While driving may seem like a chore for some, others love the feeling it can give them. You get a sense of freedom while still being able to control the situation around you. Some individuals even find it relaxing, as they can reflect and think during their travels.
If you’re looking for a new job and have a passion for vehicles, why not consider putting the two together. There are so many career options out there that you will undeniably find something you love.
Below, we are going to take a look at ten different driving jobs for those that enjoy being behind the wheel. Want to learn more? Then keep on reading!
Bus Driver
Bus drivers transport individuals around for a living. They can work for a transit system or for a school morning/afternoon run. To get started in this job, you need to have a strong understanding of local routes, be able to maintain order on the bus and know how to keep the vehicle in good condition.
Degree/experience:Â Bus drivers license (CDL) + Employee trainingÂ
Average Salary:Â $16.45 per hour
Additional Skills:Â Time management, Customer service, Road Knowledge
Truck Driver
The role of a truck driver is to transport goods from one location to another. It’s an excellent job for those that love scenic road trips, and if you choose to drive from state-to-state, you can make a high income. However, you do need to be careful about how many hours you do actually drive. Click the link to learn more about how hours-of-service violations contribute to truck accidents.
Degree/experience:Â Truck drivers license (CDL) + Hazardous materials endorsement (for transporting HAZMAT)Â
Average Salary:Â $61,639 per year
Additional Skills:Â Recordkeeping, Road Knowledge, Time-Management
Taxi Driver
Becoming a taxi driver may seem like quite a tedious job, but it does come with many advantages. You can work flexible hours, there are no upfront costs, and there is excellent earning potential. Once completing the necessary training, you can apply for a taxi license and lease a vehicle. It’s as easy as that! Just make sure you have a clean record, as most companies will look into this.
Degree/experience: Taxi drivers’ license + Driver safety workshopÂ
Average Salary:Â $25,532 per year
Additional Skills:Â Patience, Time-management, Flexibility, Road Knowledge
Race Car Driver
Becoming a race car driver might not be the most straightforward career to get into, but for those that have the knowledge and experience, anything is possible! Once you’ve practiced racing with karts, you can join the SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) to get a license and start competing. Once your skills get better, you can then look into getting a sponsor or joining a professional team.
Degree/experience:Â Drivers Licence + SCCA license
Average Salary:Â $40,904 per year
Additional Skills:Â Problem-solving, Engineering knowledge, Time-management
Courier Driver
Courier drivers are the wonderful individuals that help deliver your packages. They transport goods to both homes and businesses, generally using trucks and vans. Alongside regular shipping, they can also work in a particular niche. This could include high-volume pallets, perishable items, and luggage delivery. They can also work both locally or travel to different states/cities.
Degree/experience:Â Drivers LicenceÂ
Average Salary:Â $45,264 per year
Additional skills:Â Interpersonal skills, Reliability, Time-management, Road knowledge
Driving Instructor
If you think that you have good driving skills, then becoming an instructor might be the perfect job for you. These individuals teach new drivers all the skills required to pass their test and remain safe out on the road. However, it’s not limited to just cars. They can also teach how to drive trucks, motorcycles, and even buses successfully. If you choose to run your own business, you can even set your own working hours.
Degree/experience:Â Drivers licence + DMV training program + Vision test + Road sign test + Written test + Behind-the-wheel instructor test
Average Salary:Â $18.06 per hour
Additional skills:Â Patience, Initiative, Time-efficiency, IntuitivenessÂ
Chauffeur
Chauffeurs operate a private driving service, usually to businesses or wealthy individuals. While some work for one family/company, others manage multiple clients for both short and long-term contracts. They can be booked for an individual trip or can be on call with a varied schedule. Aside from driving, there aren’t many other responsibilities involved with this job.
Degree/experience Drivers licenseÂ
Average Salary:Â $18.60 per hour
Additional skills:Â Time management, Reliability, General car knowledge
Uber/Lyft Driver
Becoming a rideshare driver can be a great second job if you want to earn some extra cash on the side. The process to get started is super easy, as you just need to sign up using the online form. You can set your own hours, choose when to get paid, and even get to decide between different services such as food delivery or transporting customers. It can be competitive in some areas, but the more you build up your reputation, the more work you can get.
Degree/experience:Â Drivers licenseÂ
Average Salary:Â $37,948 per year (flexible as you set your hours)
Additional skills:Â Customer service, Reliability, Ability to work independentlyÂ
MechanicÂ
A mechanics’ job is to make sure that every car is in good working condition. They diagnose problems, order parts, and fix issues so that the vehicles are road-worthy. This job is perfect for those that love tinkering under the hood but does require a large skill set. You need to know all about a car’s interior and exterior and learn how to identify both common and challenging problems.
Degree/experience: Vocational education program + ASE certificate + Employer trainingÂ
Average Salary: $18.30 per hour
Additional skills:Â Customer service, Administration, Problem-solving
Car Salesperson
Love cars but don’t think you could physically drive them all day? Why not consider selling them for a living. A car salesperson is responsible for setting us up with our dream vehicles, including both affordable used cars and brand new luxury models.
Degree/experience:Â No formal degree required
Average Salary:Â $54,583 per year
Additional skills:Â Customer service, Administration, General car knowledge, Negotiation skills
