Gig Driver Jobs in Washington

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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Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Fairchild Air Force Base, WA
  • moments ago
  • Fairchild Air Force Base, WA
  • moments ago

Must be able to obtain a Commercial driver's License (CDL) if transporting 16 or more passengers, including the driver....

Independent Operator

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 19 hours ago

About Grocery Outlet Grocery Outlet is a rapidly growing, family-oriented retailer dedicated to providing customers with high-quality, deeply discounted products. With commitment to our...

Patient Transporter

  • Auburn, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 1 day ago

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers,...

Patient Transporter

  • Olympia, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 1 day ago

Patient Transporter Providence St. Joseph Health - Olympia, WA Posted: 4/23/2025 - Expires: 7/22/2025 Job ID: 288218258 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description...

You will lead and grow a talented team of engineers who develop and cutting-edge technologies to enable package transportation, logistics, and delivery....

Patient Transporter

  • Olympia, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 2 days ago

Transport performs duties involving the movement of patients, items, and equipment to and from various nursing units and destinations within the hospital. The transporters' primary focus is to...

Cynch Contract Driver

  • Marysville, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Marysville, WA
  • 5 days ago

Cynch Contract Driver (Marysville) Cynch Propane 4509 152nd Street NE compensation: You will be compensated based on the number of tanks delivered, stops, hours and mileage within the time block...

defining the strategic vision for major features of a product or service, establishing a roadmap, and have a track record of successfully partnering with business teams to understand insights and driving...

SEASONAL - Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Longmire, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Longmire, WA
  • 6 days ago

You must possess and maintain a current Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License, with Air Brakes endorsement by the closing date of this announcement....

Transporter Systems Safety and Reliability Lead - Lunar Permanence

  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the...

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the...

SEASONAL - Motor Vehicle Operator

  • Longmire, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Longmire, WA
  • 7 days ago

Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 2025.Must possess and maintain a current Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License, with Air Brakes endorsement by the closing date of this announcement.Ability To...

Per Diem Patient Transporter

  • Port Townsend, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Port Townsend, WA
  • 8 days ago

Patient Transporter Announcement #299242 Jefferson Healthcare is looking for a compassionate per diem Patient Transporter to join our healthcare team. The Patient Transporter is responsible for...

TransporterX org within Amazon's Last Mile Technology is focused on revolutionizing the final stage of delivery operations. Our mission is to create perfect delivery experiences by empowering...

Internal Transporter

  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago

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Demographic Data for Washington

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Gig Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Gig Driver Jobs in Washington

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 Washington 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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