Delivery Driver Jobs in West Lafayette, IN

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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Delivery driver /assembly

  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Delivery driver /assembly (Lafayette) Furniture Row 1509 sagamore Pkwy s compensation: $700-$800 weekly employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Delivery driver/ assembly...

Delivery Driver

  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 4 days ago

As a Delivery Driver, you will have face-to-face contact with customers as you deliver orders....

Advance Auto parts delivery driver OTR

  • Remington, IN (21 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Remington, IN (21 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Advance Auto parts delivery driver OTR (Remington, IN) Eds delivery corp compensation: 2000 a week employment type: job title: Driver Must have CDL class A with hazmat Endorsements This position is...

Delivery Driver

  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 15 days ago

DELIVERY WITH FULL BENEFITS 30+ HOURS PER WEEK Flexible schedule Health insurance Vision & dental insurance Long term & short-term disability insurance Life insurance 401(k) Vacation DELIVERY DRIVER...

E-Scooter Delivery Driver

  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 25 days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 25 days ago

E-Scooter Delivery Drivers locate, swap batteries, and rebalance vehicles throughout the city and perform quality checks and minor repairs....

Delivery Driver

  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 25 days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 25 days ago

When not focused on Delivery Driver responsibilities, he or she may also be assigned to other Associate duties within the shop. Whats In It For You**: Competitive pay!...

Delivery Driver

  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 25 days ago

The individual selected for this role will be expected to work at Store #3879, located at: 2308 Concord Road, Lafayette, IN 47909. SWDS Driver are responsible for delivering products to customers...

Delivery Driver (Full-Time)

  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, IN (5 miles from West Lafayette, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Our commercial delivery driver position is responsible for the delivery of parts to our commercial customers....

Car Delivery Driver

  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 60+ days ago

As a Car Delivery Driver at our Purdue store located at 602 W Stadium Ave, West Lafayette IN 47906, you are our Boots on the ground!...

Demographic Data for West Lafayette, IN

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Salary for Delivery Driver Jobs in West Lafayette, IN

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 West Lafayette, IN offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
22.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.3%
Associate's Degree
13.8%
Master's Degree
9.1%
Some College
3.6%
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 West Lafayette, IN
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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