Drive automobiles, vans, or limousines to transport passengers. May occasionally carry cargo. Includes hearse drivers.
<ul><li>Test vehicle equipment, such as lights, brakes, horns, or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation.</li><li>Follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation and ensure that passengers follow safety regulations.</li><li>Notify dispatchers or company mechanics of vehicle problems.</li><li>Drive taxicabs, limousines, company cars, or privately owned vehicles to transport passengers.</li><li>Complete accident reports when necessary.</li><li>Provide passengers with assistance entering and exiting vehicles and help them with any luggage.</li><li>Perform routine vehicle maintenance, such as regulating tire pressure and adding gasoline, oil, and water.</li><li>Pick up passengers at prearranged locations, at taxi stands, or by cruising streets in high traffic areas.</li><li>Communicate with dispatchers by radio, telephone, or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service.</li><li>Arrange to pick up particular customers or groups on a regular schedule.</li><li>Vacuum and clean interiors and wash and polish exteriors of automobiles.</li><li>Perform errands for customers or employers, such as delivering or picking up mail and packages.</li></ul>