Gig Driver Jobs in Virginia

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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Transporter

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • moments ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • moments ago

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Transporter with Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center you can be a part of an...

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Patient Transporter

  • Sentara
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 16 hours ago

City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview: Overview Sentara is hiring a Patient Transporter The Patient Transporter safely escorts and transports patients within all areas of the...

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Patient Transporter - Night Shift

  • UVA Health
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 2 days ago

These roles focus on assisting patients and their families with hospitality, logistical, and support needs. These roles are essential for ensuring a smooth and efficient healthcare experience....

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Transporter Specialist CDL - Part Time - Flexible Schedule

  • University of Virginia
  • University, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • University, VA
  • 3 days ago

Licensure: Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Type A or B with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements or a valid State of Virginia Driver's License and the ability to obtain the CDL with endorsements...

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Transporter Specialist CDL - Part Time - Flexible Schedule

  • UVA Health
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 5 days ago

Licensure: Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Type A or B with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements or a valid State of Virginia Driver's License and the ability to obtain the CDL with endorsements...

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Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Federal Emergency Management Agency
  • Round Hill, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Round Hill, VA
  • 6 days ago

The ideal candidate will possess a current Class B CDL license w/ P&H endorsement & have experience operating and maneuvering passenger motor coaches/vehicles up to 32,000 lbs....

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Class 1 Car Transporter Driver

  • Freight Force Recruitment Ltd
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 11 days ago

Class 1 Car Transporter Driver Job Reference: ...-2 Date Posted: 22 May 2026 Recruiter: Freight Force Recruitment Ltd Location: Norfolk Salary: 55,000 to 65,000 Bonus/Benefits: 2-4 vehicle bonus,...

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Motor Vehicle Operator

  • WPNSTA Yorktown VA
  • Yorktown, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Yorktown, VA
  • 12 days ago

Operes vehicles over roads and streets through all kinds of traffic depending upon the type of vehicle opered and the purpose for which it is opered....

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Clinical Transporter II

  • Carilion Clinic
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 14 days ago

CLINICAL TRANSPORTER II at Carilion Clinic CLINICAL TRANSPORTER II at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia Posted in 2 days ago. Job Description: Job Title: CLINICAL TRANSPORTER II Description...

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Transporter - Full Time

  • Valley Health
  • Winchester, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 19 days ago

Department PATIENT TRANSPORT TEAM - 206014 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift First Shift (United States of America) Pay Grade Job Description Transporter is responsible for patient transport by...

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Transporter PRN

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 21 days ago

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Transporter PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center which is...

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Patient Transporter (On Call)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 23 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 23 days ago

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

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Patient Transporter (On Call)

  • Compass Group
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 23 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 23 days ago

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

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Patient Transporter (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 27 days ago

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

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Patient Transporter (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 28 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 28 days ago

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

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.2%
High School or GED
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.5%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
8.9%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.5%



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