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How much do transportation delivery jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for transportation delivery in the United States is $20.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Transportation Delivery vs Courier?

AspectTransportation DeliveryCourier
CredentialsDriver's license, sometimes commercial licenseDriver's license, often courier-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentTrucks, vans, warehouses, distribution centersSmall vehicles, urban and suburban areas, direct customer contact
Employer & IndustryLogistics companies, retail, manufacturingCourier services, express delivery companies
Common Search & ComparisonTransportation Delivery vs Courier

Transportation Delivery involves moving goods over longer distances using trucks or vans, often for logistics companies or retailers. Couriers typically focus on quick, local deliveries using smaller vehicles, directly to customers. While both roles require driving licenses and involve delivery tasks, Transportation Delivery emphasizes bulk and scheduled shipments, whereas Couriers prioritize speed and customer interaction.

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Infographic showing various Transportation Delivery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,891 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Transportation Delivery Driver

Newington, NH • On-site

Dead River Company
Oil and Gas Extraction • 1 - 5K employees

$23 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago


Dead River Company rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Join Our Team - Find Your Future!

$23.00 to $35.00 an Hour Depending on Experience

Position Summary:

Safely, efficiently, and courteously transports petroleum products to company operations and commercial accounts to assure a high level of customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions:

  1. Performs a vehicle inspection check of the transport vehicle on a daily basis reporting any items needing repair to dispatch.
  2. Safely and timely loads truck, drives to delivery destination, and makes delivery according to federal and state regulations and company policy.
  3. Utilizes computerized technology according to company policy.
  4. Maintains a neat personal appearance including a clean uniform.
  5. Promotes good customer relations and a high standard of corporate image. This is achieved by maintaining clean trucks, and safe, courteous driving.
  6. Maintains a clean and organized truck stocked with appropriate tools, fittings, and safety equipment.
  7. Reports all accidents, spills, or wrong deliveries to the dispatcher.

Highly Competitive Compensation and Industry Leading Benefits- Paid weekly!

  • Health Insurance – Premiums as low as $6.41 for full time employees!
  • Dental insurance and Vision Insurance
  • Company Provided Life insurance, Short-term and Long-Term disability
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement for employees and Scholarships and grant for employee’s children
  • Discounts on our products and services
  • Work uniform and, boot and prescriptions safety glasses allowance
  • Paid Training at our State-of-the-art institute
  • Opportunity for growth!
  • Opportunities at Several Locations in MA, ME, NH, and VT

Other Tasks:

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Experience:

Delivery drivers must be at least 21 years of age. Previous truck driving experience is preferred.

Other Attributes Required:

This position requires dependability, commitment to exceptional customer service, ability to work independently, and the desire to work as part of a team Education A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Certification and Testing:

  • Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker and hazardous materials endorsement is required.
  • CETP training and certification is required to transport propane.
  • All transport drivers must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical.
  • All transport drivers are subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Contacts:

Drivers frequently deal with customers and other employees (dispatchers, service technicians, other drivers, and office personnel).

Decisions Made:

The driver makes decisions regarding route planning and whether to make a delivery based on safety issues and weather concerns. Other decisions are made with input from appropriate dispatch personnel.

Safety and Liability Considerations:

Safety considerations relate to safe operation of the transport truck and the safe and accurate transfer of petroleum products from the vehicle to the appropriate tank. Any accidents, spills, overfills, or wrong deliveries are immediately reported to the employee’s supervisor. Equipment Used Tractor and trailer, hose/nozzle, loading rack, wrenches, safety equipment (glasses, gloves, hard hat, shovel, speedy dry), and chock blocks.

Technology Used:

Drivers receive training in the use of an IPad that is used to track most aspects of product delivery and DOT regulations.

Work Environment:

Approximately 60%-80% of the time is spent driving the transport vehicle in all weather conditions. The remainder of the time is spent unloading and offloading product. Temperatures can vary from below zero to above 90 degrees, depending on the time of year. Since the job involves the delivery of liquid petroleum products there is exposure to fumes from these products. There is exposure to moderate truck and pump noise and vibration while driving.

Physical Requirements Analysis:

  • The position requires frequent sitting, occasional walking, and standing.
  • There is occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing.
  • There is frequent use of the hands/arms to reach, feel, handle, pull or lift.
  • There is frequent communication involving both talking and listening.

Weight or Force Moved:

Drivers must be able to pull a delivery hose (a weight of up to 75 lbs. - up to 75 feet an average of 2-5 times daily).


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