Delivery Driver Jobs in Canada
DeliveryEase
$18 - $25 HOUR
Burlington, ON
Your attention to detail and outstanding customer service will contribute to our commitment to providing an exceptional experience to our pharmacy partners and customers. As a delivery driver, you’ll be responsible for picking up prescriptions from local pharmacies and delivering to customers' homes, or other locations.
2533541 Ontario Inc. o/a Sonder Logistics
$22 HOUR
Ottawa, ON
Deliver and pick up messages, parcels, and other items by hand, Operate and drive vans and light trucks, deliver packages, Load and unload packages, Use maps and other trip planning aids. Licence: Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles).
ARAMARK Canada
Kingston, ON
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving a company vehicle within an established route or territory and delivering goods and products to various customer locations. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
Velocity Transport
$34.5 - $35.5 HOUR
Limehouse, ON
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned. Document knowledge: Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Accident or incident reports, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).
Logistify Inc.
$38.08 - $39.08 HOUR
BRAMPTON, ON
Review orders, shipping or receiving notices to determine work sequences and material shipping dates, types, volumes, or destinations. Prepare, compile, and submit reports on work activities, operations and oversee expenditures.
01803 - Heidelberg Materials CanadaLtd
$30.91 HOUR
Ottawa, ON
Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level. Safely operate a ready mix truck to deliver concrete products to customers.
01803 - Heidelberg Materials CanadaLtd
$30.16 HOUR
Arnprior, ON
Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level. Safely operate a ready mix truck to deliver concrete products to customers.
01803 - Heidelberg Materials CanadaLtd
$30.91 HOUR
Ottawa, ON
Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level. Safely operate a ready mix truck to deliver concrete products to customers.
Trimac
Ashcroft, BC
Overview: Trimac isn't just a transportation company; it's a powerhouse with a remarkable 80-year legacy safely delivering products that improve people’s lives across North America. Our drivers experience a world of opportunities, from transporting chemicals to handling dry or liquid bulk goods and specialized transportation services.
Delivery Driver Jobs Overview
Our modern world relies on delivery drivers to connect businesses to their suppliers, warehouses, and customers. When we hit that order button online, it’s delivery drivers who bring our takeaway dinner, new sofa, or this season’s latest coat to our door. It’s not just home and office deliveries that drivers take on, all the shops we visit in person also have their goods delivered by dedicated drivers.
Employers usually require applicants for delivery driver jobs to have completed secondary school, but you likely won’t need any higher education. You do, however, need to show that you have a valid driver’s license.
A job as a delivery driver is great for anyone who doesn’t want to work behind a desk. You’ll have plenty of variety in your day travelling to different destinations. It can certainly help if you have a good grasp of your local routes.
To widen your search, you can also look at other transportation jobs on Monster. You might be interested in similar opportunities such as:
Delivery Driver Training and Skills
While on-the-job training is provided, to be considered for a delivery job you usually need to have completed your secondary school diploma. A license for the specific class of vehicle you will be driving is a must, along with one year of safe driving experience.
For some roles, you may be required to have, or be eligible for, a Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification, depending on the type of material you’ll be working with. Employers are also looking for skills like excellent communication, problem-solving ability, and organisation.
Update Your Delivery Driver Resume
Once you’ve decided that a life on the road is for you, it’s time to brush up your resume. Focus on any experience that relates to the skills needed to be a delivery driver, such as punctuality and adherence to safety protocols.
Before you get started, you can check out Monster’s resume tips. These include phrases and buzzwords to avoid, how to write about unrelated experience, and top marketable skills to reference. We also have a delivery driver resume sample that you can use to help shape your own. Standing out from the crowd to catch the eye of a potential employer not only relies on your resume but a top-notch cover letter as well. Luckily, we’ve got plenty of cover letter writing tips to help you get noticed.
Interviewing for Delivery Jobs
Congratulations, you’ve landed an interview! Making sure you’re as prepared as possible for your interview can relieve any nerves and put you in better stead to succeed. Explore Monster’s job interview tips and advice and try practicing your answers to some common interview questions for delivery driver jobs, such as:
- What qualities make you well-suited to be a delivery driver?
- How have you previously handled a delivery going wrong due to a delayed pickup, a traffic jam, or a missing package?
- What delivery-management software have you worked with?
How Much Do Delivery Drivers Get Paid?
Delivery drivers are usually paid by the hour. How much you make depends on where in the country you are and what type of vehicle you’re driving. The median hourly rate for a sales delivery driver in Ontario is $18.38, whereas a light truck delivery driver in Quebec makes on average $21.80 per hour. Find out what you can expect to earn with the Monster Salary Tool.
Learn About Companies You Want to Drive For
Many companies across a variety of industries hire delivery drivers, perhaps you already know some you’re interested in. Explore a range of company profiles to help you decide who might be the right fit for you. You’ll see information about the size of the company, where they’re based, and if they’re hiring right now.
Finding Delivery Driver Jobs on Monster
Ready to get on the road to becoming a delivery driver? Check out the jobs available on this page to find the one that’s right for you. While you’re at it, sign up for a profile so you can easily upload your work experience, save and apply for jobs, and get help for your search.