Delivery Driver Jobs in Palos Heights, IL

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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Customer Delivery Driver

  • University Park, IL (13 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • University Park, IL (13 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for Customer Advocates with at least 2 years of customer-facing experience to build an exciting career at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and...

Delivery Driver/Warehouse Associate - Full Time/Full Benefits

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Compensation: $20.00/hr Employment Type: Full-time Job Title: Delivery Driver/Warehouse Associate Driver and Warehouse Associate needed for Chicago area specialty construction company....

FedEx Home Delivery Driver on a Sprinter or Ford Trasnit

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

BISTRICA INC (FedEx contractor) is hiring now responsible and reliable full time and seasonal drivers in Rolling Meadows, Palatine areas. job description -fast pace, lifting, bending and carrying...

Part Time Van Delivery Driver

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

As a Van Delivery Driver you will be responsible for courteous, on-time, and accurate deliveries of products with a variable daily route....

Naperville, IL CDL A Delivery Driver

  • Naperville, IL (19 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (19 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Distributing is actively hiring Class A CDL delivery drivers....

Delivery Driver (non-CDL)

  • Northlake, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Northlake, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Prior experience delivering merchandise to customers using a box truck or similar vehicle. 1+ years of experience operating material handling equipment. No more than 2...

Advance Auto parts delivery driver OTR

  • Markham, IL (7 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Markham, IL (7 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Must have CDL class A with hazmat Endorsements This position is base out Remington IN Advance auto parts Driver ORT Looking to hire drivers the job consist doing Advance Auto Part delivery to the...

Air Cargo office Agent ORD

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Air Cargo office Agent ORD Date: Apr 22, 2025 Location: chicago, Illinois, US Company: Worldwide Flight Services, Inc. Compensation: 20.00 About WFS Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and...

Class C Delivery Driver

  • Woodridge, IL (14 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (14 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The Delivery Driver works collaboratively as part of the Operations team. You will be responsible for loading, delivering, and installing furniture at Tradeshow and Event venues....

Delivery Driver Non CDL

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Delivery Driver Non CDL The Chefs' Warehouse Midwest, LLC, 2801 S....

Operations - Delivery Driver I - Class X

  • Broadview, IL (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Broadview, IL (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Operations - Delivery Driver I - Class X Req #2536 Broadview, IL, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:00 PM Continental Battery Systems is a rapidly growing North American PE-backed...

Seasonal Package Delivery Driver

  • Hammond, IN (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hammond, IN (15 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 9 days ago

SHIFT YOUR FUTURE Casual Package Deliver Driver SHIFT YOUR TEAM Who exactly are casual UPS Package Delivery Drivers?...

Medical Delivery Driver - Elmhurst, IL $16.20 hrly

  • Elmhurst, IL (17 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (17 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Medical Driver - Elmhurst- $16.20 hourly - FT (Monday - Friday) 2:00pm - Midnight ($1.00 hourly increase for hours worked after 10pm) Logistics Service Representative/Medical Driver About Us Come...

Delivery Driver - Non-CDL

  • Alsip, IL (2 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Alsip, IL (2 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago

DIVISION : U.S. AutoForce POSITION SUMMARY U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires,...

Logistics Specialist - Material Handler/Delivery Driver - McCook, IL

  • La Grange, IL (9 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (9 miles from Palos Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Logistics Specialist Starting wage of $19.75/hr, with applicable wage progression after 90-day, 180-day, and 1-year tenure with TireHub. Monday through Saturday – Fluctuating day shift hours The...

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Salary for Delivery Driver Jobs in Palos Heights, IL

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 Palos Heights, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
31.8%
Bachelor's Degree
21.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.2%
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 Palos Heights, IL
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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