Gig Driver Jobs in Elkridge, MD

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.

1-15 of 17 Jobs

Transporter

  • Glen Burnie, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 &...

Mobile Health Vehicle Operator, On Call, Camp Springs and DMV

  • Hyattsville, MD (20 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hyattsville, MD (20 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 3 days ago

License, Certification, Registration Class B CDL with Air Brake Endorsement (in the state where care is provided) Additional Requirements: Excellent driving record....

Aide Transporter - PRN - (Will be scheduled to work as needed)

  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Services/Designee or, to Administrative Coordinator in absence of Departmental supervisory personnel Responsibilities: Receives assignments for specific trips and associated tasks from Manager and/or Dispatchers...

Airport Fleet Transporter Part Time

  • Annapolis Junction, MD (5 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD (5 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 6 days ago

$15.00/hour Shift Premium may Apply Immediately hiring! No experience necessary! Unhappy in your ride-hailing or delivery driver gig? We're now seeking responsible people, like you, to join our...

Aide Transporter

  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Services/Designee or, to Administrative Coordinator in absence of Departmental supervisory personnel Responsibilities: Receives assignments for specific trips and associated tasks from Manager and/or Dispatchers...

Emergency Vehicle Operator / EMT MS Transport PRN

  • Columbia, MD (7 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (7 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 8 days ago

General Summary of Position MedSTAR Transport within MedStar Health is actively seeking PRN Emergency Vehicle Operators to provide basic patientmedical care during interfacility ambulance...

Rehab Aide/Transporter

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Hours: M-F 7:30am -4 pm. The Rehabilitation Aide/Transporter will transfer and transport patients and provide patient care under direct supervision of a clinician within the policies and...

Patient Transporter - Full-time - Nights

  • Towson, MD (15 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Towson, MD (15 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Under direct supervision, transports patients, specimens, equipment, and supplies throughout the Medical Center in a safe, timely, efficient and courteous manner. Initiates wheelchair, stretcher...

Patient Transporter

  • Largo, MD (21 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Largo, MD (21 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Company DescriptionLocated in Largo in the heart of Prince George's County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to...

Patient Transporter

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 17 days ago

Summary Mercy Medical Center, the only midsize hospital in the state of Maryland named a "Best Employer" by Forbes Magazine and recognized as one of the Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare by...

Road Driver

  • Curtis Bay, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Curtis Bay, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 17 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....

Central Transporter PRN

  • Columbia, MD (7 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (7 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 29 days ago

Position Summary: The Central Transporter services the entire hospital, providing safe, efficient and effective transportation of patients, medical equipment and/or supplies. The central...

Patient Transporter (EVE)

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Summary Transport of patients, supplies, equipment, etc. throughout the medical center. Requirements License Requirements: N/A Certification Requirements: Current Heartsaver CPR certification Age...

Emergency Vehicle Operator / EMT MS Transport PRN

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

General Summary of Position MedSTAR Transport within MedStar Health is actively seeking PRN Emergency Vehicle Operators to provide basic patient medical care during interfacility ambulance...

Transporter

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Elkridge, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

General Summary of Position Job Summary: MedStar Health is looking for a Transporter to join our team at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital! As a Transporter, you will transport patients, medical...

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Elkridge, MD

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Elkridge, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
High School or GED
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
13.8%
Master's Degree
8.5%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%



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