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Our drivers enjoy working in an exciting and rewarding business with flexible schedules and unlimited daily pay. As an independent contractor, you are the owner of your own business!

At  GreenCab, we're looking for women and men with an emphases on women and  veteran's preference  who are "safety first" oriented, professional, courteous and environmentally conscious and sober. You must be at least 25 years old, have a clean 3-year MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) and meet these additional requirements:

• No DUI or DWI in the last five years

• No chargeable accidents in the last 36 months
• No more than two moving violations in the last 36 months
• No suspensions or interruptions in your driving record in the last 36 months
• Be a permanent resident of Cape Cod.
• Be motivated to succeed in y(our) own business as a taxi cab co-operative member!
• Likes the concept of working for yourself in a business owned by and for it's own co-op members.
  

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Call Me a Cab Driver Please! Job Outlook About this section

Employment of taxi drivers and chauffeurs is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations. Job opportunities should be plentiful. Applicants with good driving records, good customer service instincts, and the ability to work flexible schedules should have the best prospects.

Employment change. Employment of taxi drivers and chauffeurs is expected to grow 16 percent during the 2008—18 projection period, faster than the average for all occupations. Drivers should see increased business as a result of growth in tourism and business travel. Also, as the number of elderly people increases, taxis will be needed to take them around town. Some growth will stem from Federal legislation requiring increased services for people with disabilities.

Because the demand for taxi and limousine services is very sensitive to economic cycles, drivers may see declining demand for their services during economic downturns. This is especially true for chauffeurs, as expensive limousine services are considered a luxury. 

Chauffeurs who work for private companies or individuals may face layoffs or reduced hours during times of economic distress.
Job prospects. Opportunities for taxi drivers and chauffeurs are expected to be plentiful, because of the need to replace the many people who work in this occupation for short periods and then leave. 

Also, the occupation has very low barriers to entry. Because most drivers are paid strictly based on fares, companies take on very little risk when they hire a new driver. Applicants who have clean driving records and who are willing to work flexible schedules should have the best prospects. People who are easy going and make their passengers comfortable will be most likely to succeed, as a significant part of drivers’ salaries come from the tips they receive.

Opportunities fluctuate significantly with the overall movements of the economy, because the demand for transportation depends on business travel and tourism. Because most drivers own or rent their vehicles, taxi drivers are seldom laid off, but they may have to increase their work hours, and earnings may decline. When the economy is strong, many drivers transfer to other occupations, which often leads to fewer cabs on the road. Extra drivers may be hired during holiday seasons, as well as during peak travel and tourist times.

Rapidly growing metropolitan areas and cities experiencing economic growth should offer the best job opportunities.

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