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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Pizza Delivery Driver Wanted

  • Johnston, RI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Johnston, RI
  • 5 hours ago

Location of employment is: Pizza Palace 1583 Plainfield Pike Johnston, RI, 02919 Please call or text Mike at ... if interested Pizza Delivery Driver wanted No experience necessary Full Time or Part...

Residential Route Driver

  • Cranston, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 2 days ago

Mega Disposal is looking for a safety conscience Residential Route Driver to join our team in Cranston, RI. Drivers interested in secure, steady employment in a family atmosphere are encouraged to...

Delivery Driver(03935) - 263 Social St

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Job Description 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 &...

Delivery Driver DOMINOS 3930 WEEKENDS

  • Pawtucket, RI
  • 8 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI
  • 8 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...

Courier/Swing Drvr/DOT-2

  • Warwick, RI
  • 9 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 9 days ago

Job Duties Operates company vehicles and provide courteous and efficient delivery and pick up of packages; to check shipments for conformance to FedEx features of service; Provides coverage for...

Courier/DOT-1

  • Warwick, RI
  • 9 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 9 days ago

Job Duties 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...

Delivery Driver(03938) -5951 Post Rd, N.Kingstown

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 10 days ago

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

Delivery Driver

  • Foster, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Foster, RI
  • 10 days ago

How you will make contributions that matter: We are seeking an experience Driver with excellent interpersonal skills to join our team as a Delivery Driver at our Store in Foster....

Delivery Driver (Part-Time)

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

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

Furniture Delivery Driver (Non-CDL)

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

The Furniture Delivery Driver will make furniture deliveries to customers with a focus on timeliness and customer service. Exciting Benefits of a W.B....

Auto Parts Delivery Driver (Part-Time)

  • North Providence, RI
  • 17 days ago
  • North Providence, RI
  • 17 days ago

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

Delivery Driver (Full-Time)

  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 21 days ago
  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 21 days ago

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

Cdl B Local Delivery Driver Needed!

  • West Greenwich, RI
  • 23 days ago
  • West Greenwich, RI
  • 23 days ago

CDL B DRIVER NEEDED IN WEST GREENWICH,RI! IMMEDIATE BENEFITS-WEEKLY PAY-TEMP TO HIRE! MONDAY-FRIDAY 3RD SHIFT 1130PM-1030AM WEEKLY GUARANTEE $1,324- DRIVER WILL BE DELIVERING AUTO FREIGHT -...

Part Time Delivery Drivers 2 to 3 Days Per Week (Cranston) compensation: 16.00 hr employment type: job title: Part Time Delivery Drivers 2 to 3 Days Per Week Part time drivers wanted....

Fuel oil delivery driver

  • Providence, RI
  • 28 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 28 days ago

Fuel oil delivery driver (Providence) Henry Oil Co., Inc. compensation: To be determined by experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Fuel oil delivery driver, serviceman Fuel...

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
31.8%
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 Rhode Island
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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