Taxi Drivers
Drive a motor vehicle to transport passengers on an unplanned basis and charge a fare, usually based on a meter.
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Job Zone
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.
Some occupations may need little or no previous experience; others require several months to a year of experience. For example, landscaping and groundskeeping workers might require very little training or previous experience, while agricultural equipment operators can benefit from on-the job training.
Ranges from a few days to one year of on-the-job training.
These occupations involve following instructions and often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include dishwashers, landscaping and groundskeeping workers, counter and rental clerks, dental laboratory technicians, and security guards.
Technology Skills
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
Detailed Work Activities
- 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.
- Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.
Work Styles
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
Reference
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