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SilverRide

Bakersfield PACE - Driver

SilverRide, Bakersfield

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About SilverRide
SilverRide is an award-winning, fully licensed transportation network company (TNC) specializing in assisted rides for seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals with mobility challenges. Since 2007, we've provided over 1 million safe, supportive rides, helping clients stay independent, access essential services, and enjoy meaningful social connections.
Why drive with SilverRide? As an independent contractor on our platform , you'll do more than just drive-you'll provide compassionate support to riders who may need a little extra assistance. Most clients require minimal help, but they choose SilverRide for the peace of mind that friendly, capable support is available if needed.
Your Role:
  • Provide door-to-door, assisted transportation (e.g., helping with bags, offering an arm for stability, or folding walkers/wheelchairs).
  • Transport clients to medical appointments, grocery stores, social outings, and other destinations.
  • Deliver exceptional service with patience, respect, and professionalism .
Ideal Candidates Are:
  • Kind and reliable - You enjoy helping others and building rapport.
  • Safety-conscious - You prioritize safe driving and passenger comfort.
  • Flexible - You choose your schedule while meeting client demand.

Contractor Requirements:
21+ years old with a valid U.S. driver's license (3+ years) and clean record (no DUIs; ≤2 minor violations in 3 years).
Vehicle: 4-door sedan/SUV (≤180K miles), clean, smoke-free, and insured in your name. Depending on the contract, cars must be newer than 2015.
Background checks: Pass federal/state LiveScan fingerprinting, criminal background check (no felonies or violent charges), and sex offender registry screening.
Compliance: Willing to complete FTA/state drug testing and credentialing as required by our client.
Service animals: Must accommodate riders with service animals (per ADA law).