Contracted Delivery Worker (Route Delivery)
じゅたくはいそういん（るーとはいそう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that contracts with companies or facilities to pick up and deliver cargo on fixed routes.
Description
Contracted delivery workers (route delivery) use fixed routes agreed upon with clients to pick up, sort, and deliver cargo. They drive light vehicles, wagons, small trucks, etc., and handle tasks including invoice checks and loading/unloading. Safe driving and punctuality are required, along with simple customer service at delivery points and reporting/contact in case of abnormalities. For business efficiency, management of delivery schedules and use of navigation devices are necessary.
Future Outlook
While steady demand is expected due to the expansion of the EC market, labor shortages and the introduction of automation and labor-saving technologies are progressing, requiring IT utilization and multi-skilling.
Personality Traits
Good at time management / Patient / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Dispatched Employee / Full-time Employee / Part-time Worker
Career Path
Delivery Staff → Route Leader/Team Leader → Delivery Manager → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to traffic conditions or changes in delivery destinations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is important to prevent misdeliveries or invoice errors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for loading/unloading cargo and long hours of driving. |
| Planning & Organization | Efficient delivery schedule management is necessary. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure stress such as punctuality and traffic jams. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Tasks are routine and no new ideas are required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantity calculations are simple and no specialized analysis is needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Regular Route Delivery Worker
- Route Driver
Related Jobs
- Delivery Assistant
- General Cargo Truck Driver
- Parcel Delivery Driver