Uber Technologies reviews

So at different times Uber has made different statements on this issue. At one point, they wouldn't really say definitively either way, presumably because they didn't want to risk any sort of liability (in a court of law or the court of public opinion) if they told drivers no CCW and then some driver got shot. Laws vary by state, but in many, companies have the legal rights to prohibit their employees from carrying weapons at work. Uber drivers are not employees. Technically we are the owners of private businesses which do contract work for uber. So I am both boss and employee. Therefore Me (the boss) could prohibit my "employee" from carrying a weapon at work, or I could require my "employee" to carry. But either way- its is my company, its my call. Uber of course has the right to choose not to do business with contractors who require their "employee" to carry a weapon, but uber has no legal basis for prohibiting it. They may choose to end their contract with that company, but as long as the weapon was carried in accordance with local laws, the "employee" will not face any legal consequences. Also, can anyone please cite me a source on where uber says no guns for drivers? I've heard it plenty, but never actually seen an official source. I can say it is not in the service agreement, which is the only contract I've ever signed with them

I work in an area where there's more than enough demand to go around, so I've never really personally experienced any conflict with taxis. From what I hear from a lot of pax though, if there were more ubers in my area, the cabs would really start to hurt- we are much preferred to the taxis

First, that's not a pay stub- it's basically a summary of recent trips, still subject to adjustment until end of the pay period. Second, you're absolutely right. If I calculated my earnings based only on my actual fares, it would be closer to $200 a week. But during certain times, I have guaranteed earnings. That's why i only work the specific hours I work. And I don't mean "demand is high, so I'm guaranteed to make $X" I mean that (as long as I meet some basic requirements) at the right time, I'm guaranteed $16/hr net. If I don't make that much from fares, uber will pay me the difference.

They don't require you to own the car, just have "legal right to use" it. You could use your car, your fiancee's, parent's, friend's, whoever's. You just have to have a valid license, be 21+ and the car has to be appropriately registered and insured (in anyone's name) Good luck getting on the phone with anyone from uber. You're usually luckily if you get anything but a form-letter response to an email.

Basically its just like regular Uber, but instead of people u have food (or Walmart) in your car. You do have to go in the restaurant (unless its McDonalds) to pick up the food. Which can be a pain sometimes. Its also a pain sometimes trying to find an apartment or going upstairs. Not as much of a pain as picking up drunk fools though, plus sometimes you get free food if the customer doesnt show up.

Work any time and anywhere

Not having a office to go to when problems happen

Busy hours

Nothing much to say I just wish I'd got a real person to talk to when needed

Nothing

I didn't

I love working with uber I'm not fond of answering machine

Love it

Meeting new people........

Driving getting to know different places and people

Not enough ride

Getting paid

Freedom of schedule

Yearly ride prices rise for customers while percentage of pay decreases for drivers. There is no increase year to year in income unless you add driving time leading to less free time and more expenses in maintenance.

None

No benefits, not a safe workplace, depreciation on my vehicle, compensation.

I'm my own boss.

Very diverse environment. Collaboration is encouraged. Members of leadership are supportive of their teams.

Employees sometimes feel unheard or dismissed by management if the business demand is not somehow connected to the employee's needs.

Uber employee credits. Perkspot.

Remote job, People very nice

I didn't like to be pay every week, but now I use to it.

12 days Holydays/Y

Meeting people and enjoy driving

Wear and tear on vehicle

Good wages and benefits

Free food and rides

Micromanaging, Indirect with assignments, little room for growth

Free credits

Flexibility to work when I'm available

Wear and tear on personal vehicle

I can be available to help my elderly mother as needed.

I like the fact that I had a flexible schedule. I really liked being a self starter and learning as I went.

Sometimes there was not enough work to keep me busy.

Meeting customers and making their day brighter.

Work when I want. Day or night. Be my own boss.

The long wait for an order

Daily payouts!

flexible schedule, able to work in areas I am familiar with.

Slow down times when no orders come in

Being able to deliver with my wife. Exciting to discover Beautiful areas I was not aware of.

Independence in being an entrepreneur appealed to me.

Customer evaluations ( rating system ) given. Most of them were good except a few that really brought my total average down with Uber.

Going to areas that I wanted and were most familiar .

I like communication with different customers

Company doesn't pay for gas

Work hours flexibility

Flexible schedule, good pay, safe environment, interesting people

None

Bonuses

Flexibility , work as many hours as I want or days that I want

No benefits, low base pay

Receiving tips, job flexibility

Great work environment. Fast paced.

Need to relocate/travel.

Flexible work schedule.

Being able to establish creativity in my uber by creating a book full of wholesome places to go in las vegas and another with current headliners at the clubs with who's going to be when and where. And free jolly ranchers or mints.

Nothing, it was challenging and exciting and amazing.

Being able to multitask

Paid the bills

Company was still trying to figure out the role

Medical benefits

Loved working with people face to face, solving their day to day problems and making their “bad” experience good!

Everyone driver would ask for my help because I was patient :)

Meeting new people everyday

Too much driving

Having good communication with people

I loved the people, culture, and the everything about the work I did there.

The only aspect I didn't like was that the job was a contract position.

Weekly Pay

Startup - able to work on different smaller projects.

After IPO, more political.

Free food

I like take care the customers, show the respect and customer care

May to meet a customer who don’t Appreciate my service

Appreciation and tips

Job changes daily and meet new people

Driving in traffic is the only thing I don’t like

Being my own boss

I like Uber’s hands on approach and flexible schedule. With a good understanding of your finances there opportunity for big gains.

The staff isn’t connected, this makes it hard to solve simple problems. A lot of the staff aren’t used to the app as the drivers are.

keeping a 4.85 or above rating after completing three thousand rides you can apply for Free schooling at asu online.

I feel free to do what I want . flexible hour

stressful with passenger scare to have any kind of sickness

none

Making my own schedule

Terrible pay, had to use my own vehicle to work in

Making my own schedule

I like working there because I have been meeting different people with different culture from different locations.

I need to use my academic and experiences into the other sectors.

health benefit.

Great pay flexibility. Transport customers safely between places. Drive V.I.P.'s to various destinations upon request with knowledge of the city and efficient routes. Assure that vehicle is maintained in excellent condition and cleaned regularly. Maintain neat and clean appearance and proved excellent customer service. @2014 to present.

Driving a lot.

Insurance.

I like the freedom and flexibility. They have also bonuses every time you make certain score.

No benefits

I can work as much as I want

Flexibility in working hours,and there’s always chances to meet great and humorous people

I don’t like insult and time wasting client

Airport trips

I can work when I want to, but the pay is not guaranteed.

Planning my own hours, I s'pose.

PROFESSIONALISM CONCERN FOR EMPLOYEES

LOVED THE JOB, FLEXIBILITY

GAS, HEALTH CARE

Very challenging environment. Ambitious people.

The work/life balance. I had 0 life outside of work.

Great to be able to use Uber while traveling.

Make my own schedule

Sometimes the app doesn’t work properly

I get meet Very interesting people , networking, tips are great

Working with the people within the company makes me want to be a better employee.

Limitations of what the company can do.

Work-Life balance

Always a time to work

No benefits

Listening to music

You can be your own boss.

It gets to be very repetitive and monotonous after a while.

Choosing your own hours.

The benefits and hours is what made me stay for the amount of years that I have been with them

The amount of stress that my title required and the type of interactions

Mental and health care

They offer plenty of chances to make money. THere are no bosses and it is convenient.

Not enough money. You have to work a lot to earn and there is wear and tear on the car.

Work when you want and not have a boss. Very flexible.

Average tip is around $5. My Average Uber eats delivery is about $4-8 depending on the distance and average regular Uber is about $10ish It doesnt pay well but it doesnt bad either, if everyone tips. Youll have days where you barely break even and youll have days where you make $100+ easy. It all kind of balances out in the end and its slightly above minimum wage on the whole.

Never! There was one girl I had a nice conversation with and we exchanged social media stuff but nothing ever came of it. I think my gaydar wasnt working right that day. I'm really shy generally so when I drive I basically just have a podcast on or my music and keep to myself. Unless ofc theyre a producer or something and then I'll try and network a little but that probably gets old to them.

Only serious one was a gay guy (I'm straight)

I wouldn't really say yes or no. I can almost guarantee you will be hit on constantly. If you drive nights, there might be some unwanted touching. I would 100% recommend a dash cam and maybe some mace. If you are interested, PM me. I'd be happy to answer any more specific questions you have, and can also provide you a sign up link that, depending on location, could give you a good sign up bonus

First, that's not a pay stub- it's basically a summary of recent trips, still subject to adjustment until end of the pay period. Second, you're absolutely right. If I calculated my earnings based only on my actual fares, it would be closer to $200 a week. But during certain times, I have guaranteed earnings. That's why i only work the specific hours I work. And I don't mean "demand is high, so I'm guaranteed to make $X" I mean that (as long as I meet some basic requirements) at the right time, I'm guaranteed $16/hr net. If I don't make that much from fares, uber will pay me the difference.