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Driver Assistant Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

Maersk Company Limited

Driver Helper

Oak Creek, WI · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Scan daily route onto the truck * Assist driver with navigating to deliveries * Assist driver with carrying freight to a business or residence destination * Perform other duties as assigned Skills ...

A.P. Møller - Maersk A/S

Driver Helper

Oak Creek, WI

$19/hr

Scan daily route onto the truck * Assist driver with navigating to deliveries * Assist driver with carrying freight to a business or residence destination * Perform other duties as assigned Skills ...

A.P. Møller - Maersk A/S

Driver Helper

Oak Creek, WI · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Scan daily route onto the truck * Assist driver with navigating to deliveries * Assist driver with carrying freight to a business or residence destination * Perform other duties as assigned Skills ...

Tucker Freight Lines

CDL-A Truck Driver

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

Multi-stop, multi-temp reefer trucks - Requires driver-assist unload * No TWIC card needed * Must be able to use a pallet jack Drive with Tucker Freight Lines - Apply Now! About Tucker Freight Lines:

Tucker Freight Lines

CDL-A Truck Driver

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

Multi-stop, multi-temp reefer trucks - Requires driver-assist unload * No TWIC card needed * Must be able to use a pallet jack Drive with Tucker Freight Lines - Apply Now! About Tucker Freight Lines:

Tucker Freight Lines

CDL-A Truck Driver

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

Multi-stop, multi-temp reefer trucks - Requires driver-assist unload * No TWIC card needed * Must be able to use a pallet jack Drive with Tucker Freight Lines - Apply Now! About Tucker Freight Lines:

Tucker Freight Lines

CDL-A Truck Driver

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

Multi-stop, multi-temp reefer trucks - Requires driver-assist unload * No TWIC card needed * Must be able to use a pallet jack Drive with Tucker Freight Lines - Apply Now! About Tucker Freight Lines:

CRST

CDL A Lease Purchase Truck Driver

Racine, WI

$8.0K - $10K/wk

Driver assist position - loading and unloading freight Compensation & Benefits: * Tolls are 100% paid * Fuel discount $0.18 per gallon * Top 25%* of contractors gross $8,000 to $10,000/wk or more to ...

CRST

CDL A Lease Purchase Truck Driver

Milwaukee, WI

$8.0K - $10K/wk

Driver assist position - loading and unloading freight Compensation & Benefits: * Tolls are 100% paid * Fuel discount $0.18 per gallon * Top 25%* of contractors gross $8,000 to $10,000/wk or more to ...

CRST

CDL A Lease Purchase Truck Driver

Kenosha, WI

$8.0K - $10K/wk

Driver assist position - loading and unloading freight Compensation & Benefits: * Tolls are 100% paid * Fuel discount $0.18 per gallon * Top 25%* of contractors gross $8,000 to $10,000/wk or more to ...

Compass Group

DRIVER HELPER

Oak Creek, WI · On-site

$21/hr

The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with ... Qualifications: • Valid driver's license, ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in ...

Compass Group

DRIVER HELPER

Oak Creek, WI · On-site

$21/hr

The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with ... Qualifications: • Valid driver's license, ensuring safe operation of company vehicles in ...

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How much do driver assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for driver assistant in Milwaukee, WI is $16.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a driver assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Driver Assistant, you need physical stamina, basic logistical knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with GPS devices, route planning software, and handheld scanners is typically required. Strong teamwork, effective communication, and reliability are important soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure timely deliveries, support driver efficiency, and help maintain a smooth and safe transport operation.

What are the duties of a driver assistant?

A driver assistant supports the driver by helping with loading and unloading cargo, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and assisting with navigation or communication tasks. They may also perform vehicle inspections and maintain cleanliness, often working in environments that require good communication skills and attention to detail.

What is the difference between Driver Assistant vs Delivery Driver?

AspectDriver AssistantDelivery Driver
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, valid driver’s licenseHigh school diploma, valid driver’s license
Work EnvironmentAssisting drivers, warehouse or loading areasDriving to deliver goods, customer locations
Employer & Industry UsageLogistics, transportation companies, warehousesCourier services, food delivery, retail logistics
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Driver Assistants primarily support drivers by helping with loading, unloading, and navigation tasks within logistics or warehouse settings. Delivery Drivers focus on transporting goods directly to customers, often working independently. While both roles require a valid driver’s license and similar credentials, their work environments and daily responsibilities differ significantly.

What are the typical challenges faced by a driver assistant during daily routes?

Driver Assistants often encounter challenges such as navigating heavy traffic, managing time efficiently to meet tight delivery schedules, and handling heavy or awkward packages safely. They work closely with drivers to ensure smooth loading and unloading, maintain accurate delivery records, and provide excellent customer service at each stop. Adaptability and strong communication skills are key, as routes and tasks can change unexpectedly due to weather or customer requests.

What is a driver assistant?

As a driver assistant, you help truck drivers with all aspect of their jobs, barring driving the truck itself. Although you do not typically drive, you are responsible for road safety, safe cargo stowage, and occasional product assembly. You often work independently to load and unload goods from trucks at the receiving company. Becoming a driver assistant does not require you have formal qualifications or education, but prior experience in warehouse environments can set you ahead of other candidates. Duties typically include handling heavy loads, working flexible hours, and performing regular safety inspections. Most driver’s assistants use the skills and experience they gain to move on to a career as a driver, or a supervisory position within a warehouse.

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Infographic showing various Driver Assistant job openings in Milwaukee, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,712 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Zuern - Slinger |Delivery Driver Assistant

Zuern Building Products and Design Center

Slinger, WI • On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Growing Independent Building Material and Design Company
Five Locations Surrounding Metro-Milwaukee
Zuern Building Products is a family-owned and operated building material supplier and design company. We have five expansive facilities with complete showrooms in Allenton, Cedarburg, Franklin and Watertown. We take pride in our tradition of providing high quality building materials and valuable services to our customers. We are "Building on Service".
Zuern Building Products is currently looking for the right person to join our Warehouse Customer Service and Material Handling team at our Slinger location. We are looking for part-time, seasonal and full time team members. Must be available Monday through Friday. This role offers the right candidate the potential to develop new skills with career advancement opportunities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
  1. Assisting the lead driver with delivering materials to jobsites
  2. Loading of material to be delivered
  3. Loading customer orders
  4. Stocking and maintaining product
  5. Receiving product delivered from vendors
  6. Stock and maintain product in bins
  7. Put away stock and special order returns
  8. Organize, stock and maintain warehouse
  9. Basic housekeeping. ie: sweep aisles, straighten piles, pick up scraps
  10. Care of product against damage
  11. Attention to safety procedures at all times
  12. Attention to detail and accuracy in loading the correct product

Requirements
  1. Excellent customer service skills.
  2. Ability to lift and carry 25 to over 100 pounds on a consistent basis with the ability to twist and bend. Possible weight of 125 pounds and over at times.
  3. Alert, focused and detail-oriented.
  4. Basic reading, writing comprehension and math skills required.
  5. Physically and mentally fit
  6. Self -starter who works well independently as well as the ability to work well with others when needed
  7. Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful

Benefits:
  • Family-valued culture
  • Competitive Pay
  • Career Growth
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage
  • Health Savings & Flex Plan
  • 401k & Roth Plans with Company Match
  • Profit Sharing Program
  • Company Paid Life Insurance Policy
  • Voluntary Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

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