Drivers for hire in Reading

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    2,253

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills8%
    Driving7%
    Customer Service6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED48%
    Vocational or technical training31%
    Bachelor's degree17%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years50%
    3-5 years20%
    Less than a year10%
  • Current company

    ASDA
    1st Class Logistics
    Amazon Flex
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year38%
    2-5 years38%
    1-2 years25%

Browse Indeed's database of 2,253 profiles for Drivers in Reading

Last updated: 23 Sept 2026

Driver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Reading: £41,854 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £30,569£57,307 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Truck driver DAC 665T truck

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Category C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving LicenceCategory C1 Licence

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsProfessional Driving ExperienceDelivery Driver ExperienceDrivingWarehouse Experience
  • Skilled Labourer

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceCounterbalance Forklift Truck Operation

    Skills

    Time ManagementManual HandlingHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganisational SkillsLogistics
  • CLASS 2 / CLASS 1 DRIVER

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Category C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceCategory CE Licence

    Skills

    Vehicle InspectionsMulti-Drop Delivery DrivingMulti-Drop DrivingDrivingDelivery Driver ExperienceRoute Planning
  • Contractor / Driver

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationCSCS Academically Qualified Person

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsTeam LeadershipTeam ManagementOperations Management
  • Postman/Driver

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    DrivingCommercial DrivingCategory C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesHigh-Pressure Jetting UnitEpic

    Skills

    DrivingCommercial DrivingTankerLuton VanFlatbedTruck Driving
  • HGV Class 2 Driver

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Car up to 3.5 TonnesDriving LicenceCategory CE Licence

    Skills

    LogisticsOrder PickingTruck DrivingDrivingCommercial DrivingForklift

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What's the average time to fill a driver role?

The average time to fill a driver role is 63 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do drivers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a driver include: communication skills, driving and customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for drivers?

Common licenses or certifications for drivers include: Car up to 3 5 Tonnes, Driving Licence and Driving.

What are some job titles related to drivers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to drivers include: skilled labourer, delivery driver and CLASS 2 / CLASS 1 DRIVER.

What level of education is common for a driver?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a driver in Reading, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a driver?

Most drivers have 11 years of professional experience.

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