Taxi Driver Jobs in Rhode Island

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.

1-14 of 14 Jobs

Driver II

  • Providence, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 1 day ago

Summary: Under general supervision of the Central Laundry Manager operates vehicles intra and interstate to pick up and deliver materials and supplies. Must possess a valid Commercial Drivers...

Non-emergency medical transportation driver

  • Cumberland, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Cumberland, RI
  • 2 days ago

As a Non-Emergency Medical Transportation driver you will be responsible for providing reliable and safe transportation to patients/consumers to and from medical appointments within the state of...

Dump Trailer Driver

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 4 days ago

Dump Truck Drivers must have experience, for local Excavation Company, Hauling gravel, stone, loam and demo must have Class A cdl, Pre Employment drug test required, Clean driver record, * Call...

Experienced Trailer Dump Driver

  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 5 days ago

Experienced Trailer Dump Driver needed. Must have at least 2 years experience. CDL Class A required. Full Time position available immediately. Excellent Benefit Package available. Stop in to fill...

Ali Star Inc Up to 70 cents per mile! Average at 3000-4000 weekly mileage! Company will cover transportation expense up to $300 We provide transportation, no hotels, extra luggage, etc. Weekly...

Driver Class B

  • Cranston, RI
  • 8 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 8 days ago

Driver Class B Cranston, RI, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Clean Harbors in Cranston, RI is seeking a Class B CDL Driver to operate light and heavy-duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites;...

Warehouse Driver

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 10 days ago

Power Line Supply (PLS) is seeking to hire a full-time Warehouse Driver to join our growing team! At PLS we see the value of family and time spent with them. That's why our drivers are home each...

Lead Driver (non-CDL) / Mover

  • Warwick, RI
  • 12 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 12 days ago

Starting pay: $16-$19 / hour + tips! TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is now hiring! Our core purpose is to Move People Forward, and that includes our hardworking team members! At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK your...

Driver Wanted

  • Newport, RI
  • 14 days ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 14 days ago

un Driver Wanted (Newport) Ocean Harvest, Inc. 100 Long Wharf near Washigotn St. compensation: pay is on a per trip basis. Generally works out to $25-30/hour employment type: experience level:...

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

  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago

Certifications: Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction Additional Requirements: Minimum 21 years of age....

Part Time Driver - Transport (Tractor Trailer)

  • Cranston, RI
  • 28 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 28 days ago

PBNA $60000 / year Annual salary range: $60,000 - $70,000 Position drives a tractor/trailer truck to make local regional deliveries (up to 275 mile radius) of predominantly finished products or...

Driver, Local Delivery

  • Cranston, RI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 60+ days ago

The Local Driver is responsible for the safe operation of company trucks for timely delivery of products to customer and company locations. The driver will safely load, unload and transfer...

Charter Driver

  • Cranston, RI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 60+ days ago

Minimum Requirements: CDL (Class A or B) with air brake and P endorsement. Strong interpersonal & communication skills. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to work independently....

Motorcoach Driver

  • Cranston, RI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 60+ days ago

Minimum Requirements: CDL (Class A or B) with air brake and P endorsement. Strong interpersonal & communication skills. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to work independently....

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

Moving to Rhode Island? Find some basic demographic data about Rhode Island below.


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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 Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island 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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