Gig Driver Jobs in Minnesota

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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Medical Imaging Patient Transporter

  • Rochester, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 4 days ago

Temporary Employee - Eve/Night Shifts Including Weekends - 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Temporary position will be approximately 9 weeks Starting Pay - $17.95 to $22.43 (Based on Experience) Qualifications:...

GS Transporter

  • Rochester, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 5 days ago

Proper input and management of transport requests may be required via computers and/or working with dispatch staff via telephone....

Road Driver, Full-time

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 10 days ago

Road Drivers are responsible for the pickup and delivery of cargo trailers to and from various long-distance destinations. Responsibilities Coupling and uncoupling trailers from one another and...

Road Driver

  • Roseville, MN
  • 28 days ago
  • Roseville, MN
  • 28 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with double/triple, hazardous materials and tank endorsements.* Automatic transmission CDL restriction allowed....

Transporter PRN

  • Granite Falls, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Granite Falls, MN
  • 90+ days ago

Location: Avera Granite Falls Hospital Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is...

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Minnesota

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Gig Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Minnesota 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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