New:Part-Time Delivery Driver(West Haven)
Role Based in West Haven
Fast Facts
- Experience: Some prior experience preferred.
- Company: Costco
- This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
- Earn extra cash with a stable local employer.
- Job Title: Delivery Driver (Flexible Hours in West Haven)
- Based in: West Haven, CT
- Benefits: Flexible scheduling available.
- Earnings: $20-$27/Hour (approx. $25.1k/Year)
- Urgency: Immediate start available in West Haven.
- This West Haven-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Costco team in West Haven, CT is growing.
- Benefit from working in West Haven, a key hub for the Logistics industry.
Delivery Driver
About Costco
Costco operates a large network of membership warehouses providing bulk goods and services. The organization employs thousands of logistics professionals globally. When you embark on a career in delivery driver jobs with Costco, you are joining you are joining a collaborative distribution team that prioritizes safety compliance, mutual accountability, and operational efficiency during every single shift.
Job Summary
As a Delivery Driver, you will execute regional delivery routes and transport merchandise safely to commercial and residential destinations. You will collaborate closely with warehouse loaders and dispatchers to maintain strict delivery schedules. You will serve as On-site, delivering the signature Methodical that sets Costco apart in the logistics.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Route Execution: Complete an average of 14 daily stops using electronic logging devices and GPS routing tools while maintaining a 98 percent on-time delivery rate.
- Vehicle Inspection: Conduct pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections on commercial box trucks exceeding 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight rating.
- Cargo Handling: Load and secure pallets utilizing manual pallet jacks and hydraulic lift gates to prevent freight damage during transit.
- Documentation: Process customer signatures and electronic proof of delivery using proprietary handheld scanning hardware for 100 percent of assigned manifests.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
The organization provides comprehensive compensation and support programs to ensure the well-being of all driving personnel.
- Salary: $22.50–$29.75 per hour
- Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans become effective on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
- Retirement Plans: Employer-sponsored 401(k) program with matching contributions up to 5 percent of eligible earnings.
- Paid Time Off: Accrual of 15 paid days off annually in addition to 8 designated corporate holidays.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Possession of a valid Commercial Driver License appropriate for the assigned vehicle classification.
- Minimum of 24 months of verifiable commercial driving experience operating heavy transport vehicles.
- Clean motor vehicle record with zero major moving violations in the past 36 months.
- Ability to lift and move freight weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Delivery Driver position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $20 - $27. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within West Haven.
Where is this Delivery Driver job located?
This position is based in West Haven, CT. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in West Haven.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
Costco typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this West Haven position.
What benefits does Costco offer for this position?
Costco provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.
What does a typical day look like as a Delivery Driver?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an Costco delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the West Haven area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
