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Delivery Person

Transportation
Delivery Drivers and Messengers
Delivery Person

Drive truck or other vehicle over established routes or within an established territory and sell or deliver goods, such as food products, including restaurant take-out items, or pick up or deliver items such as commercial laundry. May also take orders, collect payment, or stock merchandise at point of delivery.

At a Glance

Delivery Person earns an average of $65,000/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.8–2.5 years. Top skills: Valid Driver's License, Good Driving Record, Operations.

Avg Annual Salary

$65,000/yr

Typical Education

High school or GED

Experience

1.8–2.5 years

Job Postings

15

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Driver/Sales Workers

Bright Outlook

Median Wage

$37,130/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+8.8%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (18)

Good Driving Record

5.0

Marketing

4.8

Accounting

4.8

Merchandising

4.8

Business Requirements

4.6

Manicure

4.6

Selling Techniques

4.5

Loading And Unloading

4.5

Accident Reporting

4.4

Data Centers

4.4

Cosmetology

4.4

Information Management

4.3

Talent Recruitment

4.2

Data Management

4.1

Collections

4.1

Pedicure

4.0

iCIMS (Recruitment Software)

4.0

Restaurant Operation

4.0

Common Skills (10)

Operations

4.9

Smartphone Operation

4.9

Sales

4.9

Leadership

4.7

Ethical Standards And Conduct

4.7

Management

4.6

Communication

4.5

Follow Through

4.3

Team Building

4.2

Goal Setting

4.2

Certifications (2)

Valid Driver's License

5.0

CDL Class B License

4.3

Related Specializations

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