Taxi Drivers
Also Called:
Cab Driver,
Taxi Cab Driver,
Taxi Driver
What they do: Drive a motor vehicle to transport passengers on an unplanned basis and charge a fare, usually based on a meter.
- DemandHigh
- state Avg. Salary $$$$$$27,340Download Career Flyer
What do they typically do on the job?
- Collect fares or vouchers from passengers, and make change or issue receipts as necessary.
- Communicate with dispatchers by radio, telephone, or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service.
- Complete accident reports when necessary.
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Data for NSI career cards comes from the following: Idaho Department of Labor, US Bureau of Labor Statistics, O*NET, MyNextMove, and Career OneStop