Gig Driver Jobs in New York

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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Transporter

  • Staten Island, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Transporter: - 6 months-to-1 year healthcare related transporting/escorting experience. - Nursing Attendant/Aide certificate a plus. - High School Diploma/GED - Pay Range $21.04-$22.22 per hr. -...

Independent Operator Minivan Driver for NEMT Service

  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 2 days ago

Independent Operator Minivan Driver for Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) **The opportunity is within Nassau County New York, please make sure you are within a commutable distance** Are...

Seasonal Laborer Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Patchogue, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Patchogue, NY
  • 2 days ago

Summary These are temporary appointment positions not to exceed 1039 hours. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - October but can be variable during these months due to weather...

Small Vehicle Operator (On Demand Driver)

  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid NY State Commercial Driver's License, Class "C" (or higher) with gooddriving record, passenger endorsement, and no restriction on passenger seatingpreferred. NO CDL?...

Motor Vehicle Operator - Full Time Day Shift

  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 3 days ago

Starts, stops, steers and controls vehicles both on the grounds of State institutions and facilities and over-the-road. Monitors gauges and checks fluid levels and tire pressures....

Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 3 days ago

Vehicles and equipment are operated in all types of traffic and weather conditions on public roads, at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems; there is exposure to the danger of...

Monitor the dispatching responsibility by answering phones, logging calls and dispatching Transport Services Personnel....

Patient Care Transporter

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago

The Patient Care Transporter completes duties related to transporting patients, supplies and equipment as directed by department leadership. In addition, this role completes additional errands, as...

NIGHT and Weekend GIG Drivers Wanted

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 3 days ago

This opportunity is for an independent contractor. Driving with Liberty is perfect for a those looking for entry level work, seasonal work, temporary work, part time work or for those looking for...

Messenger/Transporter

  • Yonkers, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY
  • 3 days ago

Answer telephone, dispatch transport calls, and maintain logs as requested....

Motor Vehicle Operator, Rochester Psychiatric Center, P26236

  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

Motor Vehicle Operator, Rochester Psychiatric Center, P26236 Mental Health, Office of - 3.3 Rochester, NY Job Details Full-time $38,235 - $47,237 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health...

Motor Vehicle Operator, Rochester Psychiatric Center, P26236

  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job...

Road Driver

  • West Babylon, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • West Babylon, NY
  • 4 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....

Patient Transporter

  • Huntington, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntington, NY
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Escorts or transports patients within facility. Records patient movement in transport tracking system. Picks-up and delivers materials and equipment. Assists in performing duties...

Motor Vehicle Operator - Full Time Day Shift Stony Brook University

  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY
  • 4 days ago

Starts, stops, steers and controls vehicles both on the grounds of State institutions and facilities and over-the-road. Monitors gauges and checks fluid levels and tire pressures....

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in New York

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 New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.2%
High School or GED
26.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
8.2%
Some College
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%



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