How to hire a delivery driver/installer

How to hire a delivery driver/installer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step delivery driver/installer hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The delivery driver/installer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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

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   A delivery driver/installer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, delivery driver/installers 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 delivery driver/installer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Delivery Driver/Installer	Description	Hourly rate
   Delivery Driver/Installer	Delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers pick up, transport, and drop off packages and small shipments within a local region or urban area. They drive trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW)—the combined weight of the vehicle, passengers, and cargo—of 26,000 pounds or less... Show more	$12-23
   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
   Warehouse/Driver	A warehouse driver is responsible for transporting packages and other merchandise from the warehouse to different locations. Warehouse drivers strictly follow route sheets to avoid delays in the delivery... Show more	$12-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • DOT
   • CDL
   • Office Furniture
   • Hand Trucks
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Customer Locations
   • Install Furniture
   • Store Equipment
   • Customer Service
   • Depot
   • Medical Equipment
   • Pallet Jack
   • Customers Homes
   • Fitness Equipment

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   Responsibilities:

   • Deliver and install home appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, washers and dryers.
   • Install and test operation of appliances include refrigerators, washers, dryers, and make initial installation adjustments accordingly.
   • Deliver products on time with efficiency and dependability utilizing strategic driving skills and map/ address orientation.
   • Learned how to work electronic DIAD systems and collect signatures along with other necessary documents.

   More delivery driver/installer duties

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, delivery driver/installers' average salary in west virginia is 37% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level delivery driver/installers earn 44% less than senior-level delivery driver/installers.
   • Certifications. A delivery driver/installer 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 delivery driver/installer's salary.

   Average delivery driver/installer salary

   $36,170yearly

   $17.39 hourly rate

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   Entry-level delivery driver/installer salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

   Average delivery driver/installer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$47,545	$23
   2	Alaska	$46,373	$22
   3	California	$41,040	$20
   4	Colorado	$37,821	$18
   5	Illinois	$37,385	$18
   6	North Dakota	$37,109	$18
   7	Arizona	$35,663	$17
   8	Texas	$35,626	$17
   9	Virginia	$35,463	$17
   10	Michigan	$35,407	$17
   11	Minnesota	$35,201	$17
   12	Ohio	$35,003	$17
   13	South Dakota	$34,112	$16
   14	Georgia	$34,073	$16
   15	Missouri	$33,787	$16
   16	Florida	$33,657	$16
   17	Nebraska	$32,986	$16
   18	Iowa	$32,577	$16
   19	North Carolina	$31,875	$15
   20	South Carolina	$31,521	$15

   Average delivery driver/installer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	PepsiCo	$44,350	$21.32	9
   2	Xerox	$44,034	$21.17	6
   3	Room & Board	$41,248	$19.83
   4	COIT Cleaning and Restoration Services	$37,855	$18.20
   5	Resilience	$37,048	$17.81
   6	energyby5	$37,004	$17.79
   7	Altek Electronics	$36,847	$17.71
   8	CORT	$36,585	$17.59	57
   9	Jupiter I LLC	$36,515	$17.56
   10	Burkett Restaurant Equipment & Supplies	$36,280	$17.44
   11	designer furniture outlet	$36,025	$17.32
   12	Franklin Interiors	$35,763	$17.19	2
   13	Hueman	$35,484	$17.06
   14	Reno, NV	$35,466	$17.05
   15	Randstad North America, Inc.	$35,341	$16.99	3
   16	Close to Home	$35,134	$16.89
   17	Slumberland Furniture	$34,874	$16.77	2
   18	Snelling	$33,785	$16.24	3
   19	WME	$31,239	$15.02
   20	Aventure Staffing	$30,749	$14.78	1

4. Writing a delivery driver/installer job description

   A job description for a delivery driver/installer role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a delivery driver/installer job description:

   Delivery driver/installer job description example

   Job DescriptionAre you looking for a position and company where you can grow and be part of an elite team? Work for one of the most respected companies in the luxury home amenities industry. With hands on leadership, incredible employee appreciation, and continued opportunity for personal and professional growth – see how you can upgrade your career now!
   About Us
   Ed Kellum and Son has been a Dallas luxury home appliances and electronics tradition since 1948 and is part of the Star Companies family of businesses which includes Starpower Home Entertainment Systems, Inc., Star Floors, Inc., and Star Interior Resources, LLC. Headquartered in the heart of North Dallas Family owned and operated
   Why Apply?
   
   The position offers: Great work environment and teamwork Career growth and ongoing training Paid Time Off Robust benefits including Med/Dent/Vis, 401k with company match, financial wellness and mental health resources Generous employee purchase program Pay: $16.00/hr - $23.00/hr (based on experience) plus monthly bonus opportunity
   
   What You Do:
   As a Lead or Assistant Appliance Installer, you will be responsible for professional delivery and installation of a variety of home appliances and electronics. You will communicate with internal sales team members, management, and our customers on a daily basis regarding the scheduled installations, as well as provide those customers with basic instruction on product setup and use.
   
   Your Background: High School diploma or GED required Valid Texas DL required Leads: At least 2-3 years of appliance delivery/installation including general knowledge of related plumbing and electrical components; working knowledge of basic home audio/video installation including TV, speakers, etc. Assistants: At least 1 year of general product delivery experience Excellent communication skills and customer service attitude Experience using pallet jacks, wheeled dollies, and other logistics equipment Ability to lift objects over 100 lbs (with assistance) Ability to adapt to frequent changes Strong work ethic and adherence to a regular schedule Availability to work any days (8am-6pm), except Sunday
   Find your passion, join the best!
   
   An Equal Opportunity Employer--M/F/D/V
   
   This employment opportunity is available at the organization listed at the top of this page. Your application will go directly to them and all hiring decisions will be made by their management. All inquiries should be made directly with the organization that posted this employment opportunity.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find delivery driver/installers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with delivery driver/installer candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you 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 delivery driver/installer

   Once you've found the delivery driver/installer candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   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.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new delivery driver/installer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

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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