Flexible Gig:Delivery Driver-Package Handler(East Chicago) | Hiring
Local Job Overview: East Chicago
Key Information
- Position: Delivery Driver - Package Handler (Flexible/Contract, East Chicago)
- Hiring Organization: FedEx Ground
- Worksite: East Chicago, IN
- This East Chicago-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our FedEx Ground team in East Chicago, IN is growing.
- Benefit from working in East Chicago, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Pay & Perks
- Pay: $21-$26/Hour (approx. $48.9k/Year)
- Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
- Flexible contract/gig opportunity in East Chicago.
Position Scope
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in a dynamic.
Join our package delivery team as a Delivery Driver running FedEx Ground routes. Drive company-provided step vans and deliver 100-200 packages per day in your assigned territory.
Responsibilities:
- Load van in delivery sequence each morning
- Deliver packages to residential and business addresses
- Obtain signatures for designated packages
- Use scanner device to track all deliveries
- Pick up customer return packages
- Complete daily vehicle inspection reports
Requirements:
- Valid driver's license
- 21+ years of age
- Pass DOT physical and drug test
- Lift 75 lbs and up to 150 lbs with assistance
- 1 year driving experience preferred
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Delivery Driver-Package Handler | Hiring position pay at FedEx Ground?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $26. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within East Chicago.
Where is this Delivery Driver-Package Handler | Hiring job located?
This position is based in East Chicago, IN. FedEx Ground has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in East Chicago.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
FedEx Ground typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this East Chicago position.
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-Package Handler | Hiring?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an FedEx Ground delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the East Chicago area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
What qualifications do I need for this Delivery Driver-Package Handler | Hiring role?
Most Delivery Driver-Package Handler | Hiring positions at FedEx Ground require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
