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Instacart Shopper - Delivery Driver

Burlington, VT, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

flexible schedule
weekly pay
Instant Cashout option
Potential for tips
special earnings promotions

Job Description

Instacart is a leading technology-driven grocery delivery and pick-up service headquartered in the United States. Founded to transform the way people access their favorite foods, Instacart partners with various retail stores to enable convenient and efficient shopping experiences through its innovative platform. The company operates as a full-service shopper marketplace, where contractors help fulfill orders by shopping and delivering groceries to customers' doors. This role is perfect for individuals seeking flexible work, allowing them to create their schedules and earn income quickly.

The Full-Service Shopper position at Instacart offers an excellent opportunity for people who want to work independently while providing an essential service to communities. Full-Service Shoppers receive orders through the Instacart app, shop for grocery items at nearby stores, and deliver those orders directly to customers. This dual role involves both shopping accuracy and timely delivery skills, creating a seamless experience for the end customer.

Instacart values diversity and inclusion and offers equal opportunities to all independent contractors irrespective of gender, race, veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law. The company is committed to providing flexible, seasonal, temporary, part-time, weekday, weekend, and after-school work options, making this role accessible to a wide range of individuals including students, retirees, and anyone in need of supplemental or primary income.

As a Full-Service Shopper, you benefit from a flexible schedule that lets you work as much or as little as you want. You can start earning quickly, with weekly payments and options for instant cash out. There is also the potential to earn additional income through tips and special promotional earnings that Instacart periodically offers. This position requires consistent access to a vehicle and a recent smartphone to use the shopper app efficiently. The role is suitable for people aged 18 and above, with the minimum age being 21 for alcohol delivery.

The job is home-based in the sense that you select your work hours and locations but requires active travel to stores and customers within your area. It's ideal for those who prefer independent work settings without fixed shifts, as well as for those looking to supplement their income with a reliable and repeatable task. Instacart also complies with Fair Chance ordinances for specific cities, ensuring fair hiring practices for all applicants.

This role serves a vital function in helping communities access fresh and necessary groceries amid busy lifestyles or for those unable to shop in person. With Instacart's user-friendly app and comprehensive support, Full-Service Shoppers play a key part in the company's mission to simplify everyday shopping while empowering contractors with flexible earning opportunities.

Job Requirements

  • 18+ years old
  • 21+ to deliver alcohol
  • eligible to work in the United States
  • consistent access to a vehicle
  • possession of a recent smartphone
  • ability to pass background check where applicable
  • reliable internet connection
  • valid driver's license and insurance if driving

Job Qualifications

  • 18 years or older
  • 21 years or older to deliver alcohol
  • eligible to work in the United States
  • ability to use a recent smartphone and download the Instacart Shopper app
  • good knowledge of local store locations and products
  • customer service experience preferred but not required
  • dependable and self-motivated with strong time management skills

Job Duties

  • receive and accept grocery orders through the Instacart Shopper app
  • shop for groceries accurately and efficiently at stores in your area
  • deliver orders directly to customers' doorsteps
  • manage timely and friendly customer interactions during delivery
  • maintain compliance with local and company safety and quality standards
  • track and report order issues or discrepancies to Instacart support
  • optimize routes to maximize earning potential and reduce delivery times

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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