Gig Driver Jobs in California

A Gig Driver plays a crucial role in the transportation industry by providing service through rideshare platforms like Uber, Lyft, or food delivery services like DoorDash. They are self-employed, using their own vehicles to transport people or goods from one location to another based on the needs of customers who book their services through a digitally based platform. They manage their own schedules, choosing when and where to work, and depending on the platform, they may also handle payments. Gig Drivers often supplement their primary income with this flexible work, although some individuals do work full time in this role.

Important skills for a Gig Driver include excellent driving skills, good interpersonal skills, punctuality, reliability, and an understanding of GPS and smartphone technology. They should have a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and a reliable vehicle. Some services may require additional certifications for instance, food delivery drivers may need to obtain a food handler's card. For rideshare drivers, a background check is typically required. Prior to becoming a Gig Driver, individuals might have roles in the service industry, as delivery drivers, or as drivers in another professional setting.

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Tram/Shuttle Vehicle Driver-Angel Island

  • Tiburon, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Tiburon, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Tour Bus/Tram Operator Reports to: General Manager Classification: Seasonal, Part-Time, Non-Exempt Summary The Shuttle/Tram Operator is directly responsible for using the TRAM efficiently and...

Patient Transporter, Per diem

  • Sonora, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sonora, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of...

Vehicle Operator (CDL A)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

An Innovative Vehicle Software Supplier Vehicle Operator (CDL A) An Innovative Vehicle Software Supplier Full time Location San Francisco, CA, United States Work environment In-person Expected pay...

Transporter

  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Founded in 1926 Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Glendale California. The hospital offers a full complement of...

Car transporter

  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago

Car transporter (Ontario) Chuckson transport compensation: 1,000 week employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Car transporter Duli trucks picking up and delivering cars. Local...

Sleeper Team Road Driver - TForce Freight

  • Pico Rivera, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pico Rivera, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: This full-time position involves driving a tractor trailer over the road while alternating driving time with another driver....

Patient Transporter ( Per Diem, Variable Shifts)

  • Fairfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

At NorthBay Health the Patient Transporter under the supervision of the Radiology, provide timely, and efficient general transport of patients between nursing units and the department of...

Transporter - Radiology Diagnostic

  • Redding, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 4 days ago

Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Shasta Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare,...

Transporter Per Diem

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 4 days ago

Overview The Transporter, under minimum supervision, is responsible for the transferring of patients from the bed, gurney wheelchair and/or table and transporting patients safely throughout the...

Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

Employee will drive in heavy urban to rural traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems. Education There is no education substitution....

Transporter/Lift Team - Part Time - Nights - Encinitas

  • Encinitas, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA
  • 4 days ago

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas has served North County's coastal communities since 1978. We're located at Santa Fe Drive and I-5, within walking distance of a park, fitness center, grocery...

Patient Transporter

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Patient Transport Services department provides coordinated, centrally dispatched transportation services for patients being treated in the outpatient clinics and the inpatient units and diagnostic...

Patient Transporter

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: CPMC-California Pacific Med Center - Mission Bernal Position Overview: Performs assignments to patients, employees and...

Car transporter

  • Ontario, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 5 days ago

Duli trucks picking up and delivering cars. Local transports. Mon- Friday no special license just your class C. Some experience is required to move a truck.

Vehicle Driver I - Eligibility List (Part-Time; On-Call)

  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 6 days ago

Vehicle Driver I - Eligibility List (Part-Time; On-Call) California Baptist University, United States about 4 hours ago Location: Riverside, CALIFORNIA Deadline: ; Posting Details Position...

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.2%
High School or GED
26.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.6%
Associate's Degree
13.8%
Master's Degree
8.2%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%



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