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Carvana

Customer Service Delivery Driver

Louisville, KY · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Whether it's delivering happiness to customers on the driveway or getting involved in the local ... Consistently drive safe and maintain a clean driving record in accordance with Carvana's CMV Driver ...

Sherwin-Williams

Delivery Driver

Lexington, KY · On-site

$16/hr

Drivers ensure deliveries are complete, packed correctly, and safely delivered to the correct ... Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and handle complaints from customers * Adhere ...

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How much do delivery service driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for delivery service driver in Kentucky is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.99 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a delivery service driver?

Delivery Service Drivers are professionals responsible for transporting goods from one location to another, typically for companies in retail, food service, or logistics. They load, unload, and deliver items to homes or businesses, often following a set route and schedule. In addition to driving, they may also handle customer service tasks, collect payments, and ensure the safe and timely delivery of packages. Delivery Service Drivers play a crucial role in the supply chain by ensuring products reach customers efficiently and safely.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a delivery service driver?

To thrive as a Delivery Service Driver, you need a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and a good understanding of navigation and route planning. Familiarity with GPS devices, route optimization apps, and delivery management systems is typically required. Strong customer service skills, reliability, and time management help drivers handle schedules and interact positively with customers. These abilities ensure timely, safe deliveries and high customer satisfaction in a competitive, fast-paced environment.

What challenges do delivery service drivers face and how can they be managed?

Delivery Service Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating heavy traffic, meeting tight delivery schedules, and dealing with unexpected route changes or weather conditions. Effective time management, using GPS and route optimization tools, and maintaining clear communication with dispatchers can help address these challenges. Building strong organizational skills and staying adaptable are key to ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while maintaining customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Delivery Service Driver vs Courier?

AspectDelivery Service DriverCourier
CredentialsDriver's license, sometimes a clean driving recordDriver's license, often certification for handling sensitive items
Work EnvironmentVehicle-based, local or regional routesVehicle-based, local, regional, or international deliveries
Employer & IndustryDelivery companies, retail, food servicesCourier companies, logistics, express delivery services

Delivery Service Drivers primarily focus on transporting goods between locations, often within a specific area, using personal or company vehicles. Couriers typically handle more time-sensitive or sensitive items, sometimes requiring special handling or documentation. Both roles involve driving and delivery tasks but differ in the types of items handled and the scope of services provided.

Does Amazon pay people to deliver packages?

Amazon pays delivery service drivers, such as Amazon Flex drivers, to deliver packages using their own vehicles. Payment is typically based on delivery blocks or routes completed, and drivers are considered independent contractors. Compensation varies by location and workload, and drivers must meet certain requirements like a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance.
Delivery Service Driver jobs near you
Infographic showing various Delivery Service Driver job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,337 per year, or $16 per hour.

Delivery Driver, $21.35/hr

Avannt Logistics LLC

Paducah, KY

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Join Our Team as a Delivery Driver - at $21.35/hr!

Avantt Logistics has been an Amazon Delivery Service Partner (DSP) for nearly 6 years and proudly serving the Paducah, KY community for two years. We're urgently hiring Delivery Drivers who are motivated, reliable, and ready to grow with a team that values YOUR success. Our company motto says it all:

"Neighbors delivering smiles to neighbors!"

Job Description

$21.35/hr, weekly pay, full-time and part-time available

Join our team as a Delivery Driver in Paducah, and start earning $21.35/hr right away. Avantt Logistics has been an Amazon Delivery Service Partner (DSP) for nearly six years, and has proudly served the Paducah, KY community for two years. We are urgently hiring Delivery Drivers who are motivated, reliable, and ready to grow with a team that values your success. Our motto says it all: "Neighbors delivering smiles to neighbors."

- Weekly Pay: get paid every week at $21.35/hr as a Delivery Driver
- Paid Training: no delivery driver experience required, we will train you
- Health Coverage: health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan
- Paid Time Off: enjoy work-life balance as a Delivery Driver
- Referral Program: earn bonuses for bringing great people onto the driver team
- Vehicle Provided: drive an Amazon-branded delivery vehicle, no personal vehicle needed on your delivery route
- Career Growth: many Avantt drivers have advanced into leadership and dispatch roles

Qualifications

What You'll Need: Delivery Driver Requirements – Non CDL

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Eligible to work in the U.S.A.
  • Valid driver's license (Non CDL, no commercial driver's license required)
  • Ability to lift and carry packages up to 50 lbs as part of daily delivery and warehouse operations
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Available to work at least 1 weekend day per week
  • Familiarity with local traffic laws and routes is a plus
  • Experience as a Delivery Driver or in a customer-facing role is a plus but not required

Additional Information

$21.35/hr WEEKLY PAY

What You'll Do: Delivery Driver Responsibilities

  • Performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  • Loading and unloading your delivery vehicle with Amazon packages at the warehouse each morning
  • Following a navigated delivery route to deliver packages safely and efficiently throughout the Paducah community
  • Driving a cargo van or box truck safely as a Non CDL driver, following all local traffic laws and Avantt safety policies
  • Using handheld technology to manage the delivery process and complete delivery routes on time
  • Communicating effectively with dispatchers and customers throughout your route as a Delivery Driver
  • Interacting with customers in a professional and positive manner
  • Working 3 to 5 days per week with day shifts of 8 to 10 hours

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Referral program
  • Vision Insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Must work 1 weekend day

This position offers competitive pay, starting off with $21.35/hr., and the chance to work in a dynamic environment. If you meet the requirements and are ready to take on the exciting challenges of a Delivery Driver role, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.35 per hour
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.