Delivery Driver Jobs in California

A Delivery Driver in the transportation industry is responsible for transporting goods from distribution centers to businesses, residences or other designated locations. They are in charge of ensuring that deliveries are made in a timely manner, keeping accurate records of deliveries, and providing excellent customer service to customers or clients. They generally load and unload goods, inspect and maintain the delivery vehicle, follow driving regulations and safety standards. Additionally, they might be required to report any incidents they encounter while making a delivery to a supervisor.

Before becoming a Delivery Driver, one might have roles such as a Warehouse Associate, where they would gain experience in handling goods, or a Customer Service Representative, where they would learn how to interact with clients effectively. In terms of skills, Delivery Drivers should have excellent driving skills, physical stamina, time management skills, customer service skills, and the ability to work independently. They should also be detail-oriented to maintain accurate records. They should possess a valid driver's license, and in some cases, they may need special certifications depending on what they are transporting - for instance, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for transporting large quantities of goods or hazardous materials.

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Motor Transport Operator

  • Auberry, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Auberry, CA
  • 14 days ago

As a Motor Transport Operator, you'll play an important part of the Army's transportation logistics team. You'll supervise and operate wheeled vehicles over all types of terrain to safely...

Delivery Driver

  • Yorba Linda, CA
  • moments ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA
  • moments ago

As a Delivery Driver, you will ensure that delivery orders are accurate and will deliver products to customers in a safe and courteous manner....

Warehouse Delivery Driver Substitute

  • Salinas, CA
  • moments ago
  • Salinas, CA
  • moments ago

About the Employer Welcome to the Salinas Union High School District (SUHSD)! We are excited about the opportunity to share more about our district, our community, and the incredible career...

Warehouse Associate / Delivery Driver

  • San Jose, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • moments ago

Join Our Team as a Warehouse Associate at Simply Solar! What We Offer At Simply Solar, we value our team members and invest in their well-being. We believe in recognizing and rewarding dedication,...

Delivery Service Driver I

  • Cerritos, CA
  • moments ago
  • Cerritos, CA
  • moments ago

SCHEDULE: Monday - Wednesday (3x12s), 6:30 pm start time PAY RATE: $30 hr. + shift differential & quarterly bonus opportunities Delivery Service Driver I The Delivery Service Driver is critical to...

Courier/DOT-2

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Duties Driver / operator of company vehicles. Provides courteous and efficient delivery and pick-up of packages. Checks shipments for conformance to FedEx features of service and provides...

Prime Delivery Driver

  • Diamond Bar, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Amazon Prime Delivery Driver $16-$35/hr No experience requited, hiring immediately, appy now. Amazon Prime is hiring drivers for our delivery operations....

Delivery driver wanted

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Delivery Driver Wanted!!...

Part Time San Diego County Delivery Driver

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Delivery driver with excellent customer service. Class C driver license required to drive a 24' box truck....

Appliance Delivery driver wanted.

  • Hayward, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Experienced appliance delivery and installation expert needed. Must have valid drivers license and social security. Must be able to pass a drug screening and back ground check. Duties include...

Delivery Driver and Sales Associate

  • Colton, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Colton, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Email Resume First Colton Surveying Inst. is looking for a reliable Delivery Driver & Sales Associate to join our survey supply store in Colton....

ROUTE DRIVER Opportunity with Morgan Services!

  • National City, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • National City, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Morgan Services is immediately hiring Route Drivers to join the San Diego Team! CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW M-F (No Weekends) - 6am-3pm - 40 hrs. per week guaranteed *No CDL Required* Morgan Services,...

Local Delivery Drivers needed

  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We are seeking self-motivated, reliable Pick-up and Delivery Drivers (P&D) to join our dynamic team of professionals in performing FedEx Home Deliveries dispatched out of Sun Valley, CA....

Dual Role as Delivery Driver and Helper

  • Pico Rivera, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pico Rivera, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We are looking for a flexible 1099 Independent Contractor to work as BOTH a Driver and Helper. In this role you will work as a Driver driving a 26 Ft Box Truck or Helper depending on what is...

Delivery Driver Needed

  • Riverside, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Cabinet Shop looking for a delivery driver to transport cabinets in OUR 26ft box vans....

Demographic Data for California

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Delivery Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Delivery Driver Course
Overview The demand for a trusted delivery driver is more than ever. So, if you are currently looking for a professional which you can start right away, try your luck with delivery driving. The...
Distribution: product delivery
Processes related to transportation cover the election of routes up to ensuring the reception of returns. In this online course you will learn about product delivery to perform timely and quality...
A Beginner's Guide for Delivery Drivers
Delivery drivers form the backbone of modern logistics as they transport items like food, furniture and equipment to their final destinations. Would you like to become an effective delivery...

Salary for Delivery Driver Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Delivery Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Delivery Drivers in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
31.8%
Bachelor's Degree
21.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.1%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Master's Degree
8.9%
Some College
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Delivery Drivers in California
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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