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

  • Taylor, MI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Taylor, MI
  • 19 hours ago

Shift and status Casual, Rotating hours and days, Variable weekends. Job Summary Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of patients,...

Transporter Nurse Aide - McLaren Careers

  • Lapeer, MI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lapeer, MI
  • 20 hours ago

Department:** PACU-Pain **Daily Work Hours:** 6:00am - 2:30pm **Scheduled Hours per Pay: 80** **Position Summary:** Transports patients and supplies to and from patient care areas and various...

Transporter Nurse Aide

  • Lapeer, MI
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lapeer, MI
  • 21 hours ago

Department: PACU-Pain Daily Work Hours: 9:30am - 6:00pm Scheduled Hours per Pay: 80 Position Summary: Transports patients and supplies to and from patient care areas and various other departments....

Patient Transporter - Contingent - Varied shifts - Grand Blanc

  • Grand Blanc, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Blanc, MI
  • 1 day ago

Department: Patient Transportation Schedule: contingent (varied shifts) - includes weekends Hospital: Ascension Genesys Location: Grand Blanc, MI GENERAL SUMMARY: Perform a variety of tasks, such...

Patient Transporter Lead (Full Time)

  • Southfield, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 1 day ago

TouchPoint We are hiring immediately for PATIENT TRANSPORTER LEAD positions. Address: Henry Ford Providence Southfield - 16001 West Nine Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075. Note: online applications...

PATIENT TRANSPORTER University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 2 days ago

A resume is required for consideration for this position. Applications received without a resume will not be considered. Transportation staff will arrive at the unit with the transport vehicle...

Patient Transporter

  • Grosse Pointe, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grosse Pointe, MI
  • 3 days ago

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of patients, specimens, and medication, throughout the Hospital as assigned. This position reports to...

Patient Transporter

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 days ago

How to Apply A resume is required for consideration for this position. Applications received without a resume will not be considered. Mission Statement Michigan Medicine improves the health of...

Need someone to be my transporter for chicken coops.

  • Ionia, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Ionia, MI
  • 8 days ago

un Need someone to be my transporter for chicken coops. (Ionia) image 1 of 1 compensation: Tbd I build chicken coops. Yes that's right chicken coops. Had a guy who said he would transport them for...

Patient Transporter

  • Port Huron, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Port Huron, MI
  • 12 days ago

professionally cleaned and/or receive maintenance as needed Ability to incorporate emergency appointments as needed Adhere to all regulations, polices and procedures as directed Obey all State of Michigan driving...

Patient Transporter/Part Time

  • Grosse Pointe, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Grosse Pointe, MI
  • 14 days ago

PATIENT TRANSPORTER (PART TIME) Touch Point We are hiring immediately for part time PATIENT TRANSPORTER positions. Address : Henry Ford St. John - 22101 Moross Road, Detroit, MI 48236. Note:...

Patient Transporter (Part Time)

  • Detroit, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 14 days ago

We are hiring immediately for part time PATIENT TRANSPORTER positions. Address : Henry Ford Saint John Hospital - 22101 Moross Road, Detroit, MI 48236. Note: online applications accepted only....

Patient Transporter (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Novi, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Novi, MI
  • 14 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT TRANSPORTER positions. Address : Henry Ford Providence Novi Hospital - 47601 Grand River Avenue, Novi, MI 48374. Note: online...

Hospital Transporter

  • Chelsea, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Chelsea, MI
  • 15 days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description: POSITION SUMMARY: Transfer and transport patients safely and effectively from patient care areas to and from diagnostic/ testing areas. T ransport...

Transporter

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 17 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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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Michigan

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Michigan 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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