What it pays
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Half of all Taxi Drivers in the U.S. earn more than $42,100 a year — the middle 80% land between $34,650 and $75,800. About 41,050 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Taxi Drivers”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Plant and machine operators and assemblers earn about ₹17,329 a month on average — around ₹2.1 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$42,100typical pay / year
41,050people in this work
$75,800+top 10% earn
₹2.1 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Move6
Follow traffic laws and regulations
+Drive my cab on the A3 and through central Croydon today obeying speed limits, junction rules and taxi-rank…
Follow traffic laws and regulations
+Drive my cab on the A3 and through central Croydon today obeying speed limits, junction rules and taxi-rank regulations, keep the meter running correctly, stop only where legal, record any traffic incidents in the log and report a police contact if rules are breached.
The tools that do the workDigital DispatchESCOjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Manage vehicle servicing
+Book the cab in for service at Greenford Garage for the 10,000-mile check on Thursday, note tyre, brake and…
Manage vehicle servicing
+Book the cab in for service at Greenford Garage for the 10,000-mile check on Thursday, note tyre, brake and oil items to be inspected, confirm a loan car if available, add the service cost to petty cash records and set a reminder after completion.
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Take fares
+Accept the fare from Mrs. Khan to Heathrow, confirm the fixed fare and route, start and check the meter is…
Take fares
+Accept the fare from Mrs. Khan to Heathrow, confirm the fixed fare and route, start and check the meter is correct, take contact details if she wants an invoice, issue a printed receipt, and record cash received into the day's takings log.
The tools that do the workMobile Knowledge CabmateESCOjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Help passengers load/unload luggage
+Help Mr. Patel lift his suitcase into the boot at his home, inspect the weight and balance before closing,…
Help passengers load/unload luggage
+Help Mr. Patel lift his suitcase into the boot at his home, inspect the weight and balance before closing, ask if he needs assistance at the other end, note any damaged luggage so I can report it, and keep movement safe for my back.
The tools that do the workEventHelix WebTaxijob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Respond to passenger inquiries and requests
+Answer the passenger in the rear about the quickest route to the station, explain our card and cash options,…
Respond to passenger inquiries and requests
+Answer the passenger in the rear about the quickest route to the station, explain our card and cash options, offer a quieter route if they prefer, confirm whether they want music or climate adjusted, and note any special needs on the booking.
The tools that do the workGPC Autocabjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle
+Deep-clean the cab tonight: vacuum seats and boot, wipe and disinfect high-touch areas, empty and reconcile…
Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle
+Deep-clean the cab tonight: vacuum seats and boot, wipe and disinfect high-touch areas, empty and reconcile rubbish and lost-property tray, top up hand-sanitiser and tissue supplies, and mark the vehicle as cleaned in the shift log.
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The daily work13
Complete accident reports when necessary.
+Fill out the accident report for the fender bender on Elm and 5th at 14:20 today, include passenger names, my…
Complete accident reports when necessary.
+Fill out the accident report for the fender bender on Elm and 5th at 14:20 today, include passenger names, my vehicle plate A23-9PL, photographs I took, witness statements, estimated damage, and submit to the fleet office before the end of my shift.
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Keep records of trips and fares
+Record each fare from today’s shift: start and end times, pickup and drop addresses, meter readings, cash…
Keep records of trips and fares
+Record each fare from today’s shift: start and end times, pickup and drop addresses, meter readings, cash versus card, tips, and reconcile totals so the daily takings match the cash box before handing over to the dispatcher.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsWikipedia
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Drive taxicabs or privately owned vehicles to transport passengers.
+Drive the evening airport run from downtown to Terminal 2 at 18:30, keep to the quickest safe route, maintain…
Drive taxicabs or privately owned vehicles to transport passengers.
+Drive the evening airport run from downtown to Terminal 2 at 18:30, keep to the quickest safe route, maintain smooth driving for three passengers with luggage, and update the dispatcher on any delays.
The tools that do the workO*NET
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Test vehicle equipment, such as lights, brakes, horns, or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation.
+Run the pre-shift safety check now: test headlights, brake lights, horn, wipers and handbrake, note any…
Test vehicle equipment, such as lights, brakes, horns, or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation.
+Run the pre-shift safety check now: test headlights, brake lights, horn, wipers and handbrake, note any faults with brief description and whether they are roadworthy, then report defects to maintenance before taking fares.
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Select the fastest or requested route
+Choose the fastest route to Mrs. Alvarez at 412 Pine Street for her 08:15 pickup, avoid the Main Street…
Select the fastest or requested route
+Choose the fastest route to Mrs. Alvarez at 412 Pine Street for her 08:15 pickup, avoid the Main Street closure and the 07:45 school dropoff area, and tell her if alternate routing adds more than five minutes.
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Use GPS or maps to navigate
+Drive to the hospital on Ridge Road using the mapped route that avoids tolls, tell the three passengers the…
Use GPS or maps to navigate
+Drive to the hospital on Ridge Road using the mapped route that avoids tolls, tell the three passengers the ETA, and immediately re-route if traffic increases the arrival time by more than ten minutes.
The tools that do the workDigital Dispatchjob descriptions
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Look after customers
+See passengers safely from pickup to drop-off: confirm names and destination, collect the fare and any…
Look after customers
+See passengers safely from pickup to drop-off: confirm names and destination, collect the fare and any change, help with luggage, report any delays or vehicle issues to dispatch, and leave a short note if a follow-up or refund is needed.
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Effective perception of transport environment
+Scan the road and pavement for hazards, check mirrors and blind spots every two minutes, listen for unusual…
Effective perception of transport environment
+Scan the road and pavement for hazards, check mirrors and blind spots every two minutes, listen for unusual vehicle sounds, log any maintenance needs, and reposition the vehicle to a safer bay if traffic or sightlines worsen.
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Operate wheelchair lifts when needed
+Operate the wheelchair lift for Mrs. Alvarez at the airport terminal, secure her chair and the ramp, explain…
Operate wheelchair lifts when needed
+Operate the wheelchair lift for Mrs. Alvarez at the airport terminal, secure her chair and the ramp, explain the steps to her companion, confirm the lift cycles smoothly before departure and log the lift use in the run sheet.
The tools that do the workMobile Knowledge Cabmatejob descriptions
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Work flexible hours including nights and weekends
+Accept the Friday night airport shift and the Sunday morning cover, confirm I will be available from 22:00 to…
Work flexible hours including nights and weekends
+Accept the Friday night airport shift and the Sunday morning cover, confirm I will be available from 22:00 to 04:00, note the double-time rates, and message dispatch that I can take late bookings and airport runs.
The tools that do the workEventHelix WebTaxijob descriptions
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Drive in urban areas and heavy traffic
+Drive the 08:00 to 10:00 city run, expect heavy traffic on Main and 3rd, keep a safe following distance, take…
Drive in urban areas and heavy traffic
+Drive the 08:00 to 10:00 city run, expect heavy traffic on Main and 3rd, keep a safe following distance, take the bus lane where permitted, and report any mechanical warnings immediately after drop-off.
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Handle payment transactions accurately
+Take the card and cash fare from Mr. Patel, check the payment total against the meter, issue a printed…
Handle payment transactions accurately
+Take the card and cash fare from Mr. Patel, check the payment total against the meter, issue a printed receipt, place cash in the till, record the card transaction reference, and reconcile totals at the end of the shift.
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Adhere to schedules and time commitments
+Keep to the 09:30 airport pickup schedule, anticipate delays, call the passenger if I’m more than five…
Adhere to schedules and time commitments
+Keep to the 09:30 airport pickup schedule, anticipate delays, call the passenger if I’m more than five minutes late, follow the timed pickup procedure, and update dispatch if I cannot make the slot.
The tools that do the workPenchant Software dispatchOfficeWikipedia
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