Delivery Driver Jobs in Rhode Island

A Delivery Driver in the transportation industry is responsible for transporting goods from distribution centers to businesses, residences or other designated locations. They are in charge of ensuring that deliveries are made in a timely manner, keeping accurate records of deliveries, and providing excellent customer service to customers or clients. They generally load and unload goods, inspect and maintain the delivery vehicle, follow driving regulations and safety standards. Additionally, they might be required to report any incidents they encounter while making a delivery to a supervisor.

Before becoming a Delivery Driver, one might have roles such as a Warehouse Associate, where they would gain experience in handling goods, or a Customer Service Representative, where they would learn how to interact with clients effectively. In terms of skills, Delivery Drivers should have excellent driving skills, physical stamina, time management skills, customer service skills, and the ability to work independently. They should also be detail-oriented to maintain accurate records. They should possess a valid driver's license, and in some cases, they may need special certifications depending on what they are transporting - for instance, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for transporting large quantities of goods or hazardous materials.

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Delivery Driver(03938) -5951 Post Rd, N.Kingstown

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 18 hours ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 18 hours ago

ADVANCEMENT Many of our team members began their careers as delivery drivers and today are successful Domino's franchise owners....

Delivery Driver

  • Foster, RI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Foster, RI
  • 18 hours ago

How you will make contributions that matter: We are seeking an experience Driver with excellent interpersonal skills to join our team as a Delivery Driver at our Store in Foster....

Route Driver NonCDL

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 4 days ago

About Us: Schedule: Mon-Fri; some Saturdays. 4am start 8-9 hour shifts; Hourly Pay of $24.60 Stericycle is a U.S. based business-to-business services company and leading provider of...

Furniture Delivery Driver (Non-CDL)

  • Cranston, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 4 days ago

The Furniture Delivery Driver will make furniture deliveries to customers with a focus on timeliness and customer service. Exciting Benefits of a W.B....

Pizza Delivery drivers

  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

looking for a responsible pizza delivery drivers who looking to make good money, and wants to work.starting ASAP. Late shift...

Independent Delivery Driver

  • Providence, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 6 days ago

Immediate availability! OMARKET LLC is seeking professional, quality focused, reliable independent contractor drivers in Rhode Island for local, regional deliveries with companys cargo at 18$/h...

Auto Parts Delivery Driver (Part-Time)

  • North Providence, RI
  • 8 days ago
  • North Providence, RI
  • 8 days ago

Our commercial delivery driver position is responsible for the delivery of parts to our commercial customers....

Delivery Driver (Full-Time)

  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 12 days ago
  • South Kingstown, RI
  • 12 days ago

Our commercial delivery driver position is responsible for the delivery of parts to our commercial customers....

Cdl B Local Delivery Driver Needed!

  • West Greenwich, RI
  • 13 days ago
  • West Greenwich, RI
  • 13 days ago

CDL B DRIVER NEEDED IN WEST GREENWICH,RI! IMMEDIATE BENEFITS-WEEKLY PAY-TEMP TO HIRE! MONDAY-FRIDAY 3RD SHIFT 1130PM-1030AM WEEKLY GUARANTEE $1,324- DRIVER WILL BE DELIVERING AUTO FREIGHT -...

Part Time Delivery Drivers 2 to 3 Days Per Week (Cranston) compensation: 16.00 hr employment type: job title: Part Time Delivery Drivers 2 to 3 Days Per Week Part time drivers wanted....

Weekend Delivery Drivers Wanted

  • Providence, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 15 days ago

Weekend Delivery Drivers Wanted (Providence) Silver Lake Pizza Pocasset ave compensation: 8/hr plus tips employment type: job title: Delivery Driver Looking for delivery drivers in Providence for Fri-Sun...

Fuel oil delivery driver

  • Providence, RI
  • 19 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 19 days ago

Fuel oil delivery driver (Providence) Henry Oil Co., Inc. compensation: To be determined by experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Fuel oil delivery driver, serviceman Fuel...

Local Fuel Delivery Driver

  • Hopkinton, RI
  • 19 days ago
  • Hopkinton, RI
  • 19 days ago

Local Fuel Delivery Driver Hope Valley, Hopkinton, RI 02832, USA Req #3416 Thursday, April 10, 2025 The Local Fuel Delivery Driver is responsible for the safe and timely delivery of propane to our customers...

NonCDL Route Driver

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 19 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 19 days ago

Title: NonCDL Route Driver Requisition Id: 38323 Job Function: Field Services Operations Career Area: Drivers Work Location: RWCS Woonsocket, RI About Us: Stericycle is now part of WM!!! To learn...

Delivery Driver(03912) - 2757 Post Road - All Shifts!

  • Warwick, RI
  • 27 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 27 days ago

Here's what you'll be up to as our awesome Delivery Driver: Zoom around town, delivering deliciousness to hungry customers (cape optional, but encouraged!)...

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

Moving to Rhode Island? Find some basic demographic data about Rhode Island below.


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Salary for Delivery Driver Jobs in Rhode Island

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Delivery Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Delivery Drivers in Rhode Island offer the following education background
High School or GED
31.9%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.3%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Master's Degree
9.0%
Some College
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Delivery Drivers in Rhode Island
None
39.3%
1-2 years
31.7%
Less than 1 year
29.0%



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