Part-Time
Driver/Ambassador
Freebee
51-200 employees
Free electric ridesharing funded by partnerships
No salary listed
Doral, FL, USA
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- You must be at least 22 years old.
- Must have a passion for helping others.
- Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License.
- Have 3+ years of licensed driving experience in the United States.
- Must possess strong communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and navigate a driver app.
- Must have a clean driving record, reviewed prior to hire.
- Must be able to pass the pre-employment drug test, criminal background check, and physical.
- Provide safe and reliable transportation within the communities while engaging in the highest level of customer service for passengers.
- Ensure daily that vehicles are clean and safe for daily rides.
- Use navigation apps to determine the optimal route so multiple passengers arrive at their destinations in a timely manner.
- Act as a community ambassador for Freebee and partnering companies, including handing out samples and advertising events.
- Report to the Freebee hub, usually a municipal garage, where the electric vehicles are located.
- Open the Freebee app and log in to start the day.
- Complete the vehicle checklist to ensure the vehicle is in proper condition.
- Alert management when an issue with the vehicle is identified.
- Clean the vehicle interior.
- Notify the team in the designated group chat when ready to start the day.
- Navigate the assigned zones.
- Contact the Customer Support Team when assistance is needed.
- Return the vehicle to the Freebee garage, clean it, and plug it into the charging stations at the end of the day.
Freebee provides complimentary rides in local communities using fully electric vehicles. The service is funded by partnerships with governments, businesses, and organizations, so riders do not pay for trips while the company earns revenue from partnerships, advertising, and sponsorships. Rides are arranged through a digital platform that matches riders with drivers and EVs within designated urban areas. The key difference from many ride-hailing services is that Freebee offers free trips funded by partners, focusing on eco-friendly travel and stronger ties to local businesses and attractions. The company’s goal is to improve local mobility, reduce carbon emissions, and support community economic development by connecting residents and visitors with local resources and services.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$8M
Headquarters
Miami, Florida
Founded
2012
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Broward County gave Freebee $200,000 on July 15, 2026 for Plantation expansion.
- Kissimmee renewed Freebee January 29, 2026 through March 2027 for $421,768.
- Florida Trend reported July 14, 2026 that Freebee reached 53 destinations and 300 vehicles.
What critics are saying
- Dunedin ended Freebee on December 14, 2025 after funding and ad revenue dried up.
- Keys counties cut Freebee in 2025, exposing contract dependence across small local budgets.
- St. Pete Beach sought cheaper alternatives April 26, 2026 after $500,000 annual costs and weaker ridership.
What makes Freebee unique
- Freebee runs employee-driven electric microtransit, not contractor rideshare.
- Municipal partners fund zero-fare service, aligning transit economics with local budgets.
- Its on-demand app and custom EV fleet fit neighborhoods better than fixed routes.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
No Vehicle Costs
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Training
Community-Focused Work
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6 month growth
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↑ 6%Freebee is expanding its Plantation service with additional vehicles and a larger coverage area after seeing higher-than-expected demand. The mobility company received $200,000 in funding from Broward County to support the expansion. The on-demand transit service will now serve a broader area of Plantation with more vehicles to meet increased rider demand. The funding represents Broward County's investment in alternative transportation options for residents. Freebee operates free electric vehicle ride-sharing services in various communities, supported by local government funding and advertising revenue.
Florida trend magazine. Share: Beyond buses. July 14, 2026 The entrepreneurs. JASON SPIEGEL, 39 Co-founder and CEO KRIS KIMBALL, 40 Co-founder and COO Freebee, Miami Long before "microtransit" became a transportation buzzword, two college friends were just trying to figure out what to do with their lives. After meeting as University of Miami freshmen over a shared love of the Philadelphia Eagles, Jason Spiegel and Kris Kimball became roommates and later graduated into the Great Recession of 2008-09. After trying high-pressure phone sales, Kimball worked in Miami Beach hospitality while Spiegel explored real estate. "We said 'Wow, this is not fun,'" Spiegel recalls. "We've got to do something that's going to get our juices flowing every single day." At the same time, they noticed that getting around Miami Beach was terrible. "In 2010 and 2011, taxi cabs were still the preferred method of transportation. You'd call the number and wait 45 minutes to an hour for a ride," Kimball says. That led them to launch Freebee in 2012 with six electric vehicles that featured oversized speakers, neon lighting and eye-catching advertising wraps. "Everybody was like, 'What was that spaceship rolling by?'" "I feel like we're still at ground level," says Jason Spiegel. "It's really about providing this service to as many communities as we can and improving their quality of life." A Better Business Model At first, Freebee was really an advertising business built around free rides. Brands paid to advertise on the vehicles. Customers often found Freebee through Twitter or simply flagged down vehicles, and Freebee quickly became part of the Miami Beach scene - but ad revenue was unpredictable and seasonal. The turning point came when Key Biscayne leaders approached Freebee with a problem: The community was struggling with traffic congestion and parking shortages. Residents needed a better way to move around town without relying on personal vehicles - and Key Biscayne was willing to foot the bill. Freebee launched there in 2017. Residents embraced the service, ridership climbed and parking pressures eased - and Freebee's contract with Key Biscayne provided the financial stability its previous business model lacked. "We were able to prove out the success over the first few months, and we said this is the path forward," says Spiegel. Soon, cities across South Florida were signing on. They included: Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Aventura, Miami Gardens, Miami's Coconut Grove and Wynwood neighborhoods, Plantation, Sunrise and Delray Beach, among others. Like Key Biscayne, the cities were facing rising operating costs, declining bus ridership and demand for more flexible transportation options. Unlike fixed bus routes, Freebee lets riders request transportation on demand via its app. It's up to the city or agency whether there will be a nominal cost for riders; in many areas, it's free. Says Spiegel: "People want convenience. They want to get picked up where they're at and driven directly to where they need to go." Freebee also made an early decision to make its drivers employees, not contractors. Though expensive at the time, the move allowed Freebee to standardize training, customer service and safety procedures. The company's fleet evolved with larger electric vehicles better suited for full-scale public transportation, such as Teslas and Volkswagen ID Buzz minivans. Expanding Footprint As Freebee expanded beyond South Florida to places such as St. Pete Beach, Islamorada, Fort Pierce, Bradenton and Kissimmee, the company leaned more heavily into technology, including AI-powered fleet cameras and real-time monitoring. Freebee achieved one of its biggest milestones to date last fall in Seminole County. Faced with rising costs and traditional fixed-route buses, the large county north of Orlando decided to replace much of its transit with Freebee rather than tweaking the old system. Today, the 42-vehicle operation, called SCOUT, spans about 190 square miles over five zones, making it one of the largest microtransit systems in the country. It accommodates more than 30,000 riders each month, and Freebee found that more than 75% of its new riders in Seminole had either never used public transit before or lacked access to it. Seven more vehicles are on order. "It just keeps building," Spiegel says. Freebee also has expanded into three areas of North Carolina and operated a successful pilot program in Virginia Beach. "We won't be satisfied until we see this working across the country," Kimball says. "Read more from Nextgen.
Coral Gables first partnered with Freebee in 2017 to provide a more convenient, sustainable, inclusive and connected future.
Rapid expansion and a 50% surge in ridership propel Freebee to new sustainable heights in urban transport.MIAMI, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Freebee, the trailblazer in zero-fare, eco-friendly urban transport, is set to accelerate its service into 6 additional markets in early 2024 after concluding 2023 with the company's most successful year to date.The new service expansion, following closely on the heels of a successful launch in Homestead, FL, is a testament to Freebee's rapidly growing footprint in urban transportation. Freebee is steadfast in its mission to make environmentally conscious transportation accessible to an ever-growing demographic.In the wake of a landmark 2023 that witnessed a 50% increase in ridership, Freebee is poised to broaden its reach, building on the momentum of the previous year's achievements. This surge has led to the company proudly delivering well over a million passengers, a clear indicator of the community's embrace of our eco-friendly transportation solutions.Freebee's service area saw considerable expansion in 2023, Homestead capped off a 33% increase in market growth last year. In addition to the new service areas, Freebee expanded service among 11 communities it previously provided an offering. The company now offers its free, on-demand ride service in 38 communities, spanning across Florida and Virginia
The Florida Venture Forum, the state’s largest statewide support organization for investors and entrepreneurs, today announced the companies selected to present at its flagship 2024 Florida Venture Capital Conference Jan. 31-Feb. 1 in Miami.The 50 selected startups, including 15 from South Florida, is a record number for the conference; 14 of them come from outside Florida. They will be pitching in three main groups: Growth Stage, Early Stage and Healthcare. The healthcare companies will be presenting during the Locke Lord Healthcare Summit, which is new this year for the conference. “The selection committees for each sector were impressed with the quantity and quality of applicants and while they hoped for an easier selection process because of the segmentation, selection has gotten even more competitive. We are excited to announce the presenting companies,” Ben Patz, Managing Partner at DeepWork Capital and Florida Venture Forum Selection Chair.The upcoming conference is an annual gathering of investors and entrepreneurs. Last year it was also in Miami and attracted more than 700 attendees, a record number