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Transportation

Driver

Drive a motor vehicle to transport passengers on an unplanned basis and charge a fare, usually based on a meter.

Annual openings

411

Median wage

$43,490

Typical education

High school (GED)

Growth 2026–2032

+13%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Career requirements

What does this career require?

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Typical education

High school (GED)

Credential requirement

No certification is required or expected for this job. However, having a driver's licenses is required, a good driving record is important and some companies will require you to be at least 21 years old.

Work experience

No previous work experience is required.

Employer competency information

  • Employers have identified Customer Service, a Safety mindset, and timeliness as important competencies.
Salary/Demand information crosses multiple jobs within the Transportation industry.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerNo
  • OutdoorsNo
  • With your handsYes

Interests it draws on

  • Transportation
  • Ridesharing

Automation exposure

Moderate exposure

Some routine tasks may shift as tools improve, but the role is likely to adapt.

A typical day

  1. Collect fares or vouchers from passengers, and make change or issue receipts as necessary.
  2. Communicate with dispatchers by radio, telephone, or computer to exchange information and receive requests for passenger service.
  3. Complete accident reports when necessary.
  4. Determine fares based on trip distances and times, using taximeters and fee schedules, and announce fares to passengers.
  5. Drive taxicabs or privately owned vehicles to transport passengers.
  6. Follow relevant safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation, and ensure that passengers follow safety regulations.
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