Taxi driver, Kaitaraiwa tekihī
Also known as
- Cab driver, ride-share driver
Taxi drivers drive vehicles to transport passengers from a pick-up point to a desired location. They may load and unload luggage and collect payment.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $27
Most common
$37
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Taxi drivers
- usually work shifts, including evenings and weekends, and may work part time
- usually work in vehicles, and travel locally and nationally
- need to be responsible, safety conscious and communicate well
Tasks
- inspect motor vehicles
- calculate costs of goods or services
- clean vehicles or vehicle components
- follow safety procedures for vehicle operation
- drive passenger vehicles
- maintain vehicles in good working condition
- prepare accident or incident reports
- communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement
- receive information or instructions for performing work assignments
- report vehicle or equipment malfunctions
Practical
Enterprising
Social
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job and need to do training to become a taxi driver.
You need
- to have a full driver licence for at least two years
- to pass a 'fit and proper person' check
- to pass a medical assessment
- a passenger (P) endorsement
You may need
- a passenger service licence (PSL)
- to complete on-the-job training courses
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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