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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Vehicle Operator - Full and Part Time Positions

  • Parkland, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Parkland, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Vehicle Operator Job Overview: We are currently seeking skilled and dedicated individuals to join our team as Vehicle Operators. As a Vehicle Operator, you will undergo expert training in...

Transporter - Patient Transport

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago

**Transporter Patient Transport** Location: PeaceHealth Southwest, Vancouver, WA Job Type: **Part Time, 0.75 FTE, Day Shift, 10 hours, 0900-1930** Requisition ID: #111817 Salary Range: $18.98...

Patient Transporter - Central Dispatch

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

361284 Company: Swedish Jobs Job Category: Technical Services Job Function: Clinical Care Job Schedule: Part time Job Shift: Day Career Track: Technical/Skilled Support Department: 3901 SFH CENTRAL DISPATCH...

Transporter Configuration Engineer - Lunar Permanence

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 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...

Road Driver

  • Fife, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fife, WA
  • 2 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. * Must possess...

Independent Operator - Store Manager

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 2 days 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...

CNA transporter

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 3 days 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

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 3 days 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,...

Come help Amazon create and deploy cutting edge new technologies to deliver packages to the customer's door step! Our team is seeking a talented SDE to help build the core delivery services...

Patient Transporter - Central Transportation

  • Spokane, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 4 days ago

.** Under the direction of the Transport Manager and/or Transport Dispatcher, assumes independent responsibility/accountability for the transport of patients, equipment, specimens, and other items....

Patient Transporter

  • Everett, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 4 days ago

Transports patients of all ages using a variety of modes of transport and equipment. Delivers equipment and supplies. Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our...

Sr. Fluids Engineer IV Lunar Permanence/Transporter Vehicle

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 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...

Patient Transporter (Full Time)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago

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

Transporter Sr. Chief Engineer - Lunar Permanence

  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 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...

Demographic Data for Washington

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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

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Highest Education Level

Gig Drivers in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.2%
High School or GED
26.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
8.2%
Some College
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%



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