Gig Driver Jobs in Texas

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.

1-15 of 60 Jobs

Transporter I

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 5 hours ago

Overview As our Patient transporter at the CHI Woodlands Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiative and Dignity Health, youll transport patient to various...

Patient Transporter

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 hours ago

Return to selected search result Patient Transporter Apply locations Cypress Hospital time type Full time posted on Posted Today time left to apply End Date: August 31, 2025 (4 days left to apply)...

Independent contract driver

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Between $17k and $35k Per Other DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Bexar County $17k - $35k Per Year Independent contract driver HIRE QUEST LLC / Snelling Staffing Services Occupation:...

Patient Transporter PRN

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start...

Transporter - PRN

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 14 hours ago

Our Company Pate Rehabilitation Overview Pate Rehabilitation is seeking a responsible individual to fill the role of Transporter. The patient transporter will utilize company vehicles to transport...

Transporter - PRN/Days - Medical Center

  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago

At Houston Methodist, the Transporter position is responsible for transporting acute, intensive and critical care patients in a timely manner by wheelchair, transcart, stretcher or bed. This...

Patient Transporter

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 1 day ago

Overview Join our team as a day shift, full-time Patient Transporter in Amarillo, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with...

Patient Transporter - Central Transportation

  • Lubbock, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for the safe transport of patients, specimens, supplies, medications, equipment and other miscellaneous items. Direct supervision by Transportation Supervisor. Providence caregivers...

Patient Transporter

  • Cypress, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Cypress, TX
  • 2 days ago

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our...

Patient Transporter Part-time

  • El Paso, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 2 days ago

Patient Transporter (Part-Time) The Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine, LLC (CFWH) provides management and consulting services to healthcare providers in the area of wound care and...

Transporter PRN

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Use independent judgment in order to comply with Hospital and Department policies and procedures. Transporter interacts with patients, families, physicians and...

Autonomous Vehicle Driver/data collector

  • Mesquite, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesquite, TX
  • 2 days ago

Autonomous vehicle Safety driver/Data Collector needed for Dallas Texas Must have clean record and clean MVR Courses in safety driving a plus!! Drivers will test drive on predetermined routes to...

Transporter PRN

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start...

Patient Transporter-Senior

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago

Under limited supervision, responsible for providing a variety of activities related to the transportation of patients, guests, and equipment. Actively engages patient population in the waiting...

Food Transporter, Part-Time, Head Start

  • Laredo, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Laredo, TX
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary Reposted: 08/22/2025 This position is responsible for all types of Head Start services, such as the delivery of meals, upkeep of yards, and mail delivery. Major Duties Maintains...

Demographic Data for Texas

Moving to Texas? Find some basic demographic data about Texas below.


Local
National
29,144,347
636,376

Gig Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireTransportation curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
What do you say when a passenger approaches? Do you already have a made-up sentence or improvise? Would you know how to start a conversation about the weather forecast during the race?Being a taxi...
Fiverr Gig Success
Fiverr Success: In this course, I will teach you how to start your Fiverr career and grow a full time income building quality gigs in Fiverr. This course is created for beginners so even if you...
Food Safety for Drivers
To be a safe and responsible food delivery driver boils its important to understand how to follow the rules of temperature control, avoid cross-contamination, and practice good personal hygiene....

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Texas

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Gig Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.0%
High School or GED
25.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.7%
Associate's Degree
13.8%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.5%



Gig Driver Related Career Advice Articles

Introducing iHireTransportation
iHireTransportation Has Been Cleared for Takeoff

iHire is excited to announce the launch of iHireTransportation, a site dedicated to transportation careers serving employers and job seekers.

Read article »
How to become a truck driver
How to Become a CDL Truck Driver

Want to be a CDL truck driver but not sure where to begin? Follow this guide to get started and hit the open road.

Read article »
Long haul truck traveling across state lines as the sun sets
Interstate vs. Local Trucking: What You Need to Cross State Lines

Truckers are not required to obtain a federal commercial driver's license (they don't exist), but there are laws and regulations every driver — regardless of the state in which they are licensed — must know about crossing state lines in a truck.

Read article »