Taxi and Limousine Drivers and Chauffeurs

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Taxi and limousine drivers drive automobiles and limousines to transport passengers. Chauffeurs drive automobiles and limousines to transport personnel and visitors of businesses, government or other organizations or members of private households.

Outlook

Good

Wage

Low: $14.15
Median: $14.15
High: $18.10

Training

• A Class 4 driver's licence is required.
• Taxi and limousine drivers require good knowledge of the geographical area to be covered.
• Some secondary school education is usually required.
• A minimum of one year of safe driving experience is usually required.
•Taxi drivers usually require a municipal permit.
•First aid certification may be required.

Places of Employment

Taxi and limousine drivers are employed by taxi and other transportation service companies, or they may be self-employed. Chauffeurs are employed by businesses, government and other organizations, or private individuals or families.

Regulated

Yes

Regulated Occupation Name

Taxi/Limosine Driver

Regulated Authority

Hours

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