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Independent Contractor Route Delivery Drivers – Morehead City, NC
EEC Logistics is Hiring – 6 Openings Available
Location: Morehead City, NC
Position: 1099 Independent Contractor Delivery Driver
Pay: Biweekly
Vehicle Required: White or Gray | Sprinter or Cargo Van
Experience: Previous professional delivery experience required
About the Opportunity:
EEC Logistics is expanding our delivery operations in Morehead City, NC and we are looking for 6 dependable Independent Contractor Delivery Drivers to support a major national retail delivery program.
Drivers will complete last-mile delivery routes from the Jacksonville area, delivering retail packages and merchandise directly to customers.
Routes may require approximately 8-9 hours to complete, depending on the route and vehicle assignment.
Driver Responsibilities:
Depending on the assigned route, you may be responsible for:
- Sorting and organizing packages
- Scanning packages
- Loading packages into your vehicle
- Following an assigned delivery route
- Delivering packages safely and on time
- Obtaining electronic proof of delivery
- Providing professional customer service
- Communicating with dispatch and operations
This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position — NOT a W-2 employee position.
Vehicle Requirements
You must own or have reliable daily access to your own qualifying vehicle.
Accepted vehicles:
- Cargo Van - Grey or White
- Sprinter Van - Grey or White
Your vehicle must be:
- Reliable and mechanically sound
- Clean and professional
- Properly registered
- Properly insured
- Large enough for the assigned route
Insurance Requirements:
Drivers must maintain the required:
- Automobile insurance
- Cargo insurance
You must be able to provide current proof of insurance during the onboarding process.
Driver Requirements:
To be considered, you must:
- Have previous professional delivery experience
- Have a valid driver's license
- Have access to a qualifying vehicle
- Maintain required auto and cargo insurance
- Have a satisfactory driving record
- Pass required background and motor vehicle screenings
- Have a smartphone with reliable cellular service
- Be comfortable using a mobile delivery application
- Be able to use GPS/navigation
- Be able to scan packages and complete electronic proof of delivery
- Be able to safely lift, load, unload, and transport packages
- Be dependable and punctual
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Communicate professionally with dispatch
- Provide excellent customer service
- Follow all safety and client procedures
Previous delivery experience is required. This is NOT an entry-level position.
1099 Independent Contractor:
As an Independent Contractor, you are responsible for your own business-related expenses, including:
- Fuel
- Vehicle maintenance
- Automobile insurance
- Cargo insurance
- Mobile phone/service
- Applicable taxes
- Other expenses related to operating as an independent contractor
Independent Contractors are responsible for managing their own tax obligations.
Compensation:
Drivers are paid based on their assigned route and established contractor compensation structure.
Payments are made biweekly.
Route-specific compensation and additional operational details will be provided to qualified applicants during the onboarding process.
Important Information:
We are currently filling 6 driver openings in Morehead City, NC.
Please apply only if you:
- Have a qualifying vehicle
- Have previous professional delivery experience
- Have or can obtain the required cargo insurance
- Are available for consistent route work
- Can meet all onboarding and compliance requirements
- Can reliably service assigned routes
Submitting an application does not guarantee placement.
Applicants will be evaluated based on experience, qualifications, vehicle type, availability, service area, driving history, insurance compliance, and current route needs.
How to Apply
You must complete the online driver application in full to be considered.
Due to the expected volume of applicants:
PLEASE DO NOT CALL OUR OFFICE ABOUT THIS POSITION.
We will not accept phone inquiries regarding application status, route availability, compensation, or this position.
Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the EEC Logistics team regarding the next steps.
Work Location: On the road