1099 Independent Delivery Driver

1099 Independent Delivery Driver


Company
Lone Star Solutions & Logistics
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Contractor
Posted
4 hours ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter

Job Description
1099 Independent Delivery Driver Opportunity – Houston Galveston County and Brazoria County area.

We are currently seeking reliable and professional independent drivers for package delivery routes in the Houston Galveston County and Brazoria County area.

This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity delivering small packages (typically under 10 lbs) using your own vehicle.

Position Details:

- Pay: $1.50 per stop

- Package Type: Small parcels under 10 lbs

- Areas: Houston Galveston County and Brazoria County area

- Flexible contractor opportunity

- Consistent route availability

Requirements:

- Valid driver’s license

- Reliable vehicle (sedan accepted)

- Active auto insurance

- Smartphone with GPS capability

- Strong communication and reliability

- Delivery experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities:

- Safely and efficiently deliver assigned packages

- Maintain professionalism with customers and dispatch

- Complete routes on time

- Follow delivery procedures and route instructions

This is an independent contractor (1099) position. Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, fuel, and vehicle expenses.

Serious and dependable applicants only.

To apply, please complete our driver application form and submit the required documents with the link below.

https://lonestarsandl.com/careers

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Q What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
Q What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
Q What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
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