Free Delivery Driver Job Description Template
A delivery driver job description grounded in the route — non-CDL local delivery.
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1.Job Brief (About the Role)
{{Company Name}} is hiring a Delivery Driver to get orders to {{customers / stores}} safely and on time. This role reports to the {{Dispatch / Route Supervisor}} and runs a daily local route in a {{company van / box truck}}.
Three or four sentences: the team, who the role reports to, and why this position exists. Skip generic openers like “We are looking for…”.
2.Responsibilities
- Load and verify packages against the manifest before departure
- Drive a planned route safely and efficiently, following all traffic laws
- Deliver packages, obtain signatures, and capture proof of delivery
- Use the routing/scanner app to track stops and update statuses
- Provide friendly, professional service at every stop
- Handle returns, exceptions, and undeliverable packages per policy
- Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report issues
- Keep the vehicle clean, fueled, and organized
Eight to twelve bullets, each starting with a verb. Keep them specific to the day-to-day work, not aspirational filler.
3.Requirements & Skills
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
- At least {{18 / 21}} years old, per insurance requirements
- Able to lift and carry up to {{50}} lbs repeatedly
- Able to pass a background check and {{DOT physical / drug screen}} if required
- Familiar with the {{delivery area}} and comfortable with a routing app
List the must-haves: experience, licenses or certifications, the systems and tools used, and any physical or shift realities.
4.Nice-to-Have
- Prior delivery, courier, or route experience
- Experience with {{box trucks or cargo vans}}
Two to four genuinely optional items. Keep them strictly separate from Requirements so they don’t deter good applicants.
5.Compensation & Benefits
| Pay range | {{Salary Range}} |
|---|
Enter a pay range from local market data — do not leave it blank. Pay transparency improves applicant quality and is now required in many states.
6.Schedule & Work Environment
- {{Full-time}}; early starts, with overtime during peak seasons
- In and out of the vehicle in all weather, lifting throughout the day
- Steel-toe or closed-toe footwear required
Be honest about shifts, weekends, overtime, and the physical environment. Realistic expectations reduce early turnover.
7.How to Apply
To apply, {{application instructions — e.g., send a resume and short cover note to careers@company.com}}.
Filled in for a non-CDL last-mile parcel delivery driver.
1.Job Brief (About the Role)
Swift Parcel is hiring Delivery Drivers for last-mile routes across the metro area. This role reports to the Route Supervisor and delivers 120–150 stops a day from a company-provided cargo van.
2.Responsibilities
- Load and scan 150+ packages against the manifest each morning
- Run an assigned route of 120–150 stops safely and on schedule
- Deliver packages, follow delivery-photo and signature requirements, and avoid missorts
- Update every stop in the Swift driver app in real time
- Be courteous and professional at residential and business stops
- Return undeliverables and rescan them at the depot
- Complete DVIR pre- and post-trip inspections on the van
- Keep the cargo area organized and the van clean
3.Requirements & Skills
- Valid driver’s license with a clean three-year record
- At least 21 years old per the fleet insurance policy
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs and climb in and out of the van all day
- Pass a background check and DOT-style drug screen
- Comfortable using a smartphone routing app
4.Nice-to-Have
- Prior Amazon DSP, FedEx, or courier route experience
- Cargo-van or box-truck experience
5.Compensation & Benefits
| Pay range | $19 – $23 per hour plus a peak-season bonus |
|---|
- Medical, dental, vision after 60 days
- 401(k)
- Company van and fuel provided
6.Schedule & Work Environment
- Full-time, four 10-hour days; early start, overtime in Q4 peak
- In and out of the van in all weather, lifting all day
- Steel-toe or sturdy closed-toe shoes required
7.How to Apply
To apply, complete an application at swiftparcel.example/drive or call dispatch to schedule a ride-along.
How it works
- Preview the delivery driver job description and a filled last-mile-parcel example.
- Download Word/PDF, or copy the text to paste into Google Docs.
- Set the vehicle, route, license, and physical requirements, add a pay rate, and post it.
Frequently asked questions
What does a delivery driver do?
A delivery driver loads and verifies packages, drives a planned local route safely, delivers packages and captures proof of delivery, updates a routing or scanner app, provides friendly service, handles returns and exceptions, and completes vehicle inspections. The template lists these as editable responsibilities.
Does a delivery driver need a CDL?
Usually not. Most local, last-mile delivery in vans and small box trucks needs only a regular driver’s license and a clean record. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required for larger trucks — for that role, use the separate truck driver job description template on this site.
What are the requirements for a delivery driver?
Common requirements are a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, a minimum age set by the insurer (often 18 or 21), the ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly, and passing a background check and any required drug screen. Familiarity with the delivery area and a routing app helps.
Should the job description mention pay and schedule?
Yes. Drivers care most about pay structure (hourly, per route, or per stop), the shift and start time, and seasonal overtime. Be specific, and note whether a company vehicle and fuel are provided, as this is a common question.