Delivery Driver Jobs in Rhode Island

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

  • Rumford, RI
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rumford, RI
  • 9 hours ago

Delivery driver. 4 days a week. Tuesday thru Friday. On the average, about 25 to 30 hours a week. Must have valid driver's license and a clean driving record....

Delivery Driver

  • Warwick, RI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 15 hours ago

SWDS Driver are responsible for delivering products to customers from Sherwin-Williams stores using Company vans or pick-up trucks. Drivers ensure deliveries are complete, packed correctly, and...

Delivery Driver (Full-Time)

  • Cranston, RI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 17 hours ago

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

Delivery Driver (Part-Time)

  • Cranston, RI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 17 hours ago

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

Delivery Driver - APG Smithfield

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 18 hours ago

About the role We are excited to announce that we have a Full-time Permanent Delivery Driver role on offer within our Smithfield Distribution Centre....

Delivery Driver DOMINOS 3915 CLOSING DRIVERS NEEDED

  • Bristol, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Bristol, RI
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Family Run and Locally Owned Company We Care about our employee's We offer Benefits - All team members are eligible for benefits (eligibility for certain benefits dependent on...

Delivery Driver - Part Time 2nd Shift

  • Coventry, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Coventry, RI
  • 2 days ago

Ability to drive for long periods of time Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience as a Delivery Driver Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D....

Light Truck Driver

  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago

Light Truck Driver Brown University To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: Job Description: POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Able to read and write English Accuracy in counting,...

Courier/DOT

  • Warwick, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 6 days 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...

Delivery Driver(03901) - 845 NORTH MAIN STREET

  • Providence, RI
  • 11 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 11 days ago

ADVANCEMENT Many of our team members began their careers as delivery drivers andtoday are successful Domino's franchise owners....

Delivery Driver(03906) - 1010 Chalkstone Ave

  • North Providence, RI
  • 11 days ago
  • North Providence, RI
  • 11 days ago

Work full or part-time & earn CASH DAILY! Hourly pay + $0.56 per mile + tips = up to $20+ per hour Plenty of Deliveries Advancement opportunities Medical & Dental Insurance...and more Additional...

Office Supply Delivery Driver

  • Cranston, RI
  • 13 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 13 days ago

The Office Supply Delivery Driver, makes deliveries to W.B. Mason customers with a focus on timeliness and customer service.Exciting Benefits of a W.B....

Delivery Driver DOMINOS Cranston 3920 ALL SHIFTS

  • Cranston, RI
  • 21 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 21 days ago

Company Description Family Run and Locally Owned Company We Care about our employee's We offer Benefits - All team members are eligible for benefits (eligibility for certain benefits dependent on...

Blake Equipment Delivery Driver

  • Pascoag, RI
  • 23 days ago
  • Pascoag, RI
  • 23 days ago

Blake Equipment Delivery Driver - Pascoag, RI Blake Equipment is part of the largest national wholesaler (a division of Headwater Companies www.headwaterco.com ) in the United States, specializing in...

Delivery Driver Papa Ginos

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 30+ days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Rhode Island $29k - $46k Per Year Delivery Driver Papa Gino's Papa Gino's Occupation: Driver/Sales Workers Location: Woonsocket, RI - 02895 Positions available...

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

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Salary for Delivery Driver Jobs in Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island offer the following education background
High School or GED
31.0%
Bachelor's Degree
22.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.2%
Associate's Degree
13.7%
Master's Degree
9.0%
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 Rhode Island
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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