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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Patient Transporter

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 17 hours ago

About Us We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more...

Direct Support Professional (Med Transporter)

  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 1 day ago

Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities? Are you new to this field and want to learn more? Do you want to work somewhere where you...

Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day 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...

Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Vacancy #: Multiple WFP's Apply by: June 2, 2025 Title: Motor Vehicle Operator Location: Facilities (Grounds) Salary: $38,235 Grade: CSEA SG-7 Hours: Days M-F 7am-3:30pm (pass...

Location: Albany, NY Category: Civil Service Posted On: Thu May 22 2025 Job Description: Vacancy #: Multiple WFP's Apply by: June 2, 2025 Title: Motor Vehicle Operator Location: Facilities...

Transporter

  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 days ago

Transporter Highland Hospital - 3.9 Rochester, NY Job Details Full-time $17.70 - $22.92 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Entry level Full Job Description Job...

Transporter, Case Aide (per diem)

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

TRANSPORTER, CASE AIDE Location: Albany, NY Program: Out of Home Services Type: per diem / Non-Exempt Pay Range: $19 - $21 (hourly) Job Ref. #: 0125 Schedule: Will vary - As needed Our Mission St....

Motor Vehicle Operator

  • New York City, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 2 days ago

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. AGENCY DESCRIPTION Established in 1805, the New York City...

Motor Vehicle Operator, Grounds

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

Motor Vehicle Operator, Grounds Posting Number: C250024 Employer: State Salary Range: $38,235 FTE: 1.00 Position Summary: In this role as a Motor Vehicle Operator, you will be responsible for the...

Food Transporter

  • Westport, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Westport, NY
  • 3 days ago

Food transporter needed for ACAP Nutrition Program. Responsibilities: transport meals to seniors' homes; maintain vehicle; assist with afternoon cleaning and related duties; and attend all...

Motor Vehicle Operator (Veterans Home at St. Albans) - 30143

  • Jamaica, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Jamaica, 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...

Transporter

  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 3 days ago

The Transporter is responsible for the movement of all patients from one department to another in a safe and timely manner so that all departments can operate in an efficient manner. The...

Patient Transporter

  • Manhasset, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Manhasset, 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...

Uber Drivers Wanted - Use our Car & Make Money Today!

  • Jackson Heights, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson Heights, NY
  • 6 days ago

Make money on Uber and Lyft today. We will give you everything you need to start including: A car for you to use Help setting up everything else (Uber/Lyft account, TLC license, insurance, etc.)...

Wanted Driver/ Partner with Larger Vehicle

  • Rockville Centre, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Rockville Centre, NY
  • 6 days ago

Wanted Driver/ Partner with Larger Vehicle (Rockville Centre) Park Ave near Merrick Rd compensation: Partner would receive percentage of profits or driver pay negotiable Wanted Driver with Van...

Demographic Data for New York

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Gig Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
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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
26.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.6%
Associate's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
8.3%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%



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