Is it hard to get a job as an Uber driver?

So, you're wondering if it's hard to become an Uber driver? Honestly, it's not rocket science, but it's also not a walk in the park, you know? I mean, my brother-in-law, bless his heart, tried to sign up and it took him forever. He kept getting tripped up on some little thing, I think it was something about his insurance – the paperwork's a nightmare, apparently.

It's not inherently difficult, like I said. You just gotta be old enough to drive legally – obviously! – have a clean driving record, which is a big one. I mean, if you've got a bunch of speeding tickets or worse, you're probably out of luck. And a valid driver's license, that’s a given. They do a background check too, which is totally understandable, right? Nobody wants a criminal driving around picking up their grandma.

They really look into your driving history. I remember reading somewhere that something like 90% of applicants pass the background check, which sounds pretty good, but it still means 10% don't make it. Think of all those people, it’s kind of sad actually. And that's just the background check, they're also super strict about the car itself – it needs to be a certain year, in good shape… my cousin’s car didn't even qualify, poor guy. It's a bit more than just jumping in your car and driving!

So, easy? Not really. Smooth sailing? Definitely not. But doable? If you meet all the requirements, yes, it should be doable. Just be prepared for some paperwork – maybe even more than you think! Good luck!