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Hire delivery drivers for local runs

To hire delivery drivers, post the pickup area, the number of stops, the vehicle you need and the hours. Local drivers typically charge $20 to $35 an hour, more with their own van. GigList ranks drivers near you who are free on your dates.

Where

Budget band and a ranked shortlist of real profiles. No account needed.

Delivery driver loading parcels into a small van

Typical rate for delivery drivers

$20 to $35

per hour, US market range

Close to your pickup

Drivers ranked by distance from your address.

Right vehicle

Car, bike, cargo bike or van, stated in the gig.

Peak days covered

Fill busy weeks without hiring full time.

What delivery drivers typically charge

Typical market ranges in the US. Your budget depends on city, date, experience and scope.

Rate card

Typical rate for delivery drivers

$20 to $35

per hour, US market range

All Delivery gigs on GigList: $20 to $40 per hour.

Driver with own car

$20 to $30 per hour

Small parcels and food

Driver with own van

$30 to $45 per hour

Bulky items and more stops

Bike or cargo bike courier

$18 to $28 per hour

Dense city centers

Single local run

$15 to $60 per run

Depends on distance and size

Typical market ranges, not quotes. Set your own budget in the gig builder and see the suggested range for your city.

The shift sheet to put in your gig

Everything delivery drivers needs to say yes to the shift, on one card.

Paste it into the gig builder. Matching uses the date, the hours and the city to rank who is free and close.

Shift sheet

Driver
  1. 01 Pickup address area and delivery zone
  2. 02 Number of stops and parcel size
  3. 03 Vehicle type and who supplies it
  4. 04 Dates, start time and expected end time
  5. 05 Proof of delivery you need
  6. 06 Rate per hour or per run, and fuel or mileage terms

How to hire delivery drivers on GigList

From post to confirmed driver in four steps.

  1. 1

    Describe the route

    Pickup area, number of stops, distance and time windows.

  2. 2

    Name the vehicle

    Say what fits your parcels and whether you supply a vehicle.

  3. 3

    Pick nearby drivers

    The shortlist shows drivers close to your pickup and free on your dates.

  4. 4

    Share stop lists

    Send the stop list and contact numbers in messages before the shift.

Screening questions to ask

Add these to your gig. Every applicant answers before you talk.

  • Q1 Which vehicle do you have and how much fits?
  • Q2 Do you hold a valid license and insurance for deliveries?
  • Q3 How many stops per hour did you do on your last route?
  • Q4 Are you free for all the dates in this gig?

Local help beyond delivery

Need hands on site after the drop? Hire event staff for setup. Browse the delivery and local categories for similar gigs.

Questions

Common questions

Still unsure? Write to [email protected].

Delivery driver loading parcels into a small van

How much do delivery drivers cost?
Local drivers typically charge $20 to $35 an hour, $30 to $45 with their own van, or $15 to $60 for a single run.

Can I hire drivers for one busy week?
Yes. Post a gig with the dates and seats you need, and fill it with drivers who live close.

Who pays for fuel?
Agree it in the gig. Many drivers include fuel in the hourly rate, others add mileage.

Are there fees when I hire delivery drivers on GigList?
No. Your plan covers every gig you post in the billing period. There is no fee per hire, and the driver keeps the full rate you agree.

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