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Day Driver Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

TANKER endorsement required Company Drivers enjoy: * Competitive Wage * Plant-to-Plant shipments within Wisconsin * Home Daily * 3 Days on 4 Days off // 4 Days on 3 Days off * 12 hr. shifts - OT ...

New hire training pay: $250 per day * Spotting work pay: $5 per move * Excessive dunnage pay: $15 per occurrence * Recovery pay: $25 per occurrence * Driver assist pay: $25 per occurrence * Truck ...

New hire training pay: $250 per day * Spotting work pay: $5 per move * Excessive dunnage pay: $15 per occurrence * Recovery pay: $25 per occurrence * Driver assist pay: $25 per occurrence * Truck ...

Local Intermodal Truck Driver

Racine, WI · On-site

$1.6K - $1.8K/wk

4th Day Trucking is looking for a Local CDL-A Intermodal Driver to move regional containers with 100% no-touch freight and home daily. You'll operate within a 150‐mile radius of the yard, with ...

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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 Wisconsin is $18.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.57 and $20.38 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 Wisconsin?

The most popular types of Driver jobs in Wisconsin are:

What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Day Driver jobs?

Cities in Wisconsin with the most Day Driver job openings:

Infographic showing various Day Driver job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,360 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

Day Shift Local Driver

Quad

Sussex, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


Quad rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

460th of 543 rated manufacturers


Job description


We are currently seeking professional Local Driver who want to work for a company that appreciates their hard work and dedication to the job.
Qualifications:
  • 1 year or 100,000 miles of verifiable Class A experience
  • Must be able to communicate well with others
  • Valid Class A CDL required
  • TANKER endorsement required

Company Drivers enjoy:
  • Competitive Wage
  • Plant-to-Plant shipments within Wisconsin
  • Home Daily
  • 3 Days on 4 Days off // 4 Days on 3 Days off
  • 12 hr. shifts - OT available depending on freight volumes
  • Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Vacation, and 9 Paid Holidays
  • Paid weekly (via Direct Deposit)

About Us
As a global marketing experience company, Quad's goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We've built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we're all driven to perform at our best- for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we're a company that believes we can always create a better way.
About the Team
We offer comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.
Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.
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