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How much do holiday driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for holiday driver in the United States is $18.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Holiday Driver job?

A Holiday Driver is a seasonal or temporary delivery driver who helps transport packages, mail, or goods during busy holiday periods. They typically work for courier companies, retailers, or logistics firms to ensure timely deliveries. Responsibilities include loading and unloading packages, following delivery routes, and providing excellent customer service. Holiday Drivers often work long hours and may need a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Holiday Driver position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Holiday Driver, you need a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, excellent route navigation skills, and the physical ability to handle packages efficiently. Familiarity with GPS systems, delivery tracking apps, and handheld scanners is usually expected. Strong time management, reliability, and customer service skills help set top performers apart in this role. Together, these abilities ensure timely, safe deliveries and a positive customer experience during high-demand holiday periods.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Holiday Driver during peak season?

As a Holiday Driver, your daily responsibilities usually include loading your vehicle with packages, following assigned delivery routes, delivering parcels to homes and businesses, and obtaining delivery confirmations using electronic scanners. You’ll often interact with customers at their doorsteps, which requires both efficiency and a friendly attitude. The pace can be fast, especially during peak holiday times, and you may be required to work longer shifts or weekends. Teamwork with dispatchers and warehouse staff is extremely important to ensure each delivery run goes smoothly. This role is great for individuals who enjoy independent work, staying active, and contributing to the holiday rush in a meaningful way.

What is the highest paid delivery driver?

The highest paid delivery drivers are often those working for specialized or high-demand sectors, such as luxury vehicle delivery, medical specimen transport, or drivers with extensive experience and certifications. In general, experienced delivery drivers with advanced skills, such as route optimization and vehicle maintenance, can earn higher wages, especially with overtime and tips included.
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Infographic showing various Holiday Driver job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $38,995 per year, or $18.7 per hour.
Holiday Package Courier (WESTFORD)

Holiday Package Courier (WESTFORD)

United Parcel Service

Westford, MA

$145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

UPS rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 2,260 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

21st of 61 rated delivery companies

Job description

Casual Package Delivery Driver

Who exactly are UPS Casual Package Delivery Drivers?

They’re the ones who drive our familiar brown trucks, bringing packages great and small to our customers. They’re a friendly, physically active crew who enjoy fast-paced work, being outdoors, and being behind the wheel!

So, what does it take to make it through a busy shift delivering boxes of all shapes and sizes to homes and businesses in your community and beyond?

  • The ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
  • Valid driver’s license—no CDL required (License type varies by state)
  • Pass the DOT physical
  • Excellent customer service and driving skills
  • Legal right to work in the U.S.
  • Casual package delivery drivers are expected to comply with UPS appearance guidelines and wear the company-provided uniform

Full-time casual package delivery drivers work eight to ten hours per day and workdays can vary (Monday - Friday) or (Tuesday - Saturday) depending on the business needs.

What’s in it for you?

  • Excellent weekly pay
  • Growth opportunities*
  • Extensive training

*This is a seasonal role . A seasonal job is a great place to start at UPS, and it might even lead to a permanent role that offers even more advantages and benefits! Permanent, full-time delivery drivers receive an average total compensation package of $145,000 per year. That includes $0 healthcare premiums, up to seven weeks of paid vacation, plus paid time off for holidays, sick leave and option days. UPS also makes contributions to a defined-benefit pension plan for each employee.

So, what is UPS all about?

Well, you’re probably already familiar with us – we’re the brown trucks delivering everything from diapers, dish towels and holiday gifts, to college care packages and life-saving medicines.

But we’re more than that. We’re also hardworking, efficient package handlers and friendly, focused drivers. We’re professionals working in finance, technology, engineering, marketing, and more. We are building our business ethically, sustainably, and in an environmentally conscientious way. And we are here to deliver what matters—to customers, communities, colleagues, the world, and you and your career. Come work for an award-winning company.

This job posting includes information about the minimum qualifications (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines), locations, shifts, and operations within the locations which may consider my application. An applicant or employee may request an exception or change to, or an accommodation of, any condition of employment (including the UPS Uniform and Personal Appearance Guidelines) because of a sincerely held religious belief or practice.


The base pay for this position is $23.00/hour

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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