Taxi Driver Jobs in West Virginia

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 30 Jobs

Deliver Driver (NON CDL)

  • Charleston, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 1 day ago

The hourly range for this position is $13.75 to $14.50. Delivery Driver Delivery Drivers Keep Aarons Moving This isnt some tedious desk job. On our team, youll be inside, outside, driving,...

Dump Truck/Roll-off Driver - Night Shift

  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeport, WV
  • 3 days ago

The company is is currently looking for dedicated drivers with CDL experience to join our growing team. We offer competitive benefits including: Competitive Starting Wage - Based on Experience....

Rear Load Driver

  • Keyser, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Keyser, WV
  • 4 days ago

About Gold Medal Environmental (GME) / Apple Valley Waste (AVW) Gold Medal Environmental (GME)/ Apple Valley Waste (AVW) is the area’s leading waste management company. Our drivers are not just a...

Route Service Driver

  • South Charleston, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV
  • 4 days ago

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kremes focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founders original recipe. The brands iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts...

Driver Trainee - WILL TRAIN FOR CDL!

  • Wheeling, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Wheeling, WV
  • 4 days ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: No prohibitions to acquiring a commercial drivers license. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Successfully complete Republic Services CDL training program, which includes classroom...

Concrete Mixer Driver

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 5 days ago

Must have a class A or B CDL. Will be driving cement mixer to deliver concrete to and from work sites as assigned, operate other equipment, and various other duties. Hours may vary based off needs...

Lowboy Driver

  • Dunbar, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Dunbar, WV
  • 5 days ago

Employer will be in our Kanawha City WorkForce WV office on April 7th from 9:00AM to 3:00 PM to recruit. Walk-ins are welcome.***Full Time: $25 - $30/hr base on experience. CDL-A Required. Job...

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...

Package Gas Driver 1 - FAIRMONT, WV

  • Fairmont, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairmont, WV
  • 5 days ago

Must possess a valid commercial Class A or B Drivers' License, Hazmat, Air Brake Endorsements, and Medical card; packaged gas straight truck driver; to include pumper, micro-bulk....

Cdl-A Regional Company Driver

  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Parkersburg, WV
  • 6 days ago

Discover a career at Depot Connect International (DCI), a leader in the Tank/ISO Tank Container Services and Tank Trailer Parts industry. We're more than just a service provider; we're a unified...

Lowboy Driver

  • Beckley, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Beckley, WV
  • 6 days ago

Job ID: 509475 Southern West Virginia Paving, Inc., a CRH company, is one of West Virginias premier grading and paving contractors in the state. Southern West Virginia Paving, Inc. performs all...

Driver Class A

  • Wheeling, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Wheeling, WV
  • 7 days ago

Clean Harbors in Wheeling, WV 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...

Rear load Residential Driver

  • Charles Town, WV
  • 8 days ago
  • Charles Town, WV
  • 8 days ago

About Gold Medal Environmental (GME) Gold Medal Environmental (GME) is the area’s leading waste management company. Our drivers are not just a part of our family, but also vital members of the...

Driver Merchandiser

  • Charleston, WV
  • 10 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 10 days ago

Join the team at Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company! Days/Hours of Work: 4 days a week 10 hour shifts Job Summary The Driver Merchandiser at Heartland Coca-Cola is responsible for driving and...

Driver Trainee - WILL TRAIN FOR CDL!

  • Wheeling, WV
  • 13 days ago
  • Wheeling, WV
  • 13 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: A Driver Trainee will be trained by Republic Services to obtain a commercial drivers license (CDL) to then assume the responsibility of a Driver with our Company. Driver Trainees...

Demographic Data for West Virginia

Moving to West Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about West Virginia below.


Local
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Taxi Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
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Taxi App in React Native
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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 West Virginia

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 West Virginia 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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