What is the pay structure — W-2 vs 1099?
W-2: full-time employees with a base hourly + per-trip tips + benefits (health, dental, vision, PTO, 401k match after 1 year). Typical full-time W-2 income is $70K–$95K, with senior chauffeurs on corporate-account assignments reaching $110K–$120K. 1099: independent contractors paid per-trip on a published rate sheet, average $200/day for a 6-hour shift in a major market, no benefits but full schedule flexibility.
Do I need to provide my own vehicle?
No — LIMO provides the vehicle, insurance, fuel, maintenance, and detailing. You drive, that's the job. This applies to both W-2 and 1099 drivers. (Exception: a small subset of senior 1099 contractors operate their own vehicles under a fleet-affiliate program — by invitation.)
What kind of license do I need?
Standard driver's license is the baseline. CDL passenger endorsement and/or a state livery license is preferred and expedites onboarding. We will help cover the cost of livery licensing for W-2 hires in states that require it. Clean driving record (no major violations in the past 5 years) is required. Background check (criminal + MVR) is standard.
What are the hours?
Full-time W-2: standard 40-hour weeks with assigned schedules (you bid for shifts based on seniority). Common patterns are 4×10 corporate-day shifts, weekend nights for VIP/event coverage, or roadshow blocks. 1099: pick your own shifts from the open queue — minimum 2 shifts per week to maintain active status.
What cities are you hiring in?
Active hiring: Boston, New York, Cambridge, Hamptons (seasonal), Newport (seasonal), Greenwich, Miami, Palm Beach. Senior chauffeurs are eligible for multi-city rotation — typically Boston/NYC year-round with Hamptons/Newport summer rotation, or NYC/Miami/Palm Beach winter rotation. Lodging covered when posted out of base.
What kind of benefits do W-2 drivers get?
Health insurance (LIMO covers 80%), dental, vision, 401(k) with 3% match after 1 year, 15 days PTO accruing from year 1, paid holidays, paid two-week training, uniform allowance, life insurance basic ($25K).
How long does the application process take?
Application → phone screen (3-5 business days) → in-person interview + driving evaluation (1 week) → background and MVR check (1 week) → offer (within 24 hours of clear background). Total typically 3 weeks from application to first paid training day. Same-week onboarding for experienced chauffeurs with current livery license and clean MVR.
Still have questions?
Email drive@limobooking.io or call (781) 730-6618. Recruiting answers Mon-Fri.
