Taxi Drivers Jobs Pay in Rochester, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$17.02
46.8%Below national average
Range: $16.21 – $17.83
Average Annual Pay
$35,403
46.8%Below national average
Range: $33,717 – $37,088
How much do Taxi Drivers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$14.47/hr
Range: $13.78 – $15.16
Annual Rate
$30,093
Range: $28,659 – $31,525
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.02/hr
Range: $16.21 – $17.83
Annual Rate
$35,403
Range: $33,717 – $37,088
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.57/hr
Range: $18.64 – $20.50
Annual Rate
$40,713
Range: $38,775 – $42,651
Taxi Drivers job description
Taxi Drivers professionals are responsible for safely transporting goods or passengers. They operate vehicles, follow transportation regulations, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining safety standards.
Responsibilities
- •Operate vehicles safely and efficiently
- •Follow transportation routes and schedules
- •Inspect and maintain vehicles
- •Complete required documentation
- •Follow DOT regulations
- •Provide excellent customer service
Skills
- •Safe driving skills
- •Navigation and route planning
- •Time management
- •Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- •Communication
- •Physical fitness
Qualifications
- •Valid commercial driver's license (if required)
- •Clean driving record
- •DOT physical examination
- •Background check
