Delivery Driver Jobs in New Jersey

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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Shop, Deliver, Earn Cash - Instacart

  • Instacart Shoppers
  • Margate City, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Margate City, NJ
  • 25 days ago

FULL-SERVICE SHOPPER Start earning quickly with a flexible schedule Shopping with Instacart is more than grocery delivery. Shoppers help make our world go round. They make money, make moves, and...

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Shop and Deliver - No Experience Required

  • Instacart Shoppers
  • Port Republic, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Port Republic, NJ
  • 25 days ago

FULL-SERVICE SHOPPER Start earning quickly with a flexible schedule Shopping with Instacart is more than grocery delivery. Shoppers help make our world go round. They make money, make moves, and...

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Instacart Delivery Driver - Flexible Hours

  • Instacart Shoppers
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 25 days ago

FULL-SERVICE SHOPPER Start earning quickly with a flexible schedule Shopping with Instacart is more than grocery delivery. Shoppers help make our world go round. They make money, make moves, and...

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Amazon Delivery Driver - Flexible Shifts

  • Amazon Flex
  • Bridgeport, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Bridgeport, NJ
  • 25 days ago

Amazon delivery partner opportunity Earn $19.50 - $27.50/hr What is Amazon Flex? It's simple! Use your vehicle and smartphone to earn extra money delivering with a brand you trust. With Amazon...

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Amazon Package Delivery Driver - Earn $19.50 - $27.50/hr

  • Amazon Flex
  • Bridgeport, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bridgeport, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Amazon delivery partner opportunity Earn $19.50 - $27.50/hr What is Amazon Flex? It's simple! Use your vehicle and smartphone to earn extra money delivering with a brand you trust. With Amazon...

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Amazon Flex Package Delivery Driver

  • Amazon Flex
  • Woodstown, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodstown, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Amazon delivery partner opportunity Earn $19.50 - $27.50/hr What is Amazon Flex? It's simple! Use your vehicle and smartphone to earn extra money delivering with a brand you trust. With Amazon...

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Earn Extra Cash as a Local Delivery Driver

  • Gopuff
  • Haddon Heights, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Haddon Heights, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Gopuff Delivery Driver Flexible Gig Work, Fast Payouts Earn more on your schedule....

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CDL A Delivery Driver - Hiring Immediately

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 25 days ago

BECOME A US FOODS DRIVER! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? We help YOU make it! Schedule: Monday-Friday 7pm-finish (OT as needed) Full time...

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Auto Part Delivery Drivers ($120 PAID EVERYDAY)

  • Union, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Union, NJ
  • 3 hours ago

We're looking for driver's to deliver small auto parts to local mechanic shops. Must have your own vehicle Must live around the Piscataway/Brunswick areas Must have cashapp or zelle in order to...

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Local CDL B Delivery Driver

  • Chef's Warehouse
  • Medford, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Medford, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Delivery Drivers must be organized, efficient and professional at all times while ensuring deliveries are made accurately and on time....

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Courier/DOT

  • FedEx
  • Mercerville, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Mercerville, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

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 related...

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Last Mile Delivery Driver Wanted at Philadelphia area

  • Bluehub Logistics LLC
  • Camden, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

un Last Mile Delivery Driver Wanted at Philadelphia area (Camden, NJ) Bluehub Logistics LLC 907 Sylvan Street compensation: $1.60 per delivery stop, $0.8 per additional packages at the same stop employment...

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Commercial Driver- Front Load

  • Republic Services
  • Tinton Falls, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Class B or higher Commercial Drivers license with air brakes endorsement....

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Autoparts Delivery Driver

  • Boston Battery
  • Runnemede, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Runnemede, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

About the position Our Delivery Drivers are primarily responsible for safely delivering batteries to customers....

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Commercial Driver Class B

  • White Cap Construction Supply
  • Newark, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

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Demographic Data for New Jersey

Moving to New Jersey? Find some basic demographic data about New Jersey below.


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Delivery Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
COVID-19 De-Escalating Conflict: Delivery Drivers
Delivery drivers are playing a vital role during the Covid-19 pandemic, but its a role that occasionally puts them in conflict situations. Sometimes customers who fear infection react angrily when...
Good Pharmacy Practice: Introduction to Medication Delivery Systems
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Salary for Delivery Driver Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.3%
Bachelor's Degree
23.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.7%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%

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


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