How do they match: Taxi Drivers

  • Drive a motor vehicle to transport passengers on an unplanned basis and charge a fare, usually based on a meter.

  • 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.
  • Provide passengers with assistance entering and exiting vehicles, and help them with any luggage.
  • Report to taxicab services or garages to receive vehicle assignments.
  • Test vehicle equipment, such as lights, brakes, horns, or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation.
  • Turn the taximeter on when passengers enter the cab, and turn it off when they reach the final destination.

  • Assist passengers during vehicle boarding.
  • Clean vehicles or vehicle components.
  • Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
  • Drive passenger vehicles.
  • Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
  • Inspect motor vehicles.
  • Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
  • Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.