Delivery Driver (Cargo Van) – Independent Contractor
Company
Fairmount Global Freight
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
2K–3K a week
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Career.io
Job Description
Position Overview
We are hiring reliable Cargo Van Drivers to handle time-sensitive freight across regional and long-distance routes.
This is a 1099 independent contractor position, offering flexible scheduling and consistent load availability based on your preferences.
Compensation
• Competitive per-mile rates based on route and distance
• Typical weekly gross: $2,000 – $3,000+ depending on miles driven
• Weekly payments
• Additional earnings opportunities for high availability
Responsibilities
• Pick up and deliver freight safely and on time
• Maintain communication with dispatch during active deliveries
• Use a smartphone for load updates and tracking
• Follow all applicable safety and transportation regulations
Scheduling
• Flexible workload based on your availability
• Regional and long-distance routes available
Requirements
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Cargo van (Sprinter, Promaster, Transit, or similar)
• Vehicle model year 2015 or newer
• Minimum cargo space: L 100” / W 50” / H 55”
• Active cargo insurance ($100,000 minimum)
• Commercial auto liability insurance ($1,000,000 CSL)
• Ability to use smartphone apps and basic communication tools
Contact Alex Davis by call or text @ (267) 388-3810
We are hiring reliable Cargo Van Drivers to handle time-sensitive freight across regional and long-distance routes.
This is a 1099 independent contractor position, offering flexible scheduling and consistent load availability based on your preferences.
Compensation
• Competitive per-mile rates based on route and distance
• Typical weekly gross: $2,000 – $3,000+ depending on miles driven
• Weekly payments
• Additional earnings opportunities for high availability
Responsibilities
• Pick up and deliver freight safely and on time
• Maintain communication with dispatch during active deliveries
• Use a smartphone for load updates and tracking
• Follow all applicable safety and transportation regulations
Scheduling
• Flexible workload based on your availability
• Regional and long-distance routes available
Requirements
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Cargo van (Sprinter, Promaster, Transit, or similar)
• Vehicle model year 2015 or newer
• Minimum cargo space: L 100” / W 50” / H 55”
• Active cargo insurance ($100,000 minimum)
• Commercial auto liability insurance ($1,000,000 CSL)
• Ability to use smartphone apps and basic communication tools
Contact Alex Davis by call or text @ (267) 388-3810
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