Uber Ride Share Driver reviews

3.0

52% would recommend to a friend

(34 total reviews)
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Dara Khosrowshahi

39% approve of CEO

38% positive business outlook

Ride Share Driver employees have rated Uber with 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 34 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Ride Share Driver professionals have an average working experience there. Uber is rated 22% below average by Ride Share Driver professionals compared to other employers within the Tecnologías de la información industry (3.9 stars).

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34 reviews
1.0
Aug 10, 2023

so bad

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Global Reach: Uber operates in numerous cities and countries around the world. Working at Uber gives you the chance to be part of a global team, collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds, and contribute to a truly international company. Career Growth: Uber offers a dynamic and fast-paced work environment that can lead to rapid career growth. With the company's rapid expansion and diverse range of business initiatives, there are often opportunities for advancement and the chance to take on new challenges. Flexible Work Arrangements: Uber, being a technology-driven platform, often offers flexible work arrangements, including the option to work remotely. This can be particularly appealing to those who value a work-life balance and the freedom to structure their workdays.

Cons

Workload and Stress: Depending on the role, employees at Uber might experience high workloads and stressful conditions, especially during peak times or when dealing with customer service issues. The fast-paced and dynamic nature of the company's operations can lead to burnout for some individuals. Regulatory and Legal Challenges: Uber operates in a complex regulatory environment, and the company has faced legal challenges and disputes in various locations around the world. This can lead to uncertainty and potential disruptions in the company's operations. Job Security: The nature of the gig economy means that drivers and other gig workers might not have the same job security as traditional full-time employees. Changes in demand, shifts in business strategy, or regulatory issues can impact their income and stability.

2.0
Jul 19, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Make your own hours. Meet new and interesting people. See different parts of your town. Chance to network with industry professionals you wouldn't normally have access to. Payment options are fast. Personality and professionalism go a long way for tips. Barely a bar to entry for employment as long as you have a history of safe driving, access to a inspection passing vehicle and legal driver's license.

Cons

Ride offers are insultingly low pay. Cost of maintenance is expensive. Hertz rental program is unorganized, lack of availability and expensive. Long hours yield less and less pay each year. Depreciation of your own vehicle. This job puts you at constant risk from drunk drivers, texting and driving, road debris, potholes, industrial accidents, dangerous neighborhoods and vehicle theft/armed robbery for very little pay. Company will deactivate you even with dash cam footage in most cases. Work/life balance at the full-time level manipulated by impossible bonus goals.

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