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D&K LLC

New Albany, IN (In Person)

$39,520 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/19/2026

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Job Description

NOW HIRING - SAMPLE ROUTE DRIVERPLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE APPLYINGSCHEDULE
Monday -
Friday Start Time:
4:30 PM SHARP This is a time-sensitive route. Drivers are expected to arrive and begin on time every scheduled day.
Estimated Route Time:
Approximately 2.5-3 hours daily
Estimated Finish Time :
Approximately 7:00 PM - 7:30
PM PAY Starting Pay:
$270 per week
Performance Increase:
Pay increases to $300 per week after 6 months of good performance, reliability, and consistency.
Pay Schedule :
Weekly pay every Friday after initial payroll lag period.
IMPORTANT - 1099 CONTRACT POSITION
This is a 1099 independent contractor role. Drivers use their own vehicle and are responsible for:
  • Gas
  • Insurance
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Registration
  • All vehicle-related expenses
VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants MUST:
  • Own a gas-efficient vehicle
  • Vehicle must average at least 30 MPG or better
  • 35+ MPG preferred
  • Prius-type vehicles strongly preferred
  • Have valid insurance
  • Have current/up-to-date registration
DO NOT APPLY IF
  • Your vehicle does not get at least 30 MPG
  • You do not have insurance
  • Your registration is not current
ROUTE DETAILS
This route involves picking up small veterinary samples from clinics. Examples include :
  • Urine samples
  • Stool samples
  • Small blood samples
  • Other small sealed sample containers/bags This is a
VERY LIGHT
workload . No heavy lifting involved. Most clinic stops are only 5-15 minutes apart.
ROUTE AREA
Around the New Albany, Indiana area
  • Some Louisville, Kentucky pickups
  • Samples are then delivered to a local hub
COVERAGE RESPONSIBILITY
This is NOT a casual fill-in position. Once assigned the route, the driver is fully responsible for making sure the route is completed every scheduled day.
This includes:
  • Sickness
  • Emergencies
  • Family issues
  • Personal appointments
  • Vacations The route must still be covered.
Drivers are
STRONGLY
encouraged to have a reliable backup driver available if needed.
BACKUP DRIVER POLICY
If you use a backup driver, YOU are responsible for paying them directly. We only pay the primary contracted driver assigned to the route. Any payment arrangement between the primary driver and their backup driver is strictly between those parties.
PAYROLL LAG EXPLANATION
This route operates on a payroll lag system. Your first week worked will be paid on the Tuesday of your third week.
This allows time for:
  • Onboarding
  • Processing
  • Route verification
  • Payroll setup
Example :
Week 1 Worked → Paid Tuesday of Week 3 After initial setup, drivers are then paid weekly every Friday.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for dependable, punctual, professional drivers with:
  • Reliable transportation
  • Strong communication
  • Consistency
  • Responsibility
  • Professionalism
  • The ability to manage and fully cover an assigned route
Job Types:
Part-time, Contract Pay:
$18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 13 - 15 per week Application Question(s): Do you understand this is a 1099 independent contractor position and NOT a W-2 employee position?
  • Yes
  • No Do you understand you will be using your own vehicle and are responsible for your own gas, insurance, maintenance, and vehicle expenses?
  • Yes
  • No What type of vehicle do you currently drive Do you currently have valid vehicle insurance?
  • Yes
  • No it will be checked Do you understand this route starts at 4:30 PM SHARP Monday through Friday and is time-sensitive?
Do you understand this route takes approximately 2.5-3 hours daily? Do you understand this position starts at $270 per week and may increase to $300 per week after 6 months of good performance and reliability? Do you understand that once assigned the route, you are fully responsible for making sure the route is covered every scheduled day? In the event of sickness, emergencies, or needing a day off, do you understand that you are responsible for arranging your own backup coverage? Do you understand that if you use a backup driver, YOU are responsible for paying them directly? We only pay you. Do you understand that payments are sent through Venmo or Cash App only, and if you do not currently have one, you must be willing to set one up in order to receive payment? Do you understand that this position operates on a payroll lag system, meaning the first week you work will be paid on the Tuesday of your third week, and after the initial lag period you will then be paid weekly every Friday thereafter. Why would you be a great hire for this role?
Work Location:
On the road

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