Gig Driver Jobs in New Jersey

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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HOSPITAL TRANSPORTER - Environmental Services - Full Time Night Shift (25412)

  • New Bridge Medical Center
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!** We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and...

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Patient Transporter (Full Time)

  • Deborah Heart and Lung
  • Browns Mills, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Browns Mills, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Job Details Description Position Summary: Under the instruction of the Dispatcher-transports patients, equipment, specimens and patient records throughout the Center as well as assists the Distribution...

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Patient Transporter - Per Diem (varied shift) OMC

  • Atlantic Health
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 22 hours ago

Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center is seeking a Per Diem Patient Transporter. Required hours vary including every other weekend. Starting rate $20.52/hr. This position is eligible for the...

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Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes, Camden Emergency Department Patient Transporter Part-time, Benefits 12-hour shifts Work Schedule: 11:00am to 11:00pm plus every 3rd weekend. This is a self-schedule...

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Transporter, Student Work Program - Transporters - Vineland

  • Inspira Health
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 1 day ago

MAJOR FUNCTION: This position is responsible for transporting patients under the direction of the registered nurse throughout the hospital. Provides supplies and equipment required for patient...

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At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's...

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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 ( Part-time, Evenings)

  • Penn Medicine
  • Plainsboro, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Reports any problems or difficulties encountered in the performance of their duties immediately to Transportation Dispatcher and documenting these difficulties....

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Patient Transporter

  • Cooper University Health Care
  • Cape May Court House, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Cape May Court House, NJ
  • 3 days ago

About Us Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County. The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape...

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Lead Patient Transporter - FT (9:00am-5:00pm) NMC

  • Atlantic Health System
  • Newton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Newton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

JobID: 28718 Category: EVS/Patient Transport JobSchedule: Full-Time Posted Date: 2026-05-28T17:21:26+00:00 JobShift: Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 20.050000 Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center...

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Transporter FT Days 6a - 2p

  • Englewood Health
  • Englewood, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Englewood, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Communicate clearly with nursing staff, dispatcher, and other department. Follow all infection control protocols....

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Transporter FT Days 8a-4p

  • Englewood Health
  • Englewood, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Englewood, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Communicate clearly with nursing staff, dispatcher, and other department. Follow all infection control protocols....

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ED Transporter

  • CentraState Healthcare System
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Overview CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes...

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Patient Transporter - Per Diem (varies) NMC

  • Atlantic Health System
  • Newton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Newton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

JobID: 27868 Category: EVS/Patient Transport JobSchedule: Posted Date: 2026-05-27T19:19:58+00:00 JobShift: Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 20.520000 Atlantic Health is seeking a Per Diem Patient...

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Patient Transporter Full-time Evenings / Marlton

  • Virtua Health
  • Marlton, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Marlton, NJ
  • 6 days ago

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's...

In Person Full Time

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in New Jersey 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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