(Ames)Part-Time:Driver Opportunity
Ames Opportunity: Driver Opportunity
Quick Facts
- OPPORTUNITY: Earn extra income as a Driver Opportunity
- Team: Shipt (Ames Branch)
- Worksite: Ames Area
- Ames needs reliable people like you.
- Start earning quickly with Shipt.
Compensation
- Pay Rate: $15-$20/hr ($18.00/hr)
- Perks: Fast-paced environment.
- Highlight: Earn Cash on Your Schedule in Ames.
Shipt is owned by Target and offers same-day delivery for groceries and household essentials to its members. As a Shipt Shopper, you get paid to shop for and then deliver these essentials to customers. The app walks you through every step in the delivery and drop-off process.
Why deliver with Shipt:
- Earn up to $22 per hour on average
- Available in 5,000+ U.S. cities
- Minimum payment requirement of $16 in many markets
- Keep 100% of tips
- Get paid weekly via direct deposit
- Set your own schedule and choose orders that fit your day
Requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license, registration, and insurance
- Reliable vehicle (no age restriction unlike Uber Eats)
- Pass background check
- Smartphone with reliable data plan
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Driver Opportunity position pay at Shipt?
This role offers a pay range of $15 - $20. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Ames.
Where is this Driver Opportunity job located?
This position is based in Ames, IA. Shipt has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Ames.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
Shipt typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Ames 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.
Does Shipt pay weekly for this role?
Shipt offers weekly pay options for eligible associates. Your pay schedule will be confirmed during the onboarding process at the Ames facility.
What does a typical day look like as a Driver Opportunity?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an Shipt delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Ames area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
