Delivery Driver Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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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Transportation Delivery Driver

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 10 hours ago

accurate deliveries....

Local Delivery Driver

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 day ago

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc., is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Local Delivery Driver position for our Branch Operations group located at our Sarasota, FL branch...

Route Driver

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 7 days ago

Specific Job Responsibilities: Upload, deliver and download safely to customers hardgoods orders, as well as, cylinders containing compressed gases; return empty cylinders to plant for refilling....

New Contract Delivery Drivers Needed ASAP

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 7 days ago

ADL Delivery Final Miles is currently seeking LOCAL Independent Contractor Drivers to deliver medicines, electronic cigarettes, retail packages, payroll, and more in our Tampa office and zip codes...

Delivery Driver

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 8 days ago

-Driver will only drive every other day wash carts and help in warehouse Schedule is Monday - Friday 8am - 5 pm with 1 hour lunch, OT after 40....

Stockperson/Delivery Driver

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 8 days ago

Job Description We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual...

Delivery Driver - DOT

  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 15 days ago

driver Have at least one (1) year of work experience using material handling equipment (for example: forklifts (stand and sit), pallet jacks, hand trucks, order pickers, vacu-hoists, drum dollies,...

Delivery Driver

  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 18 days ago

Delivery Drivers Delivery Drivers' main responsibility is to deliver sandwiches to customers in the designated delivery area....

Commissary Operations Team Member/Delivery Driver

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 20 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 20 days ago

The Delivery Driver will also assist the commissary team at the jail with handing out orders to inmates....

Delivery Drivers HAVE FUN MAKE CASH

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 22 days ago

DO YOU WANT TO MAKE THAT MONEY??!!!! Jimmy John's Delivery Driver's goal is to get that sandwich in the customer's hand as quick as can be. We do this by learning the most efficient route, double...

Senior Delivery Driver

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 23 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 23 days ago

Sign on Bonus Now offering a $1000 new hire sign-on bonus!! What Pharmacy Services & Delivery contributes to Cardinal Health Responsible for the prompt and accurate delivery and distribution of...

Furniture Delivery Driver- Independent Contractor

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 23 days ago

This is an opportunity for delivery drivers with experience operating 26’ box trucks. Commission based pay. Average driver makes $60-80k/yearly plus bonuses....

Delivery Driver (03845) - 909 1st St

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 27 days ago

From delivery driver to management, general manager to franchisee, our stores offer a world of opportunity. You'll find our Delivery Driver jobs offer you more....

Delivery Driver (05010) - 7353 University Parkway

  • Lakewood Ranch, FL (10 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Lakewood Ranch, FL (10 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 27 days ago

From delivery driver to management, general manager to franchisee, our stores offer a world of opportunity. You'll find our Delivery Driver jobs offer you more....

Delivery Driver (08627) - 8163 US Hwy 301 N

  • Parrish, FL (19 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Parrish, FL (19 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 27 days ago

From delivery driver to management, general manager to franchisee, our stores offer a world of opportunity. You'll find our Delivery Driver jobs offer you more....

Demographic Data for Sarasota, FL

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Salary for Delivery Driver Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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 Sarasota, FL 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 Sarasota, FL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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