Taxi Driver Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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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Warehouse Driver

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Warehouse Driver Classification: Regular, Full Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Warehouse Manager Power-Flo Technologies Syracuse is seeking a warehouse driver to join our team....

City Driver

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 3 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable) and/or straight trucks Perform daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment Hook/unhook...

Local P&D Driver (Class B)

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Responsible for safely operating a Class B CDL Straight Truck in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local laws with regard to run times and Federal Motor Carrier...

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

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 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 Class A with a $5000 signing bonus

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Clean Harbors in Location is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum...

Driver II

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Description Driver As a Driver with Colony Hardware, you will be the backbone of our company who make our mission to provide top quality products to commercial contractors and industrial accounts...

Driver

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 60+ days ago

Salary: $22/hr (Part Time and Full Time Opportunities Available) Title: Driver Reports to: Director of Operations (DOO) or management designee Summary: The responsibilities include but are not...

Armed Driver Guard

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 60+ days ago

With a network of nearly 200 branches, Loomis armored transportation, cash management centers, and cash inventory vaults keep cash flowing throughout financial institutions and retail businesses...

Bulk Tank Driver - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Become eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus when you join our team! Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your career. General Description: The Bulk...

Semi Driver- Lafayette

  • La Fayette, NY (11 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • La Fayette, NY (11 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 25 days ago

Job Details Job Location : SNP LaFayette - LaFayette, NY Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $26.00 - $30.00 Description Position Specifics Department: Transportation Reports to:...

HazMat Industrial Services Driver/Tech - CDL (B)

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The HazMat Industrial Services Driver/Technician will be responsible for proper transportation of various waste streams at various generator sites. Perform the operational...

Semi Driver - Cazenovia

  • Cazenovia, NY (18 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cazenovia, NY (18 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : SNP Cazenovia - Cazenovia, NY Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $26.00 - $30.00 Description Position Specifics Department: Transportation Reports to:...

Driver / Laborer

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

NOW HIRING DRIVERS Come visit TWO MEN AND A TRUCK! We are the moving company that moves people forward, both personally and professionally. What We Offer STARTING PAY: $18.50 per hour PLUS tips,...

Driver - Class B

  • Clay, NY (10 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clay, NY (10 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Pay Rate: $24.00 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...

Seasonal Lot Driver - Syracuse Airport

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Seasonal Lot Driver - Syracuse Airport Location Syracuse Category Automotive / Transportation - Driver Job ID 2025-508316 Overview Enterprise Mobility operates the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National...

Demographic Data for Syracuse, NY

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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Taxi App in React Native
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Taxi Safety and Regulations Course
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Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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 Syracuse, NY 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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