[YdkJJ]

Hey there.

I just signed up for Uber as a driver and got an email that I'm approved, can download the app and start driving. But then under that it says I have to do all this other stuff for Chicago. I live near Joliet so I plan on at least starting picking up riders in the burbs. Do I or do I not have to get all the other Chicago stuff? It was unclear.

 

[pizza guy]

Yes. You'll end up at the airports pretty quick and if you don't have the proper documentation it gets expensive.

 

[JJL]

Yes, just wait until you get them or if you are desperate, when you get a ping, you need to call and make sure they are not going to the city or airports. If they are, ask them to cancel. Don't accept their request again.

 

[YdkJJ]

So even if I'm just driving to the city or airports for drop off and not necessarily picking up pax there, I still need to get the other Chicago stuff

 

[pizza guy]

They need money. There was a thread a while back by someone who got nailed for $4,000 worth of fines for not having the proper paperwork.

 

[Mindozas]

Take care of the Chicago stuff first and don't take first trip until Uber sends you a text with at least $50 incentive for your first ride.

 

[LoveTheBlues]

You need to get your city emblem (the document from the City of Chicago with your pic on it) which will be e-mailed to you. That has to be displayed on your dashboard. Once you have that you also need your trade dress (a TNP decal with the plane image and Uber decal). These can be picked up at the Green Light Centers in Chicago but can also be temporarily downloaded from Uber's site. Technically, you are required to have these things when driving anywhere in the region (including burbs). It is most heavily enforced in the city and particularly at the Airports, McCormick Place & Navy Pier. The fines are steep if written up without them.

 

[YdkJJ]

You need to get your city emblem (the document from the City of Chicago with your pic on it) which will be e-mailed to you. That has to be displayed on your dashboard. Once you have that you also need your trade dress (a TNP decal with the plane image and Uber decal). These can be picked up at the Green Light Centers in Chicago but can also be temporarily downloaded from Uber's site. Technically, you are required to have these things when driving anywhere in the region (including burbs). It is most heavily enforced in the city and particularly at the Airports, McCormick Place & Navy Pier. The fines are steep if written up without them.

Thanks. That clarifies things a lot.

 

[LoveTheBlues]

You need to get your city emblem (the document from the City of Chicago with your pic on it) which will be e-mailed to you. That has to be displayed on your dashboard. Once you have that you also need your trade dress (a TNP decal with the plane image and Uber decal). These can be picked up at the Green Light Centers in Chicago but can also be temporarily downloaded from Uber's site. Technically, you are required to have these things when driving anywhere in the region (including burbs). It is most heavily enforced in the city and particularly at the Airports, McCormick Place & Navy Pier. The fines are steep if written up without them.

Almost forgot to mention your vehicle inspection form needs to be with your City Emblem. FYI: Read the current thread City of Chicago harassing at Midway.

 

[SobrbNWI]

You need to get your city emblem (the document from the City of Chicago with your pic on it) which will be e-mailed to you. That has to be displayed on your dashboard. Once you have that you also need your trade dress (a TNP decal with the plane image and Uber decal). These can be picked up at the Green Light Centers in Chicago but can also be temporarily downloaded from Uber's site. Technically, you are required to have these things when driving anywhere in the region (including burbs). It is most heavily enforced in the city and particularly at the Airports, McCormick Place & Navy Pier. The fines are steep if written up without them.

Really?? I thought the TNP sign was only needed for the airports, Navy Pier, and McCormick.

 

[LoveTheBlues]

Really?? I thought the TNP sign was only needed for the airports, Navy Pier, and McCormick.

You may be right but that isn't 100% clear as I have seen inconsistent instructions from Uber on that. I use removable decals as i don't want all my trade dress on my car when I go to my day job and usually don't put out the TNP when i drive suburban on destination filter to work. But I did read in one Uber post that it is required in the city (and yet on others just at the locations you mentioned). I doubt it would be enforced elsewhere but if I'm driving in the city I don't chance it and just make sure it's on. The Uber decal is more clear and needed all the time.

 

[AJ Grace]

New Driver Q - I also operate out of the burbs and am located approx 15 minutes from O'Hare. In my first full week I grossed $611 and am curious how that stacks up against what's expected. On line from 9-5

 

[LoveTheBlues]

New Driver Q - I also operate out of the burbs and am located approx 15 minutes from O'Hare. In my first full week I grossed $611 and am curious how that stacks up against what's expected. On line from 9-5

Working 40 hours 9-5 in the burbs that's about all you can expect. Work rush hours and weekends in the city will make more.

 

[uber driver chicago]

Best #1 tip . Dont listen to all the negativity on here.

 

[Andretti]

New Driver Q - I also operate out of the burbs and am located approx 15 minutes from O'Hare. In my first full week I grossed $611 and am curious how that stacks up against what's expected. On line from 9-5

Actually, that's not too shaby for the 'burbs.

I always die in the 'burbs, so much so that even though I live out there I head straight into the city when I go online.

 

[augas0550]

If you want to get your signage a bit quicker than the mail, you can request temporary printable ones by logging in and going to the help section called "Sign Up to Drive," then "Local Document Requirements" under "Document Requirements," scroll down and there should be a link that says "Document Requirements." On that page, you want any of the links that say "Click to Request."

Sorry, lots of steps, but I'm evidently too new here to post a link...

I got mine in a day or two, but I think the City of Chicago Emblem with your picture that goes up front by your Uber sign gets emailed separately. Hope this helps!

 

[75drive]

So even if I'm just driving to the city or airports for drop off and not necessarily picking up pax there, I still need to get the other Chicago stuff

Yes you need to be in compliance with the city's Rideshare ordinance if you drive in the city period. Chances are if you're not an idiot and don't do stupid shit that gets you pulled over no one will ever know with the exception of the airports because all bets are off. The best advice anyone can give you is don't start driving for uber!

 

[Hazmat]

You need to get your city emblem (the document from the City of Chicago with your pic on it) which will be e-mailed to you. That has to be displayed on your dashboard. Once you have that you also need your trade dress (a TNP decal with the plane image and Uber decal). These can be picked up at the Green Light Centers in Chicago but can also be temporarily downloaded from Uber's site. Technically, you are required to have these things when driving anywhere in the region (including burbs). It is most heavily enforced in the city and particularly at the Airports, McCormick Place & Navy Pier. The fines are steep if written up without them.

I understand the city emblem and uber decal, but why would the airplane sticker be required to drive outside of the airport? Please pardon me if I am mistaken on rules. I certainly don't want a fine either.

 

[Zap]

I understand the city emblem and uber decal, but why would the airplane sticker be required to drive outside of the airport? Please pardon me if I am mistaken on rules. I certainly don't want a fine either.

It's a requirement by ordinance & Uber policy. Have a look-see in the Chicago Uber Driver Guide: https://www.uber.com/drive/chicago/resources/chicago-licensing-requirements/
Take note of the words 'must' & 'required' in the Guide.

 

[LoveTheBlues]

Trying to associate common sense and city regs will always end up biting you in the a**.