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How to hire a helper/driver

Helper/driver hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring helpers/driver in the United States:

  • In the United States, the median cost per hire a helper/driver is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new helper/driver to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a helper/driver, step by step

To hire a helper/driver, you need to identify the specific skills and experience you want in a candidate, allocate a budget for the position, and advertise the job opening to attract potential candidates. To hire a helper/driver, you should follow these steps:

Here's a step-by-step helper/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 helper/driver job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new helper/driver
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a helper/driver do?

A Helper/Driver's responsibilities will depend on the company or industry involved. It mainly revolves around delivering a wide variety of supplies at a particular place within an allotted schedule and distributing them according to the instructions given. Among the tasks include unloading and loading supplies in adherence to the standards of company rules and regulations, keeping track of the quality and quantity of items and packages, lift heavy objects, and courteously communicate with clients.

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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you post your helper/driver job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a helper/driver for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a helper/driver to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a helper/driver that fits the bill.

    This list shows salaries for various types of helpers/driver.

    Type of Helper/DriverDescriptionHourly rate
    Helper/Driver$11-51
    Freight Elevator OperatorFreight elevators are designed to move goods and materials to and from different floors within a building. The job of a freight elevator operator is to move control levers or push buttons to control the elevator movement between floors... Show more$11-51
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Delivery Vehicle
    • Delivery Route
    • Appearance Guidelines
    • Customer Service
    • Deliver Packages
    • Safety Procedures
    • CDL
    • Load Trucks
    • Driver Helpers
    • Outdoor Position
    • Pallet Jack
    • Customer Orders
    • Hand Trucks
    • Delivery Truck
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    Responsibilities:
    • Deliver dairy products to clients while pursuing CDL license.
    • Assist drilling rig operators with customer job site work.
    • Wrapped and bag groceries, merchandise and miscellaneous items for customers.
    • Acquire CDL to transport talent and production crew to and from sets and through charter service.
    • Operate automated or semi-automate hoisting devices that raise refuse bins and dump contents into openings in truck bodies.
    • Work with lead mechanics inspecting and repairing cranes and learned how to fill out corresponding form for daily work and inspections.
    More helper/driver duties
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your helper/driver job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A helper/driver salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

    For example, the average salary for a helper/driver in Washington may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level helper/driver usually earns less than a senior-level helper/driver. Additionally, a helper/driver with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

    Average helper/driver salary

    $51,562yearly

    $24.79 hourly rate

    Entry-level helper/driver salary
    $24,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 19, 2025

    Average helper/driver salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1New York$60,773$29
    2New Jersey$60,593$29
    3Delaware$59,032$28
    4Massachusetts$58,410$28
    5Maryland$57,226$28
    6California$56,019$27
    7New Hampshire$55,447$27
    8Arizona$50,850$24
    9Texas$48,527$23
    10Wisconsin$48,433$23
    11Illinois$47,303$23
    12Ohio$46,655$22
    13Indiana$46,048$22
    14Minnesota$45,240$22
    15North Carolina$44,444$21
    16Tennessee$42,766$21
    17Florida$41,047$20
    18Iowa$41,001$20
    19Georgia$40,983$20
    20Missouri$40,840$20

    Average helper/driver salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1DeWitt LLP Law Firm$91,403$43.944
    2Republic Services$80,090$38.5059
    3Forward Air$76,158$36.61
    4Medical Billing$67,247$32.33
    5Stericycle$67,051$32.241
    6ACECO$66,299$31.87
    7CPC Logistics$64,614$31.06
    8Sysco$60,110$28.9015
    9J.p. Mascaro & Sons$59,357$28.5413
    10Waste Management$59,084$28.412
    11CRST International$58,017$27.896
    12HD Supply$57,352$27.571
    13J.B. Hunt Transport Services$55,930$26.891
    14Superpedestrian$55,740$26.80
    15Scholastic$55,267$26.57
    16TransForce$54,797$26.3411
    17Evolving Solutions$53,495$25.72
    18JUNK KING$52,149$25.07
    19The SYGMA Network$52,069$25.03
    20Orica Limited$51,816$24.91
  4. Writing a helper/driver job description

    A helper/driver job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a helper/driver job description:

    Helper/driver job description example

    Bloomingdale's is like no other store in the word and as we approach our 150 th anniversary, we strive to continue that promise. As a global leader in the industry, we make fashion personal and fun, aspirational, yet approachable and are fueled by the power of relationships both with our customers and colleagues. As America's only full-line, omni-channel upscale retailer, we drive the customer experience through leveraging the creative energy and style know-how of our department and outlet store teams, or through visual inspiration on Bloomingdales.com.

    Job Overview:

    The Seasonal Administrative Support Colleague (SASC) supports the Manager Business Administration (MBA) and the Colleague/Customer Experience, executes store administrative functions and supports the People Strategy. The SASC is both customer and colleague facing and has responsibility for providing a great customer experience and delivering high touch organization and communication skills that support total store and HR initiatives and functions.

    Essential Functions:

    SUPPORTS THE MBA AND THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

    • Provide an exceptional customer experience by ensuring both the in-store and online customers are always the top priority. Service customers who visit the Executive Office / Store Manager office for assistance. • Respond and address customer concerns quickly • Floor present as needed to support store

    SUPPORTS STORE ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS

    • Support Cash Office functions • Assist GM, MBA and ASCs as needed

    SUPPORTS THE PEOPLE STRATEGY

    • Assists store management in sourcing applicants through online resources and in-store referral program • Oversees candidate management process including recruiting, hiring, candidate correspondence, and coordination of onboarding • Retains documents through Imaging Documenting System and in-store hires

    Qualifications and Competencies:

    High Scool Diploma or equivalent required

    1-2 years related experience

    • Effectively communicate and present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, and all levels of internal and external business partners

    • Ability to effectively plan and execute strategies

    • Ability to monitor and maneuver workflow to achieve priorities

    • Ability to work a flexible schedule with retail hours, including day, evening, weekends, and/or holidays

    Physical Requirements:

    • Requires periods of walking, standing, hearing, talking, reaching with extended arms, crouching and climbing ladders

    • Frequent use of computers and other office equipment

    • Requires close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus

    • Frequently lift/move up to 25 lbs.

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  5. Post your job

    There are a few common ways to find helpers/driver 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 helper/driver job on Zippia to find and recruit helper/driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    Your first interview with helper/driver 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.

    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 helper/driver

    Once you've decided on a perfect helper/driver candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your 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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How much does it cost to hire a helper/driver?

There are different types of costs for hiring helpers/driver. One-time cost per hire for the recruitment process. Ongoing costs include employee salary, training, onboarding, benefits, insurance, and equipment. It is essential to consider all of these costs when evaluating hiring a new helper/driver employee.

Helpers/driver earn a median yearly salary is $51,562 a year in the US. However, if you're looking to find helpers/driver for hire on a contract or per-project basis, hourly rates typically range between $11 and $51.

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