Gig Driver Jobs in New York

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

  • Manhasset, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Manhasset, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description Escorts or transports patients within facility. Records patient movement in transport tracking system. Picks-up and delivers materials and equipment. Assists in performing duties...

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Hospital Attendants are valuable members of our team, and are primarily responsible for transporting patient and supplies throughout the hospital....

Hospital Attendant- Patient Transporter - Part Time Day Shift (10:00 AM - 3:00 P

  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 18 hours ago

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Hospital Attendants are valuable members of our team, and are primarily responsible for transporting patient and supplies throughout the hospital....

Camera Car Operator

  • NY
  • 2 days ago
  • NY
  • 2 days ago

Candidate must have a clean driving record, a clean criminal background check, and pass a drug screening....

Patient Materials Transporter

  • White Plains, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The Patient/ Materials Transporter receives errands, transports or rounds assignments from the Dispatcher or his designee. The transporter arrives at the department and identifies...

Pharmacy Transporter

  • White Plains, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 3 days ago

White Plains Hospital Job Description Title: Pharmacy Transporter Job Code: 700570 FLSA Status: Non- Department/Location: Pharmacy exempt Reports to: Pharmacy Director, Assistant Director of...

Motor Vehicle Operator - VID 182342

  • Albany, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 4 days ago

Operational Needs: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class B Driver's License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle with air brake endorsement....

Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Yonkers, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY
  • 5 days ago

Must have a clean driver's license/driving record for at least 24 months....

Gig Driver

  • Rochester, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 6 days ago

All drivers must also be at least 18 years of age (21+ in Las Vegas). Grubhub delivery partners are independent contractors, not employees of Grubhub..

Gig Driver

  • Stamford, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Stamford, NY
  • 6 days ago

All drivers must also be at least 18 years of age (21+ in Las Vegas). Grubhub delivery partners are independent contractors, not employees of Grubhub..

Transporter - Weekends-Holidays

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Transporter - Weekends/Holidays At NewYork-Presbyterian, our Transporters are essential to ensuring a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for our patients and their families. From friendly...

Motor Vehicle Operator (Grant-Funded/Peer Bridger)

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons Work Shifts 8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M Job Description AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES Apply knowledge of Commercial driving...

Motor Vehicle Operator, G-7

  • White Plains, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 8 days ago

No County Westchester Street Address 1 Maple Avenue City White Plains StateNY Zip Code10605 Duties Description In addition to driving a state vehicle, the employee will be required to perform the following...

Motor Vehicle Operator, Manhattan Psychiatric Center, P25620

  • New York City, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 8 days ago

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job...

Minimum Required Qualifications: State Drivers License High school diploma or equivalent (GED) CPR card Driving record in compliance with company policy Pass Physical Ability Test Some work experience...

Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.3%
High School or GED
26.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.5%
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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