Why?
After working with poeple for 30 years, I needed a job where I could get out and meet poeple and make some extra money. My neices boyfriend was doing it and suggsted I do it. I looked into and wondered if this would be safe for me as a single woman. The people I picked up would have to utilize their smartphone not a pay as you go phone, they would have to pay credit and Uber knows where they are and where I am.
After driving for a couple of months, I have not had a bad ride. I decide if I want to unlock the door or deny the ride if I don’t have a good feeling. After dealing with customers for so many years, I trust my instincts. I also carry a pepper spray and all payment is by credit card so there is no cash to steal. I get to meet poeple from all over the world.
Getting started?
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Had to send in a copy of my car and drivers license, car registration and car insurance.
Then I drive to a safety area where they do a safety inspection.
Took me less than a week and I was ready.
need to have a 4 door car. Minivan or SVU is ok.
depending on the car will depend on what kind of Uber you are. - Uberx is the economy ride. seats 4 riders, has to be 2000 or newer
Uberxl – 6 passengers, SUV, Mini Van
Uberplus or Uber Select is more upscale like a BMW, Mercedes
Uberblack – luxury sedans
So whenever you want to work, turn on the App on your phone and become avabilale. Normally takes less than 20 minutes to get a ride.When I want to end my day I just turn the app off.
They pay by direct deposit weekly.
I worked on Friday and saturday and get paid on Tuesday.
I work about 8 hours on a day. Yesterday started at Noon, took a dinner break and ended around 830pm.Lots of VIPs wth the airlines are starting to use Uber. I will work after dark but end by 9pm usually.No tips with Uber, Tips wth Lyft. Busier with Uber.
Since you are an independent contractor taxes are not taken out so you get a 1099 at the end of the year.Uber takes 20%, theres no statement on how much Lyft takes becasue it varies by state. In california i am covered for insurance by uber and lyft to the tune of 1 million dollars to cover accident and the rider.Some insurance companies offer special deals for uber and lyft drivers. Check with your auto insurance company.If I am on the way to get a rider or have a rider in my car then i am covered by the uber insurance if I Have an accident.If you sign up under this link, you can get a bonus for signing up. It will tell you the bonus when you go over and tell them what city you are in. You could earn up to a $250 bonus!
http://ubr.to/1T6y6QT
https://www.lyft.com/drivers/CLAUDIA561062
If you can deal with the public as an airline employee, then this is really easy to do.
You get to meet a lot of cool people and the extra money is good.
I highly recommend it to airline employees or even retirees looking to get out of the house and make some extra money.