to, operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc. and must be...

Driver

  • Wilmington, DE (5 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (5 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 11 days ago

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships...

Driver

  • New Castle, DE (5 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Castle, DE (5 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and...

Driver, Hourly CDL-A

  • Swedesboro, NJ (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 12 days ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 12 days ago

Apply Job ID: 117910BR Type: Transportation Salary: $30/hr Primary Location: Swedesboro, New Jersey Date Posted: 04/07/2025 Job Details: Company Description Vistar customers are everywhere people...

Local Driver - TForce Freight

  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 16 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (14 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 16 days ago

Job Title: Local Driver - TForce Freight Job Summary: This full-time position involves the driving of a tractor-trailer and the daily pick-up and delivery of freight from numerous commercial and...

Yard Driver-Monday-Thursday Afternoon Shift

  • Paulsboro, NJ (22 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 22 days ago
  • Paulsboro, NJ (22 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 22 days ago

Here at Rehrig Pacific, we are all about our people. Since 1913, our organization has focused on sustainable supply chain solutions while creating a culture and atmosphere where amazing people,...

Driver/Helper (Non-CDL)

  • Paoli, PA (23 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 23 days ago
  • Paoli, PA (23 miles from Newport, DE)
  • 23 days ago

Salary: $20/hr Title: Driver Reports to: Director of Operations (DOO) or management designee Summary: The responsibilities include but are not limited to being responsible for collecting customer...

Demographic Data for Newport, DE

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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
What do you say when a passenger approaches? Do you already have a made-up sentence or improvise? Would you know how to start a conversation about the weather forecast during the race?Being a taxi...
Taxi App in React Native
Please note that this is not a "full taxi app", it's definitely lacks some functionality before you can either sell it or deploy it to a app store. It doesn't have any fare monitoring or payment...
Taxi Safety and Regulations Course
Introduction to Taxi and private hire driver Operations. This course, designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for providing safe and reliable transportation services. As a...

Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Newport, DE

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 Newport, DE offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
19.7%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%



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