Looking for driving jobs in Santa Cruz, CA?
Are you searching for full-time driver jobs or part-time driver jobs in Santa Cruz? Try using Uber instead. The app gives you the flexibility to set your own hours and earn on your time.
Become a rideshare driver in Santa Cruz, CA
Your city needs drivers like you to keep everyone moving forward. Thousands of riders request rides with Uber every day. You can use your vehicle to get paid to drive in Santa Cruz while getting riders where they need to go.
Uber also connects you to these ways to earn:
Deliver with Uber Eats
Try food delivery using your 4-wheel or 2-wheel vehicle. With Uber Eats, you can connect people with the food they love from local restaurants.
Refer drivers
Invite friends and family to join the Uber community. Use your promo code when referring others, and you’ll earn a reward after they complete a certain number of trips.
Part-time driver
Santa Cruz, CA
Part-time, flexible hours
An alternative to traditional driving jobs in Santa Cruz.
If you’re looking for driver jobs in Santa Cruz, give Uber a try instead. Get paid to drive or deliver when you want, on the platform with the largest network of active riders.
Driving with Uber in Santa Cruz offers a flexible earning opportunity. It’s a great alternative to full-time driver jobs, part-time driver jobs, or other part-time gigs, temp jobs, or seasonal employment. Or maybe you’re already a rideshare driver and want to supplement your income by becoming a driver using the Uber platform. Drivers using Uber come from all backgrounds and industries, setting their own schedule to make life work for them.
Uber offers part-time driver job alternatives in all major cities in the US, including Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, and Seattle—plus hundreds of other cities of all sizes across the country.
To be a driver in Santa Cruz, you must meet certain requirements: meet the minimum age to drive in your city, have at least one year of driving experience, and clear a background check. The documents you’ll need to submit are a valid driver's license; proof of residency in your city, state, or province; and insurance if you plan to drive your own car. To sign up, the process includes submitting documents and photo; providing information for a background check; and finding out if your car is eligible (or getting a vehicle that is). For more information, you can go to uber.com/drive/requirements.
Uber’s mission is to reimagine the way the world moves for the better. We started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: How do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 15 billion trips later, we’re building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities.
Drivers using Uber are independent contractors who work on their own schedule with flexible hours. Uber is available in more than 10,000 cities worldwide. Signing up is easy for most people. We welcome drivers from other parts of the driving industry, such as bus, truck, taxi, limo, catering, and commercial drivers. We also welcome rideshare drivers and drivers who have been active on other driving apps and services. Driving with Uber is a good way to earn additional money. And you might also be eligible to deliver with Uber Eats. It’s easy to get started.
Frequently asked questions
- What’s the difference between being a rideshare driver with Uber in Santa Cruz and other traditional driver jobs?
Different driving jobs in Santa Cruz offer different opportunities. Some driving jobs have set hours and strict schedules. With Uber, you can decide whether you want to drive frequently or just a short time on the weekend. Previous rideshare experience is not required.
- How often do I have to drive with Uber?
Your schedule is up to you. With Uber, you can get paid to drive when you want. You have the flexibility to be a rideshare driver in Santa Cruz whenever you choose.
- How much of my tips do I get to keep?
Riders can tip you directly through the app for the service you provide, and you can see total tips in your weekly summary. As a rideshare driver in Santa Cruz, the tips you make from driving are on top of earnings and 100% yours—no service fees are applied.
- After I’ve taken a trip, how can I find out how much I’ll get paid?
Whether you’re driving or delivering, Uber’s Driver app offers helpful tools to find out how much you’re getting paid. At the top of your screen, you’ll see a monetary amount that shows your earnings. Look for resources in the app if you want more information about your totals and details.
- Can I drive using Uber and deliver using Uber Eats at the same time in Santa Cruz?
Yes, you are welcome to drive and deliver on the Uber platform. Please check the requirements you’ll need to meet in order to start earning with Uber in Santa Cruz. You can find those requirements at uber.com/drive/requirements.
- In Santa Cruz, what are some of the common places where drivers pick up and drop off riders?
Riders using Uber near you frequently request rides to The Blue Lagoon, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Santa Cruz Metro Station (Pacific Station). Hotels are also popular pickup and dropoff locations; some near you include Santa Cruz Dream Inn. And, of course, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport.
- Is there a list of vehicles I’m eligible to use as a rideshare driver with Uber in Santa Cruz?
If you want to learn more about becoming a driver in Santa Cruz, you can find information regarding signup and vehicle requirements at uber.com/drive/requirements. There’s also a list of eligible vehicles at uber.com/eligible-vehicles.
- Can I drive with Uber in Santa Cruz and also drive a taxi?
Yes, if you drive a taxi (or have another type of driver job), you’re also able to become a driver using Uber in your available time with a vehicle that’s your own.
- Is there a limit to the number of hours I can drive on Uber in Santa Cruz?
In general, regulations may enforce limits on the number of hours drivers can spend online on rideshare platforms in or around Santa Cruz. To help you keep track of your daily time limit, Uber’s Driver app will alert you when you’re approaching the applicable limit, then again when you’ve been online for the maximum amount of time. After a substantial period of time offline, driving time resets and you can go online again to receive trip requests. See more details at uber.com/drive/requirements/regulatory.
- How will I get paid when I drive with Uber in Santa Cruz?
When you drive with Uber in Santa Cruz, your earnings are transferred automatically, so there’s no need to worry about paperwork. If you're loading earnings to your debit card, in most instances you’ll get your cash right away, but you can cash out through Instant Pay up to 5 times every day. If you're transferring earnings to a bank account, processing times can vary depending on your bank. Learn more at uber.com/drive/basics/earnings.
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