Taxi Driver Jobs in Columbia, SC

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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Designated Driver Trainer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago

Designated Driver Trainer WM - 3.3 Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision...

Driver Class B

  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 6 days ago

$23.00 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 while...

Commercial Front Load Driver - CDLB

  • Columbia, SC
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 12 days ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Drivers license with air brakes endorsement....

Paratransit Driver

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Paratransit Driver Active Day - 3.2 West Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $16.50 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance...

Driver-Non CDL Delivery

  • Columbia, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 18 days ago

Drive for BFS, the #1 name in the industry and America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. At Builders FirstSource,...

Armed Driver Guard

  • Columbia, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 20 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...

Driver-Non CDL Delivery

  • Columbia, SC (11 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbia, SC (11 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 20 days ago

PURPOSE Responsible for loading, transporting and delivering materials to customer sites. Adheres to driver safety/compliance regulations, delivers un-damaged goods on schedule, and provides...

Warehouse/Driver

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 20 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 20 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Columbia - West Columbia, SC Salary Range : $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly Description JOB TITLE: Warehouse/Driver As a Warehouse/Driver for Tireco Distributors (TD), you will...

Driver Roll Off - 2331117

  • Elgin, SC (18 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Elgin, SC (18 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 21 days ago

Job Description: As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender...

Yard Driver Non CDL

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 29 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 29 days ago

Position Purpose: As a Yard Driver, you will be responsible for maintaining yard organization and safely spotting trailers at dock doors and throughout the yard. In this role, you will also update...

Technical Svc Driver - Class A

  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Apply now " Job Req ID: 4390 Date: Mar 7, 2025 Tradebe Site: Tradebe Columbia Location: Columbia, SC, US, 29201 Department: Transportation Business Line: Environmental Services & Global Functions...

Driver Non-CDL (PR)

  • Cayce, SC (6 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cayce, SC (6 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nations largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our...

Driver Non-CDL (PR)

  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our...

Class A Shorthaul Driver - Home weekly

  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago

NEW PERFORMANCE PAY BONUS!! Earn an additional $.09 per mile!!! Shorthaul positions available for drivers based in multiple locations, call our recruiters for a list of cities and locations. HOME...

Roadside Assistance Technician / Tow Driver

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

Its a great time to join AAA The Auto Club Group! JOIN THE TEAM COMMITTED TO DRIVING YOUR CAREER FORWARD Job Type: Full time Exempt/Non Exempt: Hourly Job Description: Why Choose a Career with the...

Demographic Data for Columbia, SC

Moving to Columbia, SC? Find some basic demographic data about Columbia, SC below.


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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 Columbia, SC

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 Columbia, SC 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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