Am I Suited For This Job?

Taxi & Limousine Drivers should have:

• strong driving skills and communication skills
• organization and time-management skills for co-ordinating passenger pick-ups
• a thorough knowledge of the areas you drive in
• good judgment when deciding who to allow in the vehicle

You should be:

• good with people
• patient
• self-motivated
• responsible

Limousine Drivers & Chauffeurs should also have:

• professional and social etiquette and professional appearance

Taxi & Limousine Drivers & Chauffeurs mostly work inside a vehicle; your day may be stressful due to city traffic. You may work evenings, weekends and holidays when demand for your service is highest.

Chauffeurs’ hours are usually dictated by the client and may require being on-call much of the time.

Taxi drivers work either day or night shifts for 12 hours at a time. The National Safety Code prohibits taxi drivers from working more than 60 hours per week. Taxi drivers generally have more flexible work schedules than both chauffeurs and limousine drivers.

Sources: WorkBC and Career Cruising