Delivery Driver Jobs in Arlington, TX
Delivery driving in Arlington runs from FedEx courier routes out of the station on East Bardin Road to pizza delivery along Cooper Street and Green Oaks Boulevard. Most jobs need only a regular Texas license and a clean record. Here are the current openings, then who is hiring.
Current delivery driver Openings in Arlington, TX
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Delivery Driver Work in Arlington
Arlington's delivery work clusters in two places. Parcel and freight routes run out of south and east Arlington near I-20 and SH 360, where FedEx operates a station at 2251 E. Bardin Road and another just across the line in Grand Prairie on Osler Drive. Restaurant delivery follows the city's main retail roads, from Cooper Street near UT Arlington to the stores on South Cooper and Green Oaks Boulevard in the south.
With no fixed-route bus in the city and most residents driving to work, delivery drivers need their own transportation to reach a station or store. CDL route delivery for food and beverage distributors runs out of Fort Worth and the Great Southwest Industrial District for drivers ready to step up.
Top Arlington Employers Hiring Delivery Drivers
These employers list delivery driver jobs for Arlington-area locations on their own career sites:
- FedEx - the East Bardin Road station hires Courier/DOT drivers, age 21 and up, with more openings at the Grand Prairie station on Osler Drive.
- Pizza Hut - the West Green Oaks Boulevard store hires delivery drivers 18 and older who bring an insured, reliable vehicle.
- Domino's - franchise stores on Cooper Street, South Cooper Street and East Mayfield Road list delivery driver openings.
- Ben E. Keith - the food and beverage distributor hires CDL delivery drivers for route work at its Fort Worth operation.
Delivery Driver Salaries in Arlington
- Entry level: about $17 to $19 an hour for van, parcel and parts delivery; restaurant drivers earn a store wage plus tips.
- Experienced: roughly $20 to $23 an hour for established courier and route drivers.
- CDL route delivery: about $24 to $29 an hour for local CDL route work, with benefits on full-time jobs.
These are estimates. The national median for delivery truck drivers was $21.13 an hour in May 2025 (BLS), and the transportation and material moving average in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington was $24.17. Pay moves with vehicle size, whether a CDL is required, full-time versus part-time hours, and, for restaurant work, tips and mileage.
How to Become a Delivery Driver in Arlington
Most delivery jobs need only a valid Texas driver's license, a clean driving record and the ability to lift packages; restaurant jobs start at 18 with your own insured car, while FedEx courier jobs start at 21 and require a DOT medical exam. A commercial driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety is needed only for vehicles rated over 26,000 pounds or placarded hazardous loads. If you want to move into CDL route work, Tarrant County College offers a CDL Driver track through its Adult Education and Literacy integrated training program, and the Arlington Workforce Center at 2000 E. Lamar Boulevard helps job seekers find training.
What the Job Involves
Delivery drivers load their vehicle, plan stops with a handheld scanner or app, drive the route, and get packages or orders to the door with proof of delivery. Parcel drivers make dozens of stops a shift and lift packages repeatedly; restaurant drivers carry cash or card payments and handle hot food; route drivers may unload, stock and take returns.
Skills Employers Look For
- A valid Texas license and a clean driving record
- Ability to lift 50 pounds or more repeatedly
- Comfort with GPS, scanners and delivery apps
- Time management to finish routes on schedule
- Courteous customer service at the door
- Reliability for evening, weekend and peak-season shifts
Career Path and Advancement
Many Arlington drivers start in restaurant or part-time courier delivery, move to a full-time route with benefits, and then earn a CDL for distributor routes around Fort Worth and the Great Southwest Industrial District. From there the path runs to route supervisor, dispatcher or CDL truck driver.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do delivery drivers make in Arlington?
Van, parcel and parts drivers generally earn about $17 to $23 an hour, and local CDL route drivers about $24 to $29. Restaurant drivers earn a store wage plus tips, so take-home pay depends on the night and the neighborhood.
Do you need a CDL to be a delivery driver in Arlington?
No, not for most jobs. A CDL from Texas DPS is required only for a vehicle rated over 26,000 pounds, a combination with a heavy trailer, or placarded hazardous materials. Parcel vans, cars and light box trucks need only a regular license.
How old do you have to be to deliver in Arlington?
Pizza delivery jobs in Arlington start at 18 with your own insured vehicle. FedEx courier jobs require you to be 21, and any CDL driving across state lines also requires age 21.
Do I need my own car?
For restaurant delivery, yes: Pizza Hut and Domino's both ask for a reliable, insured vehicle. Parcel courier jobs at FedEx put you in a company vehicle, but you still need a way to reach the station, since Arlington has no fixed-route bus.
Is delivery driving physically demanding?
It can be. FedEx courier jobs require lifting 50 pounds, and parcel routes mean getting in and out of the vehicle dozens of times a shift. Restaurant delivery is lighter but runs into late nights and weekends.
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