Box Truck Jobs in Food Service & Grocery Delivery
Box Truck driving positions in the food service & grocery delivery sector. Pay: $55,000 - $90,000.
Box Truck in Food Service & Grocery Delivery
Food service and grocery delivery trucking is one of the most stable sectors in the industry because people eat every day regardless of the economy. Drivers in this sector deliver to restaurants, hospitals, schools, convenience stores, and grocery chains using refrigerated trailers, dry vans, and multi-temperature trucks. The work is typically local or regional with daily or weekly home time, making it attractive to drivers who want predictable schedules.
Box truck drivers operate straight trucks (non-articulated vehicles with attached cargo boxes) typically ranging from 16 to 26 feet in length. These trucks are the workhorses of last-mile delivery, LTL freight, and local distribution.
Top Food Service & Grocery Delivery Companies
Box Truck Requirements
- • CDL-B license for vehicles over 26,001 pounds GVWR
- • DOT medical card
- • Clean driving record — most carriers check 3-5 years of MVR history
- • Physical ability to handle freight — many box truck jobs require manual loading/unloading
- • Air brake knowledge test if the vehicle has air brakes (most larger box trucks do)
FAQ
What box truck jobs are available in food service & grocery delivery?
Food Service & Grocery Delivery uses box truck trucks for transporting food products and perishables. Common positions include company driver, owner-operator, and dedicated contract.
How much do box truck drivers in food service & grocery delivery make?
Box Truck drivers in the food service & grocery delivery sector earn approximately $55,000 - $90,000. Pay varies by experience, region, and whether you run as a company driver or owner-operator.
What qualifications do I need?
You need a valid CDL-B license and clean MVR. Food Service & Grocery Delivery employers prefer drivers with experience handling box truck loads.