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.

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$20 per hour Part Time Driver - Uber Drivers Welcome

  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Return Valets is looking for drivers to pick up packages from Apartments in Grand Prairie and West Dallas on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, anytime between 9 am and 5 pm, and drop the packages...

Transporter - Radiology PRN Rotating

  • Sunnyvale, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale is an acute care hospital serving the communities in and around Sunnyvale, Texas. We strive to make the lives of our patients and their families...

Vehicle Driver III

  • Richmond, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Richmond, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we...

Patient Transporter - Central Transportation

  • Lubbock, TX
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 18 hours 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 - FT- Radiology

  • Mansfield, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Mansfield, TX
  • 1 day ago

Hours of Work : 7a-5:30p Days Of Week : Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday Work Shift : Job Description : Your Job: Provides prompt courteous transportation services to patients and visitors....

VEHICLE DRIVER II (CDL) Harlingen Area

  • Weslaco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Weslaco, TX
  • 1 day ago

Performs complex (journey-level) motor vehicle operations work. Work involves operating motor vehicles used in the transport of passengers. May train others. Works under general supervision, with...

Patient Transporter (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

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

Transporter Per Diem Rotate RBH

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The Transporter receives and transports patients and visitors in a safe and timely manner to their designated destination. Will document request for Services in order to provide...

Road Driver - TForce Freight

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: Impeccable customer service and dedication Valid class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in resident state Hazmat, tanker and doubles endorsements 21 years of age Meet all DOT and...

VEHICLE DRIVER I (NON CDL) Harlingen Area

  • Weslaco, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Weslaco, TX
  • 2 days ago

Performs routine (journey-level) motor vehicle operations work. Work involves operating motor vehicles used in the transport of passengers and performing vehicle maintenance. Works under moderate...

Transporter/PCT I - PACU - FT Days 2:30pm-11pm

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Sugar Land, 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

  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago

Overview Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Dallas,TX Patient Transporter Full-Time Hours: Day Shift (6:30 am - 7:00 pm) Compensation depends upon candidates years of experience...

Patient Transporter

  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago

Date: Jul 11, 2025 Location: Dallas, TX, US Category: Allied Health and Clinical Support Jobs Job Type: Rotating Schedule Type: Full-Time Requisition ID: 983094 Interested in a career with both...

Lead Transporter Frida/Monday 8am-4:30p Sat/Sunday 8am-9pm

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 2 days ago

Clears equipment left on floors, in hallways and unauthorized areas by moving them to designated equipment storage areas or reporting the equipment to the dispatcher, as appropriate....

Transporter-Weekends Sat/Sun 6:30a-7p 12 hr shift

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 2 days ago

Clears equipment left on floors, in hallways and unauthorized areas by moving them to designated equipment storage areas or reporting the equipment to the dispatcher, as appropriate....

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
High School or GED
25.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
13.8%
Master's Degree
8.5%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%



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