Gig Driver Jobs in Medford, MA

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, 40 Hours (Days)

  • Brighton, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brighton, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Patient Transporter, 40 Hours, Day Shift, 6am-2:30pm I. Position Function: The Transporter is an integral part of the patient care team providing prompt, courteous, customer focused service to the...

Transporter

  • Melrose, MA (5 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Melrose, MA (5 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Tufts Medicine - Melrose/Wakefield Hospital is Looking for a Transportation Aide - Apply Today and Learn More!!! Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering...

Patient Transporter-2

  • Weymouth, MA (16 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA (16 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-20526 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA...

Transporter-2

  • Weymouth, MA (16 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA (16 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 6 days ago

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-20531 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA...

Patient Transporter- Full-Time Days

  • Boston, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems...

Per Diem Patient Transporter

  • Boston, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 11 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY : Under the direction of the Transport Supervisor or the Director of Transport Services, performs a variety of duties, including transporting patient, medical equipment, and...

Radiology Transporter

  • Burlington, MA (8 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (8 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: Day (United States of America) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a...

Patient Transporter

  • Newton, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Newton, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Responsible for coordinating transportation logistics, ensuring timely and accurate delivery, and maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service....

Road Driver

  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 19 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. * Must possess...

Patient Transporter

  • Boston, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Boston, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 20 days ago

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems...

Transporter

  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Responsible for coordinating transportation logistics, ensuring timely and accurate delivery, and maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service....

Sterile Supply Transporter

  • Boston, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Boston, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Shift: 6:00AM-2:30PM This Sterile Supply Transporter will be responsible for: Transporting supplies and equipment from Sterile Processing Department to appropriate departments within the Hospital...

Patient Transporter

  • Weymouth, MA (16 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA (16 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 26 days ago

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-20456 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA...

Transporter

  • Newton, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newton, MA (4 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for coordinating transportation logistics, ensuring timely and accurate delivery, and maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service....

Transporter

  • Weymouth, MA (16 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Weymouth, MA (16 miles from Medford, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-20192 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA...

Demographic Data for Medford, MA

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Medford, MA

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Medford, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.0%
High School or GED
25.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.8%
Associate's Degree
13.7%
Master's Degree
8.6%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.5%



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