Bakersfield PACE - Driver

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 2014, and sometimes newer than 2016.

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).