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1029 8 Simple Gigs That Pay Insanely Well jobs in Chicago,IL

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Milton Hershey School - Berwyn, IL

Houseparents, Full-Time - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
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Delivery Driver - No Experience Needed

DoorDash

Chicago, IL

OnsiteFlexible Schedule

Minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer
Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
Earn extra cash
Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.
Part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady
18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
Driver's license number
Social security number (only in the US)
Consistent access to a smartphone
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Drive with Uber: Earn at least $2995 when you complete 205 trips with Uber, guaranteed

Uber

Chicago, IL 60603

Flexible Schedule

Earn at least $2995 driving with Uber when you complete your first 205 trips in 30 days.
Earnings guaranteed for your first 205 trips with Uber.
Earn $2995*—if not more—when you complete 205 trips in your first 30 days.
Any tips and promotions you make are on top of this amount.
Get started today and we'll provide support along the way.
Cash out up to 5X a day with Uber's Instant Pay.
Access 24/7 support if you need help.
Gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary
You control when and where you drive.
21 years old or older
A 4-door vehicle
A valid U.S. driver's license
Vehicle insurance
At least one year of driving experience in the U.S. (3 years if you're under 23 years old)
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Tax Expert - TurboTax Store (Chicago)

Intuit

Cicero, IL 60804

~ 16 min OnsiteUrgently HiringBilingual PreferredHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

The expected base pay range for this position is: Illinois $31.00 - $34.50
This position will be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards
401(k) Savings Plan with company matching, paid sick time, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, E&O; Insurance provided by Intuit, Employee Assistance Program
Discounts on Intuit products including a free copy of TurboTax, ongoing collaboration opportunities with TurboTax's network of growth-minded professionals and marketing support
Sunday through Saturday, for a minimum of 20 hours per week. Operating hours are subject to change and will likely scale up during periods of peak customer demand.
Have an active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) as required by law to file taxes.
Must possess or be able to obtain any related State licenses, certificates, permits, or bonds
Minimum of 3 years of paid experience filing 30 or more federal and state individual 1040 tax returns per tax season using professional tax preparation software.
Must be comfortable working onsite at a TurboTax retail or flagship location, Sunday through Saturday, for a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Must be willing to wear a TurboTax uniform
Must be willing to work in a front facing retail environment
Must reside within the United States.
Active, unrestricted EA, CPA, or attorney license with strong tax preparation experience with deep knowledge of tax law preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills are a plus
Experience in holistic tax advisory services beyond tax filing
New, Posted 11 hours ago
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Food Delivery with Uber Eats

Uber Eats

Chicago, IL 60608

Earn an extra $450 when you complete 45 deliveries in 14 days with Uber Eats.*
Keep 100% of your tips.
With Uber, you can cash out your earnings up to 6 times a day with Instant Pay.
We'll provide support along the way and get you on the platform as soon as the next day.
Part-time or full-time job
(gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary)
For an hour, a weekend, or throughout the week
Meet the minimum age to deliver in your city
Have a valid driver's license in your name*
Provide Social security number (only in the US)
You consent to a background check
You have an iPhone or Android smartphone
If Car: Have a 2-door or 4-door car
If Scooter: Have a motorized scooter under 50cc
*If Bike: Have a government-issued ID
New, Posted 17 hours ago
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Multi-Office Leader

H&R Block

Lombard, IL 60148

$59,200-$70,100/yr
Requires TravelHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

Competitive pay
Successful candidates may be able to participate in one or more incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans, which could generate additional earnings in accordance with the terms of each plan.
$59,200.00 - $70,100.00/Yr.
Comprehensive benefits
Medical and prescription drug coverage
H&R; Block Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) Plan)
Employee Assistance Program
(virtual) fitness center programs
Associate discount program
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Associate Tax Prep benefit
Including evenings, weekends, and Saturdays as needed to meet business demands
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
3\+ years work experience leading teams in a multi-unit retail, service, or operations environment with accountability for performance outcomes
Ability to climb ladders and lift, carry, and move boxes, supplies, equipment and other materials weighing up to 20 pounds in support of office readiness, setup, maintenance, and operational activities, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to travel frequently in-day, with minimal overnight travel, between assigned offices to maintain consistent in-person presence across multiple office locations
Ability to work a schedule that aligns with operational hours across assigned locations, including evenings, weekends, and Saturdays as needed to meet business demands
Experience with seasonal workforce planning, hiring, and readiness execution
Experience partnering cross-functionally including operations, facilities, talent acquisition, and analytics
Experience with office readiness, facilities, coordination, or operational infrastructure across multiple locations
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Grubhub Driver - Oak Lawn, IL - Fast Cash, Flexible Work!

Grubhub

Chicago, IL 60655

Flexible Schedule
New, Posted 15 hours ago
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Pipefitter

Ecolab

Glenwood, IL 60425

$30/hr
$500 bonus
~ 44 min OnsiteChildcare AssistanceEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

$500 signing bonus
$500
$30.00 / hour.
Eligible for overtime.
Comprehensive benefits package starting day one of employment including medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
Life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.
Monday - Friday 6:00AM – 2:30PM, OT eligible
High School diploma or equivalent
5 years of experience in an equipment assembly-related assignment
5 years of experience in a pipefitting assignment
Experience using hand and power tools and basic size/weight measuring devices
This position requires regularly lifting and carrying 50lbs
Performing confined space entry
No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity
Skilled trade degree or certification
Maintenance or mechanic experience
Experience safely rigging and loading/unloading systems or component parts
Experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks
Ability to wire simple circuitry and perform point-to-point terminations
Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical and electrical drawings
Basic computer skills (i.e., data entry, internet, email, etc.)
New, Posted 14 hours ago
Advanced Maintenance Technician - Electrical & Controls (2nd Shift)

S&C Electric Company

Chicago, IL 60607

New, Posted 13 hours ago
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Assistant Manager, Maintenance

Greyhound Lines

Chicago, IL 60290

$95,000/yr
OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

Annual 10% bonus
Compensation Range: USD $80,000.00 - USD $95,000.00 /Yr.
Competitive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans, including multiple FSAs (Health and Dependent Care).
401(k) plan with up to 4% company matching contributions.
Take time off when you need it, as you need it, subject to business needs and manager approval.
8 weeks of fully paid leave to support new parents and growing families.
Basic company-paid life insurance equal to your annual salary.
Receive up to $600 per year for eligible lifestyle-related services.
Up to $5,250 per year reimbursed for your continued education and development after 12 months of continuous service.
Free, confidential support for mental health, legal, financial, and family issues, including up to 5 free counseling sessions per year.
Complimentary travel on FlixBus and Greyhound for you and eligible dependents.
For all shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
3 or more years of supervisory experience in automotive, trucking, or bus maintenance
Mechanical Background
Ability to do Shift Work (For all shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays)
HS Diploma or GE
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