Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

• 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.—
• Determine fares based on trip distances and times, using taximeters and fee schedules, and announce fares to passengers.—
• Drive taxicabs or privately owned vehicles to transport passengers.—
• Follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation, and ensure that passengers follow safety regulations.—
• Notify dispatchers or company mechanics of vehicle problems.—
• Perform minor vehicle repairs, such as cleaning spark plugs, or take vehicles to mechanics for servicing.—
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance, such as regulating tire pressure and adding gasoline, oil, and water.—
• Pick up passengers at prearranged locations, at taxi stands, or by cruising streets in high-traffic areas.—
• Provide passengers with assistance entering and exiting vehicles, and help them with any luggage.—
• Provide passengers with information or advice about the local area, points of interest, hotels, or restaurants.—

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

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Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

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Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

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General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

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Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

• Dependability76

  A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.

• Integrity57

  A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

• Stress Tolerance54

  A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.

• Cautiousness52

  A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.

• Self-Control52

  A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.

• Cooperation48

  A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.

• Social Orientation45

  A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.

• Adaptability44

  A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.

• Perseverance44

  A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.

• Attention to Detail39

  A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.

• Optimism38

  A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.

• Sincerity36

  A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

• Realistic79

  Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.

• Conventional63

  Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.

• Social30

  Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.

• Enterprising25

  Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.

• Investigative2

  Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.

• Artistic0

  Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

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Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

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Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

• Spreadsheet software

  Microsoft Excel

• Mobile location based services software

  Digital Dispatch, Easy Dispatch, Piccolo Software PiccoloTaxi, TSS Wireless Fleet Management Suite

• Data base user interface and query software

  Actsoft Comet Tracker, Penchant Software dispatchOffice, TranWare Enterprise Suite

• Office suite software

  Microsoft Office software

• Operating system software

  Microsoft Windows

• Web page creation and editing software

  Facebook

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

• American Public Transportation Association
• International Association of Public Transport
• National Limousine Association
• South West Transit Association
• International Brotherhood of Teamsters
• United Motorcoach Association

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

• Bus Drivers
• Driver/Sales Workers and Truck Drivers
• Subway, streetcar, and other rail transportation workers
• Parking Lot Attendants
• Bus Drivers
• Dispatchers
• Miscellaneous transportation workers, including bridge and lock tenders and traffic technicians
• Driver/Sales Workers and Truck Drivers
• Couriers and Messengers
• Driver/Sales Workers and Truck Drivers
• Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
• Mining Machine Operators
• Locomotive Engineers and Operators
• Transportation attendants, except flight attendants
• Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
• Subway, streetcar, and other rail transportation workers
• Heavy Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Service Technicians and Mechanics
• Locomotive Engineers and Operators
• Transportation Inspectors

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

• Clean vehicles or vehicle components.
• Drive passenger vehicles.
• Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
• Provide transportation information to passengers or customers.
• Assist passengers during vehicle boarding.
• Calculate costs of goods or services.
• Collect fares or payment from customers.
• Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
• Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
• Inspect motor vehicles.
• Prepare accident or incident reports.
• Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.