Gig Driver Jobs in Louisiana

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 (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Gretna, LA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Gretna, LA
  • 9 hours ago

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

In Person Part Time

Transporter

  • Opelousas General Health System
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 16 hours ago

On call (PRN) position available. Assists with the day to day operations of the clerical area of Medical Imaging. Assures that patients receives the fastest, best, and most courteous service...

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Patient Transporter - Our Lady of the Angels

  • FMOL Health
  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 1 day ago

The Patient Transporter transports prepared trays to and from specific areas of the hospital. Relies on establish guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. RESPONSIBILITIES...

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Transporter PRN

  • Rapides Regional Medical Center
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 5 days ago

Notifies dispatcher of completion of assigned duties and proceeds as instructed....

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Road Driver, Full-time

  • ABF Freight
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago

Certifications: Class-A CDL with doubles/triples, tanker and hazardous materials endorsements. Additional Requirements: Minimum 21 years of age. Good stable work record....

In Person Full Time

Patient Transporter PRN Premium

  • FMOL Health
  • Monroe, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 7 days ago

Performs a variety of activities related to the transportation of patients and equipment, greet and assist patients and visitors as directed. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Transports patients to and from...

In Person

Patient Transporter

  • LCMC Health
  • Metairie, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 13 days ago

Your job is more than a job. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of...

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Via Driver Partner - $300 New Driver Promo

  • Via Transportation
  • Baker, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baker, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Earn a $300 new driver partner promotion and up to $18/hr (net) driving on the Via platform in Baker, LA! Via uses app-based technology to make transportation more efficient. We are reinventing...

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Via Driver Partner - $100 New Driver Promo

  • Via Transportation
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Earn a $100 new driver partner promotion and up to $21.00/hr driving on the Via platform in Baton Rouge, LA!* Via uses app-based technology to make transportation more efficient. We operate the...

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Patient Transporter - Transporters

  • CHRISTUS Health
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Summary: Transports patients to their inpatient bed and/or to and from other areas such as admitting, surgery, therapy or radiology in a safe and timely manner. Retrieves medical records, lab...

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Patient Transporter - Transporters - Full Time

  • CHRISTUS Health
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Summary: Transports patients to their inpatient bed and/or to and from other areas such as admitting, surgery, therapy or radiology in a safe and timely manner. Retrieves medical records, lab...

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Louisiana

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 Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.2%
High School or GED
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.5%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
8.9%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.5%



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