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Delivery Driver Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

Last updated: September 27, 2023

A Delivery Driver, or Carrier, is responsible for transporting packages and other goods from a mail facility to a personal or business address. Their duties include loading goods, using navigation tools to arrive at the right address and delivering parcels to the correct address.

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Delivery Driver duties and responsibilities

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Delivery drivers have a variety of duties in addition to driving their routes and making their deliveries. Other important responsibilities include:

  • Following the best practices for safety, both on the road and while loading or unloading a truck
  • Communicating with dispatchers, drivers and other team members to make deliveries
  • Meeting delivery deadlines
  • Performing basic truck maintenance
  • Loading and unloading cargo
  • Tracking shipments and deliveries
  • Obtaining client or customer signatures when needed
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Delivery Driver Job Description Examples

Example 1

We are seeking a Delivery Driver to Join Our Team!
Pizza Hut is committed to delivering oven-hot pizza every day. We offer flexible schedules. Casual Uniforms. Food Discounts. Apply today!

PERKS: EXTRA CASH/TIPS, Flexible Schedule, Food Discounts, Casual Uniforms, Growth Opportunity, Discount on Excelsior College for you or your family (plus training hours goes towards college credits).

We're Looking For:
-Drivers must be at least 18 years old.
-A clean driving record: Safety is our priority. You'll also need a valid driver's license, auto insurance and a reliable vehicle.
-Strong sense of direction: Be able to read a map and find your way around a delivery area.
-Basic math skills.
-Friendly, with great customer service skills

*Please include a phone number when inquiring.

Apply here or on [website]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability
    Supplemental Location: One location

    • Example 2

    Rosemary Farm

    1376 W Main St, Santa Maria, CA 93458

    Job Title:

    Delivery Driver

    Job Summary:

    Responsible for the day-to-day delivering of finished product to customers. The purpose of the Delivery Driver is to deliver products in cases according to order specifications.

    Duties & Responsibilities Include:
  • Ensure that items are properly stacked and secured inside the delivery vehicle

  • Take delivery instructions from supervisors

  • Chart out appropriate route for delivery on the map or GPS

  • Maintain proper knowledge of loaded items

  • Ensure that appropriate and complete documentation is available at the time of loading

  • Drive vehicle to the point of delivery by using the best possible route

  • Make sure that speed limits are adhered to in order to ward off possible misadventures

  • Ensure that the vehicle's paperwork is in order

  • Assist in unloading items off the vehicle in a safe manner

  • Ensure that delivery receipts are signed

  • Collect payments for deliveries made and tend change

  • Fill in pertinent information such as mileage and delivery time in company provided log books

  • Conduct inspections of vehicle before departing to deliver goods

  • Ensure that both general and preventative maintenance measures are performed on the vehicle

  • Change vehicle fluids on a regular basis

  • Clean vehicle from the inside and the outside

  • Perform diagnosis and troubleshooting activities on vehicle when needed

  • Ensure that the delivery schedule is followed

  • Handle invoice discrepancies by informing superiors of problems and complaints

  • Operates forklift, pallet jack and other types of equipment.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

    Requirements:

    Class C Driver

    21 years of age/older

    Physical Demands

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds and occasionally 75 pounds. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee shall be free of any alcohol or non prescribed controlled substance while on duty. In addition, the employee shall be free of any substance, prescribed or otherwise, that impairs the employee's work performance or the safety of others while on duty.

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work and may not include all of the duties required of the position.

    Reports To:
  • Manager

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
    Schedule:
  • 10 hour Location: One location

    • Example 3

    AEMPro is looking for a driver with their own vehicle for our driving position at our Anaheimlocation.

    Small Economical vehicles required. 25+ MPG.

    The Job will be Following a GPS route delivering small car parts (brake pads, rotors, sensors etc.) to local mechanic shops.

    The schedule is Mon-Sat working 5 Days a week roughly 8:30AM -5PM with a half hour lunch.

    $15/hour + $0.36 for every mile driven(IE: If your car gets 30 MPG, you will make $10.80 per gallon.If your car gets 25 MPG, you will make $9.00 per gallon)

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour Location: On the road

    • Example 4

    WI Routes, LLC is an Amazon Delivery Service Partner looking for enthusiastic, team players to deliver Amazon packages. Our Delivery Drivers strive to get every Amazon order to the customer's door on-time.
    We have Immediate Openings Available, and we offer full-time, part-time, and seasonal opportunities!
    Company Vehicle Provided! No CDL Required!
    Our shifts range between 8-10 hours per day and shifts are available 7 days per week.
    Delivery Driver Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate your delivery vehicle at all times. Safety first, second, and third!

  • Use a smartphone device supplied by the company for routing and customer delivery information.

  • Navigate a variety of routes throughout the delivery area with the assistance of the GPS.

  • Must be comfortable driving and working in varying weather conditions. Uniforms are provided.

  • Load and unload packages to be delivered daily. Package count varies and is based on a highly advance routing system that creates routes based on travel time, work shift time, and delivery time needed to meet all the customer needs.

  • Be Customer Obsessed!! We strive to deliver packages and smiles to our customers.

  • Perform the following tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation:

  • Lift packages up to 50 lbs. All the vans supply a dolly for assistance.

  • Able to get in and out of the van and walk up and down stairs through your shift. Free pair of work shoes from Zappos priced up to $120!
    Delivery Driver Compensation & Benefits:

  • $18 / Hour

  • Weekly $$ Bonuses based off attendance and safety! Referral bonuses! Seasonal Bonuses!

  • Paid Training!

  • Overtime opportunities!

  • Health Insurance and Benefits!

  • Paid Time Off starting on your first day!
    Delivery Driver Requirements:

  • Eligible to work in the U.S

  • At least 21 years of age

  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test (Test does not check for THC) and background check

  • Must be able to pass an MVR check (Motor vehicle record check - safe driving record)
    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation. Location: 3650 Milwaukee Street, Madison, WI 53714Location: 3650 Milwaukee Street, Madison, WI 53714

    Location: 3650 Milwaukee Street, Madison, WI 53714

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekend Location: One location

    • Example 5

    Responsibilities

    Route Delivery with multiple stops.

    Routes include MD, DE, DC, Northern VA, NJ, PA

    Daily maintenance inspection of truck

    Qualifications

    Ability to operate automatic 26ft box truck.

    Must have a valid MD drivers license

    Must have a valid DOT Medical Examiners card

     A basic background check will be performed

    *BASIC Mechanical skills = higher pay and more hours

    Salary and Benefits

    Full time =2 weeks of vacation + 4 days of sick time annually to start.

    Full time = A third week of vacation after 12 months of employment

    Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour based on experience and reliability

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Paid time off

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Ridgely, MD 21660: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Shift availability:
  • Day Shift Location: One location

    • Example 6

    We are seeking a Delivery Driver to Join Our Team!
    Pizza Hut is committed to delivering oven-hot pizza every day. We offer flexible schedules. Casual Uniforms. Food Discounts. Apply today!

    PERKS: EXTRA CASH/TIPS, Flexible Schedule, Food Discounts, Casual Uniforms, Growth Opportunity, Discount on Excelsior College for you or your family (plus training hours goes towards college credits).

    We re Looking For:
    -Drivers must be at least 21 years old.
    -A clean driving record: Safety is our priority. You ll also need a valid driver s license, auto insurance and a reliable vehicle.
    -Strong sense of direction: Be able to read a map and find your way around a delivery area.
    -Basic math skills.
    -Friendly, with great customer service skills

    *Please include a phone number when inquiring.

    Apply here or on [website]

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Job Type: Part-time

    Benefits:
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid training
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Tips

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Lebanon, PA 17042: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location

    • Example 7

    Express Package System, Inc. is an Amazon Delivery Service Partner (DSP) looking for enthusiastic, team players to deliver Amazon packages. DSPs are independent businesses that partner with Amazon to deliver packages. Our Delivery Drivers strive to get every Amazon order to the customer s door on-time. We offer full and part-time opportunities.


    Amazon-branded vehicle provided! Non-CDL delivery driver!


    Approximate hours are 10:00 am to 8:30 pm. Shifts range between 8-10 hours per day and shifts are available 7 days per week.

    Our facility is located in Blue Springs, MO (2400 NE Coronado Drive, Blue Springs, MO 64029).

    Compensation & Benefits

  • $19.00/ Hour
  • Paid Training
  • Paid Overtime
  • Weekly Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Insurance (after 30 days)
  • 401K (after 90 days)
  • Tuition Assistance (after 90 days)
    Delivery Driver Basic Requirements

  • Eligible to work in the U.S
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Ability to work one weekend day each week
    Delivery Driver Duties and Responsibilities

  • Safely drive and operate your delivery vehicle at all times.
  • Use hand held device for routing information, customer delivery information.
  • Navigate a variety of routes throughout delivery area.
  • Must be comfortable driving and working in varying weather conditions. Load and unload packages to be delivered
  • Be Customer Obsessed!! We strive to deliver packages and smiles to our customers.
  • Perform the following tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation:
  • Lift packages up to 50 lbs.
  • Able to get in and out of van and walk up and down stairs through your shift



    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.

    Location: 2400 NE Coronado, Blue Springs, MO 64029

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: $19.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Company truck
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
    Experience level:
  • No experience needed
    Shift:
  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour Location: In person

    • What does a Delivery Driver do?

    Delivery Drivers are typically employed by corporations, food service companies, delivery service companies or warehouses. They drive cars or delivery trucks to ensure that recipients receive their packages and other items in a timely manner. Their job is to drive safely, deliver goods and collect payment if necessary. They may also need to communicate directly with homeowners or business owners to get signatures to verify the arrival of a package.

    Delivery Driver skills and qualifications

    Skills and qualifications that are important for Delivery Drivers to have include:

    • A valid driver’s license, and in some cases a commercial driver’s license
    • Knowledge of how to handle materials safely, such as food or chemicals
    • Familiarity with using navigation systems
    • Time management to ensure deliveries are made on schedule
    • Excellent vision and hand-eye coordination to stay safe while driving
    • Physical ability to load and unload heavy cargo

    Delivery Driver salary expectations

    A Delivery Driver makes an average salary of $12.52 per hour. Pay rate may depend on level of experience, education and the geographical location.

    Delivery Driver education and training requirements

    Delivery Drivers usually only need a high school diploma or GED and a driver’s license. Education and training requirements vary depending on what they transport. For example, if delivering food or chemicals, drivers need to comply with safety laws and best practices for transporting those materials.

    Delivery Driver experience requirements

    Many Delivery Driver jobs require no experience, which makes these roles appealing for people coming from other industries or those who need additional part-time work. Of course, you may ask that candidates have three to five years of experience or more if you’re hiring for a senior delivery role or are looking for a delivery manager.

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    Frequently asked questions about Delivery Drivers

    What is the difference between a Delivery Driver and a Courier?

    Delivery Drivers and Couriers both provide delivery services for packages and other goods to businesses and personal households. The difference between a Delivery Driver and a Courier is that Delivery Drivers tend to drop off packages. In contrast, Couriers can both drop off packages and pickup packages from the same location. For example, a Courier delivers a package to a household and gets another parcel to send out from their mail facility.

    What are the daily duties of a Delivery Driver?

    A Delivery Driver begins their day by arriving at their designated packaging facility. They park their delivery truck at the loading dock and load parcels assigned to their particular route. Throughout the day, they drive around their local area, using their GPS navigation to find addresses and delivery packages. They may also return one or more times to the packaging facility to pick up more packages for delivery. For Delivery Drivers in the foodservice industry they spend their day collecting takeout food from a restaurant and delivering it to businesses and households in an efficient time frame.

    What makes a good Delivery Driver?

    A good Delivery Driver is someone who values customer service. This enables them to provide timely delivery while also handling packages with care. They should also be physically fit to a degree so they can lift and maneuver heavy parcels without difficulty or injury. Further, a good Delivery Driver should have an excellent driving record and should prioritize safety when driving to and from delivery locations. They should also be well-organized to ensure that they deliver all of the parcels designated for a particular location.

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