How to hire a package delivery driver

How to hire a package delivery driver, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your package delivery 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 package delivery 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?

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

   Type of Package Delivery Driver	Description	Hourly rate
   Package Delivery Driver	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	$12-24
   Car Washer	A car washer is responsible for cleaning and polishing cars, ensuring efficiency and customer satisfaction. Their tasks typically include vacuuming the interior parts such as seats and floors, discarding the trash, cleaning the windows and windshield from the inside and outside, applying soap solution to the car's exterior, scraping off dirt, and applying wax... Show more	$10-16
   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:

   • CDL
   • Physical Exams
   • Delivery Vehicle
   • Appearance Guidelines
   • Delivery Route
   • Outdoor Position
   • Customer Service
   • Deliver Packages
   • Safety Inspections
   • Pre
   • GPS
   • Load Trucks
   • Customer Packages
   • Package Car

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Hire and manage drivers who run the routes.
   • Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspection on a daily basis.
   • Complete daily pre-trip vehicle inspection check before start of delivery day.
   • Maintain records, such as vehicle logs, Hazmat paperwork with regulations.
   • Operate all size package cars including large non CDL box moving trucks.
   • Set ladders, scaffolds, and hoists in place for taking supplies to roofs

   More package delivery driver duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your package delivery driver job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A package delivery 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 package delivery driver in Tennessee may be lower than in Alaska, and an entry-level package delivery driver usually earns less than a senior-level package delivery driver. Additionally, a package delivery 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 package delivery driver salary

   $37,271yearly

   $17.92 hourly rate

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   Entry-level package delivery driver salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 22, 2025

   Average package delivery driver salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Rhode Island	$42,116	$20
   2	California	$41,924	$20
   3	Massachusetts	$41,848	$20
   4	Illinois	$41,705	$20
   5	Connecticut	$40,362	$19
   6	New York	$39,554	$19
   7	Delaware	$39,397	$19
   8	Washington	$39,385	$19
   9	Colorado	$39,321	$19
   10	New Jersey	$39,295	$19
   11	Vermont	$38,625	$19
   12	Minnesota	$38,261	$18
   13	Oregon	$38,069	$18
   14	Michigan	$37,866	$18
   15	Pennsylvania	$37,124	$18
   16	Texas	$36,935	$18
   17	Ohio	$36,713	$18
   18	Arizona	$36,582	$18
   19	Missouri	$35,521	$17
   20	Indiana	$35,449	$17

   Average package delivery driver salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	US Foods	$45,202	$21.73	87
   2	UPS	$44,420	$21.36	48
   3	Shipt	$40,272	$19.36
   4	Reyes Holdings	$38,961	$18.73	15
   5	FedEx	$38,294	$18.41	119
   6	Resource Logistics	$38,267	$18.40	1
   7	Triple-S	$36,735	$17.66	2
   8	ProCare Systems	$36,664	$17.63	3
   9	DXC Technology	$36,578	$17.59	6
   10	Integrity Express Logistics	$36,410	$17.50	1
   11	Gilbert	$36,264	$17.43	1
   12	Astro	$35,793	$17.21	1
   13	Galactic	$35,784	$17.20	3
   14	satnam	$35,784	$17.20
   15	TNT Services	$35,621	$17.13	2
   16	Amazon	$35,171	$16.91	79
   17	Champion Logistics Group	$35,043	$16.85
   18	Slumberland Furniture	$34,867	$16.76
   19	Randstad North America, Inc.	$34,528	$16.60	3
   20	Roadie	$34,506	$16.59

4. Writing a package delivery driver job description

   A package delivery 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. Below, you can find an example of a package delivery driver job description:

   Package delivery driver job description example

   “People don’t work for companies; they work for people.” - Winged Foot Express, Inc. (#1 in L.A/Ventura County)

   
   

   Hey Delivery Hero,

   Get your hustle on! Help us expand Amazon's last mile delivery.

   
   

   Job Details:

   · Finish your route early? You're an All-Star... daily Bonus $$$

   · Get your hustle on! Veterans, Students, FedEx, Actors, Baristas, Builders...

   · Start Time – 9:30 am

   · Full-time 4 days 10-hour shift

   · Part-time 3 days 10-hour shift

   · Amazon branded Uniform & Cargo Van

   · Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Healthcare and Retirement Plan

   · Bonuses based on Safety and Performance

   · Attendance is essential.

   As a delivery driver, you will be the face of our company. It will be your job to consistently exceed customer expectations by making sure all orders are delivered with a smile, on time, safely, and to the right location. Currently, we are looking to fill full-time driving positions in Simi Valley.

   
   

   Delivery Driver Associate Responsibilities:

   · Load vans and deliver packages by driving, climbing in and out of the vehicle, and walking upstairs and through driveways in all weather conditions, and deliver packages safely and punctually

   · You can expect to work up to 10 hours per day.

   · Follow strict safety standards on and off the road

   · Operate an electronic device for GPS and daily records

   · Have a positive can-do attitude

   
   

   Requirements:

   We provide on-the-job training so that all of our employees feel confident on the road and the doorsteps of customers. Health and safety are always a top priority for Amazon and the Delivery Service Partners Amazon contracts with. In partnership with one another, Amazon and the DSPs continue to consult with medical and health experts and take all recommended precautions to keep everyone healthy.

   · Be 21 years or older with the ability to read and speak English for safety

   · Have a valid driver's license within the state of employment (a commercial driver’s license (CDL) is NOT required)

   · Be able to operate and navigate a delivery van, weighing 10,000 lbs. or less (you do not need to provide your own vehicle)

   · Must be able to move boxes up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation

   
   

   What is an Amazon delivery service partner?

   Amazon has partnered with local Delivery Service Partners (DSPs), independent delivery organizations that help Amazon deliver thousands of packages to customers every day. As an employee of an Amazon delivery service partner (DSP), you will work directly for the DSP that operates out of a local Amazon delivery station.

   Winged Foot Express does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, pregnancy, membership/non-membership in a labor union or organization, veteran status, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state laws.

   
   

   Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

   
   

   Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find package delivery drivers 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 package delivery driver job on Zippia to find and recruit package delivery driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit package delivery drivers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   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 package delivery driver

   Once you've found the package delivery driver 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.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new package delivery driver. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are 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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