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Want to work close to home?
If you love to drive and also like the idea of working close to where you live, becoming a Local Pick-up and Delivery Driver may be the perfect option for you. Here's everything you need to know about a career that'll get you moving:

What would I do?
Where would I work?
How much would I get paid?
How do I get to be a Local Pick-up and Delivery Driver?
Where would I go from here?
How do I get started?

How much would I get paid?
Local Pick-up and Delivery Drivers are typically paid by the hour or by the load. Your annual salary will be influenced by your location and the size of the company you work for.

Statistics show that:

• most workers earn between $38,941 and $48,941 per year
• the national average salary is $47,040 per year

In addition, some companies may offer performance and safety bonuses, as well as comprehensive benefits packages, including health, dental, retirement, meal allowances and more.

Salary data is from the CernoResearch 2007 Trucking Operations, Compensation and Benefits Report. For more information, please contact CernoResearch at www.cernoresearch.com.

  
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