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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Patient Transporter

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 15 hours ago

Patient Transporter Winston Salem, NC, United States Job ID: 152129 Job Family: Support Services Status: Full Time Shift: Night Detailed Shift and Schedule: Fri, Sat, Sun 7p-7a Job Type: Regular...

Patient Transporter, Part Time, Emergency Room 11:30a-11:30p

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 16 hours ago

Patient Transporter, Part Time, Emergency Room 11:30a-11:30p 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Winston-Salem, NC 27157 Patient Transporters delivers exceptional hospitality to patients and guest with...

Vehicle Operator Instructor

  • Camp Lejeune, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Camp Lejeune, NC
  • 1 day ago

PLEASE NOTE : This position is contingent upon contract award. This position may be shared with one of our contract partners, and applicant resumes may be shared with a partner for consideration....

Patient Escorter-Transporter I

  • Greenville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, NC
  • 1 day ago

Job Description ECU Health About ECU Health Medical Center ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and...

Certified Nursing Assistant - Transporter

  • Henderson, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Henderson, NC
  • 4 days ago

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Lead Transporter

  • Greenville, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenville, NC
  • 5 days ago

Job Description ECU Health About ECU Health Medical Center ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and...

Patient Transporter (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago

Crothall Healthcare We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT TRANSPORTER positions. Location: Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center - 200 Hawthorne Lane, Charlotte, NC...

Patient Transporter - Atrium Health Cabarrus FT Nights

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Provides safe, efficient and courteous guest/transport services to patients, visitors and staff. Prioritizes service needs and performs customer service duties to include transports,...

Patient Transporter - Atrium Health Cabarrus FT Days

  • Concord, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Concord, NC
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Provides safe, efficient and courteous guest/transport services to patients, visitors and staff. Prioritizes service needs and performs customer service duties to include transports,...

Patient Transporter - Atrium Health Union PT Nights

  • Monroe, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Monroe, NC
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Provides safe, efficient and courteous guest/transport services to patients, visitors and staff. Prioritizes service needs and performs customer service duties to include transports,...

(Non-CDL) Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 7 days ago

direction in an ever-changing working condition EDUCATION AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent Valid driver’s license required CMV DOT Medical Card required 2+ years driving...

Nursing Technician - Transporter

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 7 days ago

The Nurse Technician - Transporter supports the Registered Nurse through observing and documenting patient conditions. Working under direct supervision, this role assists with patient support...

Road Driver

  • Durham, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 7 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....

Motor Vehicle Operator (Towing) NA-06

  • Fort Bragg, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Bragg, NC
  • 13 days ago

This position is located at North Bragg Auto Crafts, Fort Bragg, NC. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email,...

Resident Transporter

  • Taylorsville, NC
  • 27 days ago
  • Taylorsville, NC
  • 27 days ago

About our community We are an exceptional assisted living community, personalizing in the approach of ensuring every resident has their specific needs met at every stage.We strive daily to create...

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in North Carolina

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in North Carolina 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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