# Taxi Drivers > Drive a motor vehicle to transport passengers on an unplanned basis and charge a fare, usually based on a meter. - Code: 53-3054.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 53-3054) - Family: [Transportation & Material Moving](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-53), one of its 57 occupations - Tasks: 16 tasks (16 not rated) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/53-3054.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/53-3054.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Collect fares or vouchers from passengers, and make change or issue receipts as necessary. Not rated · Task 23758 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 2. Communicate with dispatchers by radio, telephone, or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service. Not rated · Task 23759 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 3. Complete accident reports when necessary. Not rated · Task 23760 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 4. Determine fares based on trip distances and times, using taximeters and fee schedules, and announce fares to passengers. Not rated · Task 23761 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 5. Drive taxicabs or privately owned vehicles to transport passengers. Not rated · Task 23762 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 6. Follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation, and ensure that passengers follow safety regulations. Not rated · Task 23763 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 7. Notify dispatchers or company mechanics of vehicle problems. Not rated · Task 23764 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 8. Perform minor vehicle repairs, such as cleaning spark plugs, or take vehicles to mechanics for servicing. Not rated · Task 23765 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 9. Perform routine vehicle maintenance, such as regulating tire pressure and adding gasoline, oil, and water. Not rated · Task 23766 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 10. Pick up passengers at prearranged locations, at taxi stands, or by cruising streets in high-traffic areas. Not rated · Task 23767 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 11. Provide passengers with assistance entering and exiting vehicles, and help them with any luggage. Not rated · Task 23768 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 12. Provide passengers with information or advice about the local area, points of interest, hotels, or restaurants. Not rated · Task 23769 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 13. Report to taxicab services or garages to receive vehicle assignments. Not rated · Task 23770 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 14. Test vehicle equipment, such as lights, brakes, horns, or windshield wipers, to ensure proper operation. Not rated · Task 23771 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 15. Turn the taximeter on when passengers enter the cab, and turn it off when they reach the final destination. Not rated · Task 23772 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 16. Vacuum and clean interiors and wash and polish exteriors of automobiles. 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