How to hire a cart driver

How to hire a cart driver, step by step

Here's a step-by-step cart driver hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a cart driver job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new cart driver
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the cart driver you need to hire. Certain cart driver roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A cart driver's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, cart drivers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents cart driver salaries for various positions.

   Type of Cart Driver	Description	Hourly rate
   Cart Driver		$11-30
   Forklift Driver	A forklift operator is responsible for managing and operating industrial trucks and machines to ensure its performance safety and stability. Forklift operators' duties include safely handling of deliveries, securely moving items to storage areas, monitoring inventories and supplies, running diagnostic tests, reporting inspected malfunctions and deficiencies, performing basic troubleshooting, and adhering to safety procedures... Show more	$12-19
   Driver	Drivers are responsible for safely transporting people, packages, or goods from one destination to another. They should be familiar with the different routes that may be taken to reach the desired goal... Show more	$10-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Beverage Cart
   • Golf Carts
   • Safety Regulations
   • Transportation Options
   • Customer Service
   • Assembly Line

   Responsibilities:

   • Conduct deliveries of medical equipment throughout Florida, collect payments, and ensure proper cleanliness of medical equipment
   • Check in/out guests, bring luggage to rooms, deliver VIP packages for return guests and wedding/anniversary couples.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your cart driver job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A cart driver salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, cart drivers' average salary in arkansas is 41% less than in connecticut.
   • Seniority. Entry-level cart drivers earn 63% less than senior-level cart drivers.
   • Certifications. A cart driver with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a cart driver's salary.

   Average cart driver salary

   $38,594yearly

   $18.55 hourly rate

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   Entry-level cart driver salary

   $23,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

4. Writing a cart driver job description

   A good cart driver job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a cart driver job description:

   Cart driver job description example

   Our Bullpen Cart drivers, also known as "Motorcade," are responsible for driving the bullpen cart around the distance of the warning track during pitching changes. The ideal candidate will have a stellar driving record and a knowledge of the game of baseball.
   The Nationals are a military-friendly organization actively recruiting veterans and spouses.
   
   Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
   
   + Drive the Bullpen Cart around the warning track during pitching changes.
   
   + Pick up and drop off players from the bullpen to the dugout if they decide to ride the cart.
   
   + Ensure the bullpen cart is clean and that the battery is fully charged upon arrival.
   
   + Stage the bullpen cart in place so that it is ready to be used when a pitching change is made.
   
   + Pay close attention to the game by watching the live feed to see when a pitching change could potentially be made.
   
   + Once the game has concluded, return the bullpen cart to its storage space and plug in the power cord to charge it overnight.
   
   + Drive the bullpen cart, the Nationals mascot van, or the NatMobile at outside appearances.
   
   + Other duties as assigned.
   
   Requirements:
   
   Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
   
   + High School Diploma or GED required.
   
   + Must have a valid driver's license and have at least 10 years of driving experience.
   
   + Understanding of baseball and the rules of the game.
   
   + Must be at least 18 years of age.
   
   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions
   
   + Must be reliable and able to arrive at Nationals Park at least an hour prior to first pitch.
   
   + Must be able to work at least 50% of Nationals home games.
   
   + Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
   
   + Ability to open up a 50-pound gate quickly.
   
   + Uphold Core Values: Excellence, Performance, and Accountability. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best guest experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values so that we can constantly move forward in the same direction - Together.
   
   Physical/Environmental Requirements
   
   + Game day Seasonal: Job requires employee to function in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue. May work at heights. Employee will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/down stairs. The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
   
   All applicants for employment at the Washington Nationals are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencing employment. Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to produce proof of vaccination status prior to their first day of employment. Applicants with qualifying disabilities or bona fide religious objections may be exempted from this requirement or otherwise accommodated if they are unable to be vaccinated.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right cart driver for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your cart driver job on Zippia to find and recruit cart driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit cart drivers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new cart driver

   Once you've selected the best cart driver candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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