Gig Driver Jobs in Michigan

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 Lead

  • Corewell Health
  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 hours ago

Transports all patient populations to and from examinations and treatments. Performs general errands and other routine duties including cleaning equipment, securing supplies, and other tasks as...

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Patient Transporter

  • Corewell Health
  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 hours ago

Transports all patient populations to and from examinations and treatments. Performs general errands and other routine duties including cleaning equipment, securing supplies, and other tasks as...

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Motor Vehicle Operator Supervisor

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 1 day ago

The Battle Creek VA Medical Center is recruiting for a Motor Vehicle Operator Supervisor. The Motor Vehicle Operator Supervisor will function under the Facilities Management Service.To qualify for...

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Vehicle Operator II

  • City of Detroit
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements: Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver License with Group B Designation and Air Brake Endorsement or Group A....

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Qualifications: * Impeccable customer service and dedication * Valid class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in resident state * Hazmat, tanker and doubles endorsements * 21 years of age * Meet all...

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Transporter

  • McLaren Health Care
  • Flint, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Flint, MI
  • 4 days ago

Transporter Michigan, Flint New Service/Support McLaren Flint 26002743 Requisition # Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job Alerts Department : Patient Transportation Shift : Variable Daily...

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Transporter

  • Tenet Health
  • Commerce Township, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Commerce Township, MI
  • 4 days ago

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work...

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Patient Transporter Lead

  • Corewell Health Corporate
  • Grosse Pointe, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Grosse Pointe, MI
  • 4 days ago

Transports all patient populations to and from examinations and treatments. Performs general errands and other routine duties including cleaning equipment, securing supplies, and other tasks as...

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Transporter - Full-Time

  • Trinity Health
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 5 days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: I Accountability Objectives: Transports patients to and from various locations safely and in a professional, courteous and timely...

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Hospital Transporter - Full-time/Days - Trinity Health Livonia

  • Trinity Health
  • Livonia, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 5 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Hospital Transporter Trinity Health Livonia **Location:** Livonia, MI **Employment Type:** Full-Time Job Summary: Join Trinity Health...

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Patient Transporter

  • UKH University of Kansas Hospital Authority
  • Ishpeming, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Ishpeming, MI
  • 5 days ago

Reports equipment malfunctions promptly to Dispatcher, marks equipment appropriately and delivers equipment to Biomed....

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10120 Road Driver

  • FedEx Freight
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 12 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....

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Patient Transporter (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Novi, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Novi, MI
  • 15 days ago

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

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Patient Transporter

  • Spectrum Health
  • Royal Oak, MI
  • 16 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI
  • 16 days ago

Transports all patient populations to and from examinations and treatments. Performs general errands and other routine duties including cleaning equipment, securing supplies, and other tasks as...

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Qualifications: Impeccable customer service and dedication Valid class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in resident state Hazmat, tanker and doubles endorsements 21 years of age Meet all DOT and...

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Demographic Data for Michigan

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Michigan

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 Michigan 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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