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How much do day driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for day driver in Minnesota is $18.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $19.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a day driver?

Day drivers are professional drivers who typically work during the daytime hours, transporting passengers, goods, or performing deliveries. They may work for taxi companies, ride-sharing services, courier companies, or as delivery drivers for various businesses. Their responsibilities often include safely operating a vehicle, following scheduled routes or customer requests, and providing good customer service. Day drivers are often preferred for jobs that require early morning or afternoon shifts, and their schedules may vary depending on the employer or industry.

What does a day driver do?

Day Drivers are primarily responsible for transporting goods, packages, or passengers during daytime hours, ensuring timely and safe deliveries or pickups. Their day often involves following predetermined routes, maintaining communication with dispatchers, and completing necessary paperwork or digital logs. Day Drivers frequently coordinate with warehouse staff, schedulers, and customer service teams to resolve issues, confirm delivery details, and handle any unexpected changes. Collaboration and flexibility are key, as schedules or routes may shift due to traffic or last-minute requests, making teamwork and clear communication vital to the role’s success.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a day driver?

To thrive as a Day Driver, you need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and good knowledge of local routes and traffic laws. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, route planning software, and sometimes fleet management tools is typically required. Strong time management, customer service, and communication skills help set outstanding drivers apart. These skills and qualifications ensure timely deliveries, passenger safety, and high levels of customer satisfaction in daily driving operations.

What is the difference between Day Driver vs Delivery Driver?

AspectDay DriverDelivery Driver
CredentialsValid driver's license, clean driving recordValid driver's license, sometimes specific certifications for certain deliveries
Work EnvironmentTypically operates during daytime hours, within local routesVaries from local to long-distance, may include night shifts
Employer & IndustryLogistics, courier, transportation companiesFood services, retail, courier services

Day Drivers primarily operate during daytime hours within local routes, focusing on transporting goods or passengers. Delivery Drivers also operate during the day but often handle specific deliveries, sometimes across longer distances. Both roles require a valid driver's license and share similar work environments, but Delivery Drivers may need additional certifications depending on the cargo. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role in the transportation industry.

What are the most commonly searched types of Driver jobs in Minnesota?

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What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Day Driver jobs?

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Infographic showing various Day Driver job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,192 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

CDL A Fleet Driver

Driver Driven Transportation

Saint Paul, MN

$182K - $244K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Driver Driven Transportation is hiring CDL A OTR Lease Purchase Drivers in Minneapolis/St Paul, MN. Drivers will be hauling out & back from MN, in the lower 48 states. Since 1979, Driver Driven Transportation has been dedicated to the success of both our drivers and our customers. Our over 80% driver retention rate combined with our long-term dedicated customers, validates the success of our culture. We hold our drivers in high esteem and view them as valued business partners. Come join the family at Driver Driven Transportation!

Compensation

  • Annual gross pay range: $182,000 - $244,000
    • Base $1.17 per mile + fuel surcharge
    • Northeast pay: $1.43 per mile + fuel surcharge
    • Paid practical miles using PC Miler, all miles paid
    • Average weekly miles: 2,500
  • Additional pay: $100 for each additional drop & pickup
  • Bonuses:
    • Safety & mileage bonus: 5 CPM in bonuses that pay quarterly and annually
    • $5,000 Referral bonus: paid in monthly increments over 1 year
  • Same day settlements paid electronically after each round is completed

Payments & Fixed Costs

  • Truck payment: dependent on truck, minimum of $560 per week
  • Maintenance payment: dependent on truck, calculated CPM fee
  • Insurance payment: group policy for physical damage and bobtail insurance
  • Money down: $2,500 (payment options available)
  • Tolls: Drivers are responsible for paying all tolls

Highlights

  • Company paid base plates, road & fuel tax
  • Company paid liability, cargo, and trailer insurance
  • No trailer fees!
  • No forced dispatch
  • Discounted fuel programs
  • Company paid basic term life insurance
  • Access to a variety of medical, vision, and dental insurance group programs
  • Access to a 401(K) retirement plan
  • Rider policy: $14 a month, must be at least 10 years old
  • Pet policy: $300 pet deposit
  • Willoperateunder Driver Driven Transportations authority

Home Time, Route, & Schedule

  • HomeTime:Choose your home time, most drivers are home every 2 weeks
  • Route: OTR 48 states, primarily east of the Mississippi
    • Out & back from MN
  • Level of Touch:Mixture of loading & unloading using ramp & lift gate, load securement, and no touch freight

Equipment

  • 2022 & Newer Peterbilt, Freightliner, & Volvo trucks available
  • Automatic transmission
  • Discounted parts and service partnerships
  • Maintenance management support
  • Governed speed: 72
  • ELD equipped using Motive system - no fee!
  • Outward facing cameras

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 23 years of age
  • Must have CDL A license
  • Must have a minimum of 2 years verifiabletractor-trailer driving experience
  • No more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years
  • Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) testing and physical requirements and be knowledgeable of DOT regulations
  • Must be able to pass a required pre-employment drug screen
  • Drivers preferred in Southeast Minnesota, along I-90 & I94 in Wisconsin, Northeastern Iowa, Northern Illinois, and Northern Indiana
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      Job Industries
      • Transportation

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