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Emergency Delivery Driver Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Delivery Driver

Salem, VA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Provide 24-hour during emergency and/or critical operations * Assist with inventory research ... Delivery Driver experience * Auto parts or heavy-duty truck parts experience * Inventory or ...

Delivery Driver

Salem, VA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Provide 24-hour during emergency and/or critical operations * Assist with inventory research ... Delivery Driver experience * Auto parts or heavy-duty truck parts experience * Inventory or ...

DELIVERY DRIVER

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Delivery Driver Delivery Driver- Require to drive your own Cargo / Sprinter Van Employer: Mashin ... Accident Emergency Treatment Benefit * Paid Time Off

DELIVERY DRIVER

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Delivery Driver Delivery Driver- Require to drive your own Cargo / Sprinter Van Employer: Mashin ... Accident Emergency Treatment Benefit * Paid Time Off

DELIVERY DRIVER

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Delivery Driver DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: * Loads vehicle for ... Accident Emergency Treatment Benefit * PTO, sick days, and vacation days

Qualifications: CDL A or B with Hazmat endorsement or ability to obtain a Hazmat endorsement. Good ... Monday - Friday Occasional emergency calls Some overtime in the winter months Benefits: Full time ...

Delivery Driver

Dover Foxcroft, ME · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

Delivery Driver Job requires delivery of petroleum products by pedal truck to residential and ... Variable schedule with some nights / weekends for after hours emergency call-outs. Willing to train ...

Delivery Driver

Elizabethtown, NC

$13 - $16.25/hr

... in the delivery truck. The job requires a Class B commercial drivers' license with Hazardous ... Check the vehicle before driving daily to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is ...

Qualifications: CDL A or B with Hazmat endorsement or ability to obtain a Hazmat endorsement. Good ... Monday - Friday Occasional emergency calls Some overtime in the winter months Benefits: Full time ...

Delivery Driver

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Provide 24-hour during emergency and/or critical operations * Assist with inventory research ... Delivery Driver experience * Auto parts or heavy-duty truck parts experience * Inventory or ...

DELIVERY DRIVER

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Delivery Driver Employer: Mashin, Inc. Reports To: Dispatcher Delivery Driver Summary: Load ... Accident Emergency Treatment Benefit * Paid Time Off

Propane Delivery Driver

Taneytown, MD

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

Performs responsibilities in on-call rotation for after hours and weekend emergency deliveries or ... Class B CDL license with hazmat and tanker endorsements preferred. * Ability to pass DOT physical ...

DELIVERY DRIVER

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Delivery Driver- Require to drive your own Cargo / Sprinter Van EMPLOYER: Mashin, Inc. DEPARTMENT ... Accident Emergency Treatment Benefit * Paid Time Off

DELIVERY DRIVER

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Delivery Driver- Require to drive your own Cargo / Sprinter Van EMPLOYER: Mashin, Inc. DEPARTMENT ... Accident Emergency Treatment Benefit * Paid Time Off

Delivery Driver

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

Emergency Deliveries * Customer Service * Pull and fill tool orders * Maintain tool crib stock ... Must have a valid CA Driver's License and a clean driving record. * Must have a High School diploma ...

Delivery Driver

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$19 - $23.75/hr

Emergency Deliveries * Customer Service * Pull and fill tool orders * Maintain tool crib stock ... Must have a valid CA Driver's License and a clean driving record. * Must have a High School diploma ...

Delivery Driver

Longview, TX · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Reporting to the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, the Delivery Driver position is ... Follows emergency procedures * Keeps store and work area clean and clutter free * Utilizes "team ...

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How much do emergency delivery driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for emergency delivery driver in the United States is $18.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an emergency delivery driver?

Emergency Delivery Drivers are professionals responsible for transporting critical items, such as medical supplies, organs, or essential equipment, often under urgent or time-sensitive conditions. They play a vital role in healthcare and emergency response systems by ensuring that necessary materials reach their destinations quickly and safely. These drivers are trained to navigate challenging routes, work under pressure, and follow strict protocols to maintain the integrity of the items they transport. Their work often supports hospitals, clinics, disaster relief efforts, and other organizations that require immediate delivery services.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an emergency delivery driver?

To thrive as an Emergency Delivery Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a clean driving record, and thorough knowledge of local routes and regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, dispatch software, and vehicle maintenance basics is typically required. Strong decision-making, stress management, and time-management skills are essential for handling urgent deliveries and adapting to unpredictable situations. These skills ensure timely, safe, and reliable transport of critical goods, which is vital in emergency scenarios.

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

Emergency Delivery Drivers often face challenges such as navigating through high-pressure situations, working during unpredictable hours, and adapting to rapidly changing routes or priorities. Managing these challenges involves staying calm under pressure, maintaining strong communication with dispatchers and team members, and being proactive about vehicle maintenance and safety checks. Building familiarity with local routes and investing in time management skills can also help drivers respond more efficiently in urgent scenarios.

What is the difference between Emergency Delivery Driver vs Food Delivery Driver?

AspectEmergency Delivery DriverFood Delivery Driver
CredentialsValid driver’s license, sometimes special permits for urgent deliveriesValid driver’s license, sometimes food handling certifications
Work EnvironmentFast-paced, urgent deliveries often involving emergency services or hospitalsCustomer homes, restaurants, and delivery apps
Employer & IndustryMedical facilities, courier services, emergency responseRestaurants, food delivery platforms, gig economy

Emergency Delivery Drivers focus on urgent, time-sensitive deliveries often related to medical or emergency needs, requiring quick response and sometimes special permits. Food Delivery Drivers handle non-urgent food orders, primarily working within the gig economy. Both roles involve driving and customer interaction but differ significantly in urgency and industry focus.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Delivery Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,383 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Traveling Delivery Driver Class A

Elgin, IL • On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Operate a heavy-duty delivery vehicle to deliver petroleum products to customers in a timely and accurate manner.

  • Perform pre and post trip inspections on delivery vehicles and report any issues or malfunctions.

  • Follow all DOT regulations, protocols, and safety standards while making deliveries and interacting with customers.


Job description

Description:

SUMMARY:

Primary duties include operating a heavy-duty delivery vehicle at facilities as needed throughout the region. Delivering petroleum products to customers in a timely and efficient manner. This is a floating driver position that will be required to travel and work between multiple facilities for an extended time as necessary.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. The Company reserves the right to add to, delete, change or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time. All work is to be completed with minimum supervision and in accordance with Company standards. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Responsible for the complete, safe and accurate delivery of petroleum products to customers in the delivery area.
  • Possess and maintain a Class A CDL. Must have HAZMAT and tanker endorsements.
  • Must pass a pre-employment DOT physical and drug screen and will be subject to random drug testing throughout the duration of their employment.
  • Requires some overnight/out-of-state driving to pick-up/source product from vendors or other PL locations.
  • Plays a major Customer Service role and honor customer requests such as cleaning tanks, offering ancillary products, placing products in a specified location, etc.
  • Understands customer emergency needs and plays a major role in the emergency delivery service offering. Required to make emergency deliveries as needed. These requests may occur at any time throughout a seven-day workweek. May require work on evenings or weekends as business demands.
  • Interacts positively with customers in all segments of a business. Required to always act both professionally and personably.
  • Follows all DOT regulations and protocols.
  • Maintains regular communication with internal business partners on route updates and delivery changes.
  • Performs pre and post trip inspections on all vehicles operated to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. Reports any issues or malfunctions to Branch and Fleet leadership.
Requirements:

COMPETENCY:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Has the ability to safely and efficiently maneuver a truck on the roadways and highways.
  • Has basic math skills including: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  • Possesses excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
  • Has an ability to follow GPS route instructions.
  • Must be able to operate smartphone or handheld electronic device.
  • Must be able to operate all delivery vehicle types at a location.

Travel:

Ability to travel up to 100% of the time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to perform with minimal or no supervision.
  • Must be able to sit, climb, bend, stand for extended periods of time, etc.
  • Must be able to bend, squat, reach, and climb small ladders.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • HS Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Minimum 1 year Class A driving experience required.

LANGUAGE ABILITY:

Ability to read technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups or managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATH ABILITY:

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

  • Experience working in an ERP environment is desirable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is will come with intermittent exposure to machinery, tools, or equipment found in standard shop environments..

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

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