Gig Driver Jobs in North Carolina

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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Sanitation Vehicle Operator

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago

Description Performs semiskilled work operating various sanitation vehicles and equipment, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Crew...

Rollback Transporter

  • Kinston, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 1 day ago

Home Detective Company is the oldest and most experienced repossession firm in North Carolina. During 2025, we are celebrating our 103rd year in business!! We have grown through the years by...

Motor Vehicle Operator - Patient Transportation

  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago

complicated road and interchange systems....

Patient Transporter, Transporters - PRN

  • Durham, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 4 days ago

Diagnostic Sonographer - First Shift Duke University Health System Details Posted: 09-May-25 Location: Durham, North Carolina Categories: Allied Health Internal Number: 257078 At Duke Health,...

Transporter for Assisted Living Residents

  • Lincolnton, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC
  • 4 days ago

Current commercial driver's license (CDL) may be required with an acceptable driving record in accordance with Federal Department of Transportation regulations....

Lead Transporter

  • Hickory, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Transports patients, specimens, and equipment throughout the facility. COMPANY DESCRIPTION Frye Regional Medical Center, located in the beautiful foothills of North Carolina is a...

Patient Transporter (Part Time)

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 5 days ago

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

Patient Transporter (Part Time)

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 6 days ago

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

Patient Transporter

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 6 days ago

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and...

Rollback Transporter

  • Colfax, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Colfax, NC
  • 7 days ago

Home Detective Company is the oldest and most experienced repossession firm in North Carolina. During 2025, we are celebrating our 103rd year in business!! We have grown through the years by...

Patient Transporter Specialist - Atrium Health's Levine Cancer Institute PRN Days Atrium Health - 3.7 Charlotte, NC Job Details PRN Estimated: $34.3K - $39.7K a year 18 hours ago Qualifications...

Patient Transporter

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 10 days ago

Overview The Patient Services Assistant provides a timely, safe, customer service focused transport service for patients at the Raleigh campus. Department Description Serving the community since...

Transporter Radiology PRN

  • Morehead City, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Morehead City, NC
  • 10 days ago

JOB RELATIONSHIPS Responsible to: Radiology Department Manager DEFINITION OF POSITION Responsible for ambulatory patient transportation to the Radiology Department and back to the floors in...

Patient Transporter Lead

  • Durham, NC
  • 18 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 18 days ago

Patient Transporter Lead 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 2301 ERWIN RD, Durham, NC 27710 At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved...

OR Attendant Transporter

  • Gastonia, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Gastonia, NC
  • 21 days ago

Job Summary : Performs all activities in accordance with approved policies and guidelines. Responsible for providing direct patient care as delegated and supervised by the RN. Responsible for...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in North Carolina

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 North Carolina 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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