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Retail

Light Truck or Delivery Services Drivers

Drive a light vehicle, such as a truck or van, with a capacity of less than 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), primarily to pick up merchandise or packages from a distribution center and deliver. May load and unload vehicle.

Annual openings

2,291

Median wage

$48,410

Typical education

High school (GED)

Growth 2026–2032

+11%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Career requirements

What does this career require?

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Typical education

High school (GED)

Credential requirement

No certification is required or expected for this job. However, having a driver's licenses is required and a good driving record is important.

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerNo
  • OutdoorsYes
  • With your handsYes

Interests it draws on

  • Transportation
  • Local Delivery

Automation exposure

High exposure

Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.

A typical day

  1. Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
  2. Report any mechanical problems encountered with vehicles.
  3. Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
  4. Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.
  5. Read maps and follow written or verbal geographic directions.
  6. Load and unload trucks, vans, or automobiles.
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