Transport & StorageISCO 8322
Taxi driver
Taxi drivers operate a licensed private passenger transportation vehicle, looking after customers, taking fares and managing vehicle servicing.
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Rate 5 of the 22 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.
drive in urban areas
read maps
operate radio dispatch systems for taxis
maintain vehicle appearance
handle petty cash
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (22)
geographic areasgeographic areasThe detailed knowledge of a geographical area where different organisations carry out operations.mechanical components of vehiclesmechanical components of vehiclesThe mechanical components used in vehicles, their maintenance needs, potential malfunctions and resolution actions.transport topographytransport topographyKnowledge of the local transport topography, including roads, traffic hotspots, and alternative routes to reach a destination.communicate with customerscommunicate with customersRespond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.drive in urban areasdrive in urban areasDrive vehicles in urban areas. Interpret and understand transit signs in a city, the regulation of traffic, and the related common automobility agreements in an urban area.read mapsread mapsRead maps effectively.use different communication channelsuse different communication channelsMake use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.operate radio dispatch systems for taxisoperate radio dispatch systems for taxisOperate radio dispatching systems for taxi driving activities.maintain vehicle appearancemaintain vehicle appearanceMaintain vehicle appearance by washing, cleaning and performing minor adjustments and repairs.handle petty cashhandle petty cashHandle petty cash for minor expenses and transactions required for the daily running of a business.tolerate sitting for long periodstolerate sitting for long periodsHave the patience to remain seated for long periods of time; maintain an appropriate and ergonomic posture while sitting.ensure vehicle operabilityensure vehicle operabilityKeep the vehicle clean and in roadworthy condition. Ensure regular maintenance of the vehicle and provide valid official documents such as licenses and permits where appropriate.use communication devicesuse communication devicesOperate communication devices in order to interact with customers, colleagues, and others.assist passengersassist passengersProvide help to people getting in and out of their car or any other transportation vehicle, by opening doors, provide physical support or hold belongings. Keep safety measures and procedures in mind.operate GPS systemsoperate GPS systemsUse GPS Systems.apply knowledge of human behaviourapply knowledge of human behaviourPractice principles related to group behaviour, trends in society, and influence of societal dynamics.lift heavy weightslift heavy weightsLift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.park vehiclespark vehiclesPark motorised vehicles without compromising the integrity of vehicles and safety of people.tolerate stresstolerate stressMaintain a temperate mental state and effective performance under pressure or adverse circumstances.provide customers with price informationprovide customers with price informationProvide customers with accurate and up-to-date information about charges and price rates.organise vehicle breakdown supportorganise vehicle breakdown supportTake all the measures necessary to provide technical support and assistance in case of vehicle breakdown.follow verbal instructionsfollow verbal instructionsHave the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.
Optional (6) — show
provide high-end driving servicesprovide high-end driving servicesDrive vehicles such as limousines or taxis for high-end services. Transport people and goods providing optimal service quality, safety, and efficiency.adapt to changing situationsadapt to changing situationsChange approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.solve location and navigation problems by using GPS toolssolve location and navigation problems by using GPS toolsUse applications and devices which provide users with accurate assessment of their location using system of satellites, such as navigation systems.maintain privacy of service usersmaintain privacy of service usersRespect and maintain the dignity and privacy of the client, protecting his or her confidential information and clearly explaining policies about confidentiality to the client and other parties involve...provide private transport servicesprovide private transport servicesPerform private transport services ensuring compliance with all applicable requirements. Ensure that consideration is given to the performance of this work with the aim of providing the best possible ...perform services in a flexible mannerperform services in a flexible mannerAdapt service approach when circumstances change.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a taxi driver do?
Taxi drivers operate a licensed private passenger transportation vehicle, looking after customers, taking fares and managing vehicle servicing.
What skills does a taxi driver need?
A taxi driver needs 22 essential skills, including geographic areas, mechanical components of vehicles, transport topography, communicate with customers, drive in urban areas.
Will AI replace taxi driver jobs?
The AI disruption score for taxi driver is 37/100 (moderate risk). Skills most exposed to automation: transport topography, provide customers with price information, handle petty cash. Most resilient: tolerate sitting for long periods, tolerate stress, assist passengers.
AI Replacement Risk
37/ 100
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