Taxi Driver Jobs in Ontario

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 39 Jobs

Driver

  • Chatham, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Chatham, ON
  • 1 day ago

Lafarge, one of Canadas leading suppliers of ready mix concrete has a requirement for Ready-Mix truck drivers for the Chathgam area for the upcoming construction season. These positions will be...

Redimix Driver

  • Whitby, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Whitby, ON
  • 2 days ago

Job ID: 506277 Work Type: Full Time Permanent It is a great time to join Dufferin Concrete, A CRH Company! CRH Canada is going through an exciting business transformation which demands first-class...

Driver Settlement Clerk

  • New Hamburg, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hamburg, ON
  • 2 days ago

Job title: Driver Settlement Clerk Job Location: New Hamburg Position Type: Onsite Shift Hours: Monday to Friday; TBD Compensation Range : $18.46 24.06 per hour We Bring Food to Your Familys Table...

DZ Residential Single-Man Manual Side Load Recycle Driver - 2328910

  • Sudbury, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Sudbury, ON
  • 3 days ago

This is a union position located at our Sudbury hauling site. LOADING IS MANUAL! Starting Wage: 26.02/hr. Start time: 6 am-5:30 PM Shift: Tuesday -Friday As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all...

DZ Driver - 2330444

  • London, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • London, ON
  • 3 days ago

This is a union position located at our London hauling site. Includes all tote work, picking up bales, driving, etc. Starting Wage: $30.19/hour Start time: 5 or 6 am Shift: M-F, 9-hour days,...

DZ Driver, Single-Man Side-Load Residential - 2328567

  • Ottawa, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Ottawa, ON
  • 3 days ago

This is a union position located at our hauling site in Carp, Ottawa; Loading is manual! Preferred Experience: At least 1 year of DZ or higher driving experience. Successful candidates often have...

Driver Apprentice G TO D Program - WM Career Day - 2329600

  • Mount Forest, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Forest, ON
  • 3 days ago

DRIVER APPRENTICE G TO D PROGRAM Join us for the 2025 WM Career Day! Friday, March 14th - 10 am to 2 pm 200 SLIGO RD W. Mount Forest, ON N0G 2L2 Apply below to reserve your spot! Industry Leading...

DZ Driver, Manual Side Load $3000 SOB - WM Career Day - 2329294

  • Mount Forest, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Forest, ON
  • 3 days ago

Join us for the 2025 WM Career Day! Friday, March 14th - 10 am to 2 pm Address: 200 Sligo RD W Mount Forest ON N0G 2L2 Apply below to reserve your spot! Industry Leading Benefits Home Every Day...

DZ Driver, Single-Man Manual Side Load $3000SOBWMCareerDay-2330381

  • Mount Forest, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Forest, ON
  • 3 days ago

Join us for the 2025 WM Career Day! Friday, March 14th - 10 am to 2 pm Address: 200 Sligo RD W Mount Forest ON N0G 2L2 Apply below to reserve your spot! Industry Leading Benefits Home Every Day...

DZ Driver, Swing - 2329907

  • Barrie, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Barrie, ON
  • 3 days ago

This is a union position located at our Barrie hauling site. Must be able to drive manual-transmission trucks! Starting Wage: 31.05$ / hr. Start time: 5:30 am Shift: Monday Friday, 45 hr. work...

G Driver

  • Kitchener, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Kitchener, ON
  • 3 days ago

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call...

Under the supervision of the Patrol Maintenance Technician, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining contracted assets (roadways, medians, signs, guardrails, fences, bridges, tunnels,...

Modern Landfill Side Loader, Recycling Driver

  • Niagara Falls, ON
  • 6 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, ON
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary The Rear Packer Driver supports the waste division by operating the vehicle and picking up trash and recyclables from residential and commercial customers, and transporting...

Driver (DOT - CDL)

  • Brockville, ON
  • 6 days ago
  • Brockville, ON
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Driver (DOT - CDL) - 135 Broome Rd, Brockville, ON K6V 5V9 ONBRC Public Store Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 3:00am - 1:00pm OVERVIEW: Find your future at Fastenal! Our...

Shunt Driver

  • Hanover, ON
  • 7 days ago
  • Hanover, ON
  • 7 days ago

Shunt Driver Join our team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture! Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) has an opportunity for a motivated, forward-thinking, and dedicated...

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...
Deep Q-Learning Mastery in the Taxi World
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of Deep Q-Learning with our comprehensive course! If you're ready to unlock the secrets of intelligent decision-making, this is the perfect...

Salary for Taxi Driver Jobs in Ontario

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 Ontario offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.2%
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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