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 Full Time Days

  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 3 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....

Tradeshow Assembly/Disassembly, Handy Man, Transporter

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

un Tradeshow Assembly/Disassembly, Handy Man, Transporter (S prairie Ave) compensation: $18-25/hr Description We are seeking a Trade Show Furniture Assembler & Handyman for our tradeshow booth on...

Patient Transporter-Transportation Full Time Nights

  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 4 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 Part Time Nights

  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (13 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 4 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- Full Time 2nd Shift

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

Department: 11598 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Patient Transport Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 2:30pm-11:00pm...

Patient Transporter - JR-1062762-5904

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 8 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)
  • 11 days ago
  • Harvey, IL (6 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 11 days ago

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

Patient & Equipment Transporter

  • Oak Lawn, IL (14 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (14 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Department: 11600 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Patient and Equipment Transport Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Start Time:...

Driver Manager

  • Gary, IN (10 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Gary, IN (10 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Also, the Driver Manager is directly responsible for determining the level of driver and tractor capacity available for dispatch on a daily basis, impacting revenue generation and asset utility....

Transporter

  • New Lenox, IL (21 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Lenox, IL (21 miles from Lansing, IL)
  • 60+ 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...

In-Patient Transporter - Stroger Hospital

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

Ability to operate computers to perform simple dispatch navigation tasks....

Road Driver, Full-time

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

Have a Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements and no automatic restriction. Have a good stable work re cord....

Transporter Car

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

Hertz, an industry leader is seeking high-charged, high-energy, team driven individuals to work as a vehicle transporter. As a transporter you will have the opportunity to drive Hertz cars while...

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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
29.3%
High School or GED
26.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.7%
Associate's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
8.1%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%


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