Gig Driver Jobs in Lansing, IL

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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Patient Transporter-Transportation Part Time Evenings

  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Effectively communicates with the call center dispatch with all transport delays or cancellations. Reports immediately to the call center upon completion of the transport....

Transporter

  • Olympia Fields, IL (7 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (7 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Campus20201 S Crawford Ave Olympia Fields, Illinois 60461 WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of...

Transporter Registry

  • New Lenox, IL (21 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Lenox, IL (21 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. Were known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we...

Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver And Pavement Technician

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License. Preferred Qualifications Possession of at least 1 season of snow plowing experience....

Patient Transporter

  • Burbank, IL (16 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Burbank, IL (16 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 8 days ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One for FT/PT positions Paid Days Off from Day One for FT/PT positions Student Loan Repayment Program for FT/PT...

Patient Transporter

  • La Grange, IL (21 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (21 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 8 days ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One for FT/PT positions Paid Days Off from Day One for FT/PT positions Student Loan Repayment Program for FT/PT...

Patient Transporter-Transportation Part Time Nights

  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Effectively communicates with the call center dispatch with all transport delays or cancellations. Reports immediately to the call center upon completion of the transport....

Patient Transporter-Transportation Full Time Nights

  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Effectively communicates with the call center dispatch with all transport delays or cancellations. Reports immediately to the call center upon completion of the transport....

Patient Transporter (PM Shift)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Department: 11598 Advocate Trinity Hospital - Patient Transport Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Part Time, 0.5 fte- Weekend...

Motor Vehicle Driver (road Repairman) (department Of Transportation And Highways) - Teamster Local 7

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Location: Chicago, US-IL Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Motor Vehicle Driver (road Repairman) (department Of Transportation And Highways) - Teamster Local 7 Cook County Administration 69 W....

Motor Vehicle Driver (Road Repairman) (Department Of Transportation And Highways) - Teamster Local 700 - Coupe

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class "A" is required....

Instrument Technician & Transporter

  • Hazel Crest, IL (6 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Hazel Crest, IL (6 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Quality 1)Responsible for ensuring that appropriate instruments are available for the O.R. (a.) Prepare and clean surgical instruments, as directed. (b.) Report instrument...

Road Driver, Full-time

  • Sauk Village, IL (4 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sauk Village, IL (4 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Certifications: Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction Additional Requirements: Minimum 21 years of age....

Patient Transporter - JR-1062762-5904

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive...

Patient Transporter (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Harvey, IL (6 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Harvey, IL (6 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Communicates effectively with nursing personnel, clinicians, technicians or reception and dispatch. Ensures the comfort of the patient by being attentive....

Demographic Data for Lansing, IL

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Lansing, IL

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Lansing, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.2%
High School or GED
26.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.7%
Associate's Degree
13.8%
Master's Degree
8.4%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%



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