Individual Taxi Driver
こじんタクシーうんてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An individual taxi driver is a self-employed person who owns or leases their own vehicle and safely transports passengers in response to radio calls or reservations.
Description
Individual taxi drivers transport passengers using vehicles they own or lease themselves. They handle a wide range of tasks such as meter operation, fare collection, radio dispatch response, reservation management, vehicle inspection, and daily report creation. They provide safe and comfortable services with in-depth knowledge of local road conditions and tourist information. Complying with traffic laws and preventing issues beforehand are also important roles.
Future Outlook
Amid advances in autonomous driving technology and the proliferation of ride-hailing apps, steady demand will continue, supported by transportation needs in an aging society and tourism. Individual taxis need to differentiate themselves by leveraging strengths in service quality and local community focus.
Personality Traits
Calm Judgment / Patient / Sociable / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contracted Transport / Night Shift / Self-Employed / Shift Work
Career Path
Corporate Taxi Driver → Hire Car Driver → Operations Manager → Taxi Company Management → Local Tourist Driver
Required Skills
Customer Service Manners / Fare Calculation / Geographical Knowledge (Roads) / Radio Operation / Safe Driving / Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance
Recommended Skills
Complaint Handling / English Conversation / GPS Navigation / Tourist Guide Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to quickly respond to unexpected changes such as traffic conditions, weather, and customer requests. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because meticulous attention is required for road conditions, passenger safety, and fare calculations. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to communicate appropriately with diverse passengers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for extended driving duties. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there are many high-stress situations such as long-hour driving and handling complaints. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because services and routes have many standardized aspects, limiting opportunities for creativity. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because work is basically performed individually, with few opportunities to work in a team. |
Related Qualifications
- Class 2 Ordinary Vehicle Driver's License
- Taxi Driver Registration
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