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Small Transport Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Waste Management

Small Equipment Operator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Job Summary Operates one or two pieces of equipment including but not limited to baler, front-end loader, bobcat, candensifier or forklift to transport or bind paper or other loose materials to ...

Waste Management

Small Equipment Operator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Job Summary Operates one or two pieces of equipment including but not limited to baler, front-end loader, bobcat, candensifier or forklift to transport or bind paper or other loose materials to ...

Waste Management

Small Equipment Operator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Job Summary Operates one or two pieces of equipment including but not limited to baler, front-end loader, bobcat, candensifier or forklift to transport or bind paper or other loose materials to ...

Waste Management

Small Equipment Operator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Job Summary Operates one or two pieces of equipment including but not limited to baler, front-end loader, bobcat, candensifier or forklift to transport or bind paper or other loose materials to ...

Small Batch Creamery

Pastry Chef

Saint Petersburg, FL

$22 - $30/hr

Ice Cream Chef / Artisan Ice Cream Maker Small Batch Creamery - St. Petersburg, Florida Creating ... Reliable transportation * Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays when needed ...

Steve C. Davis, Inc.

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FedEx CDL Truck Driver

Ocala, FL · On-site

$1.3K - $1.9K/wk

Davis, Inc. is a small transportation company based out of the Piedmont/Triad of North Carolina. If you're tired of working for impersonal, larger companies and want a partnership with someone you ...

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What does a typical day look like for someone working in small transport?

A typical day in Small Transport involves planning routes, loading and unloading small packages or parcels, and safely operating a vehicle to make timely deliveries. You’ll regularly interact with customers or businesses, manage documentation such as delivery receipts, and may need to resolve issues on the spot if routes or schedules change. Most roles are independent, but you may also coordinate with dispatchers or other delivery drivers to ensure efficiency. Strong time management and adaptability are key, as traffic patterns and customer requests can vary throughout the day. This role suits those who enjoy a dynamic routine, customer interaction, and working both independently and as part of a logistics team.

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

To excel in a Small Transport role, you typically need a valid driver’s license, safe driving skills, basic vehicle maintenance knowledge, and a clean driving record. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, package tracking software, and commonly used mobile apps for route optimization is important. Reliability, punctuality, strong customer service, and effective communication are stand-out soft skills for this position. These qualifications ensure timely deliveries, customer satisfaction, and safe operation of vehicles in daily transport activities.

What is a small transport?

A Small Transport job typically involves the operation and coordination of small-scale transportation services, such as delivering goods, transporting passengers, or managing local logistics. Responsibilities may include driving vehicles like vans, motorcycles, or small trucks, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining transport records. This role is common in industries like courier services, ride-sharing, and last-mile logistics. Effective communication, time management, and knowledge of local routes are often essential for success in this job.

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Infographic showing various Small Transport job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Transportation Operations Coordinator (HS3), PM - Lakeland

Publix Super Markets, Inc.

Lakeland, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Publix rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 4,672 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 122 rated grocery stores

Job description

  • supporting Transportation operations by processing inbound purchase orders (POs) and assigning them to the appropriate store delivery trip
  • assigning backhaul POs to outbound trips and creating backhaul appointments (vendor to Publix) in a time-sensitive manner to ensure that product is picked up by our Publix drivers in time to make scheduled deliveries into our Publix warehouses
  • reviewing and updating planned driver scheduling
  • reviewing and approving each Transportation Management System (TMS) load consolidation and routing session to validate session content and route accuracy
  • managing and maintaining all department and regulatory compliance related documentation
  • providing support and back-up duties of administrative and system support tasks in the department, including return centers for small Transportation Operation locations
  • editing and verifying all Driver Trip Sheets to ensure information is recorded properly and Publix truck drivers are accurately compensated for their work
  • reviewing the planned daily scheduling of delivery and pickup schedules to identify opportunities such as missing orders, inefficient routes, special delivery needs, temporary road closures, local events, etc.
  • the responsibilities listed on this posting are not intended to be all-inclusive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

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