Gig Driver Jobs in Illinois

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 (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 9 hours ago

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

Patient Transporter - 8 HR Work Wk

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and...

Equipment & Patient Transporter

  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • 1 day ago

Department: 11600 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Patient and Equipment Transport Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 28 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Start Time:...

Patient Transporter (Full Time And Part Time)

  • O Fallon, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • O Fallon, IL
  • 1 day ago

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

Patient Transporter- Full Time 2nd Shift

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Use tent cards when available. 2)Completes blood moves per guidelines. 3)Document ED-Radiology transports when not able to call into dispatch....

Patient Transporter- Full Time 2nd Shift

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Use tent cards when available. 2)Completes blood moves per guidelines. 3)Document ED-Radiology transports when not able to call into dispatch....

Patient Transporter - Evenings

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago

Works under the direction of the Patient Transport Dispatcher to receive, accept, execute and complete transport assignments....

Patient Transporter-Transportation Part Time Evenings

  • Palos Heights, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL
  • 6 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 - Methodist Radiology

  • Peoria, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 7 days ago

Overview This position is responsible for the safe transportation of patients, specimens, supplies, medication, film, records, equipment and miscellaneous items. Qualifications Certifications:,...

Transportation Vehicle Driver

  • St Charles, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • St Charles, IL
  • 8 days ago

Replies within 24 hours Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Role : Transportation Vehicle...

Transporter Registry

  • New Lenox, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • New Lenox, IL
  • 8 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...

Road Driver

  • Rockford, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 8 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....

Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver And Pavement Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 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 (part Time Pm Shift)

  • Libertyville, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Libertyville, IL
  • 9 days ago

Department: 11598 Advocate Condell Medical Center - Patient Transport Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Must be able to work the...

Transporter

  • Aurora, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 9 days ago

Position Summary Responsible for providing assistance to the technical staff in the Imaging Department in order to provide services to the patient in a timely and efficient manner. Position...

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Illinois

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 Illinois 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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