Gig Driver Jobs in Jacksonville, FL

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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Independent Contract Driver

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 1 day ago

Independent Contract Driver Job Employer Name: zTripSpiderID: 13867391 Location: Jacksonville, FloridaDate Posted: 10/21/2024 Wage: $65,000-$78,000 a yeCategory: Transportation/Air, Sea & Land Job...

Own a Cargo / Sprinter Van? Independent Contract Driver Wanted!

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 2 days ago

Our average Independent Contractor driving a sprinter van does 40+ stops daily and settles between $800 - 1200 Weekly!...

Patient Transporter

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 7 days ago

Location Name: UF HEALTH JACKSONVILLE - 73122002 Location ID: 73122002 Patient Transporter Location: UF HEALTH JACKSONVILLE - 73122002 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - afternoon/evening shifts. More...

Senior Motor Vehicle Operator - 60010341

  • Macclenny, FL (21 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Macclenny, FL (21 miles from Jacksonville, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition No: 841738 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: SENIOR MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR - 60010341 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 60010341 Salary: $33,760.00 - $38,618.85...

Patient Transporter

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Details Department: Patient Transportation Schedule: PRN; Rotating Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital Location: Jacksonville, FL Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health...

Demographic Data for Jacksonville, FL

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Gig Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Fiverr Gig Success
Fiverr Success: In this course, I will teach you how to start your Fiverr career and grow a full time income building quality gigs in Fiverr. This course is created for beginners so even if you...
English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
What do you say when a passenger approaches? Do you already have a made-up sentence or improvise? Would you know how to start a conversation about the weather forecast during the race?Being a taxi...
Photoshop Gig Mastery
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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Jacksonville, FL

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Jacksonville, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
High School or GED
26.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.7%
Associate's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
8.3%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%



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