Now hiring · New York City, NY

Earn US$35–65/hour as a mover or delivery driver in New York City.

VanDeliveryApp connects independent providers in New York City, New York with same-day moving, delivery, and junk-removal jobs in their area. Set your own schedule. Pick the jobs you want. Get paid weekly.

Pay range

US$35–65/h

Schedule

You set it

Type

1099 / contractor

Area

NY

Why drive in New York City?

New York City is one of the most logistically complex places in the world to move or get a delivery done — and that complexity starts the moment you try to double-park on a Midtown Manhattan block or navigate a narrow Bushwick staircase with a sectional sofa. Whether you're relocating from a high-rise in Long Island City to a brownstone in Park Slope, hauling materials to a job site in The Bronx, or picking up a dining table from a Facebook Marketplace seller in Astoria, the city demands a provider who knows how it actually works. VanDeliveryApp connects New York residents and businesses with local independent providers — see each provider's verification badges before you book, delivery drivers, and labor helpers — on demand, same day or scheduled — so you spend less time hunting for a truck and more time focusing on what comes next in one of the busiest cities on earth.

Booking through VanDeliveryApp means you get upfront pricing before anyone shows up, real-time SMS updates, and providers who are familiar with New York City's unique ground rules: building management move-in windows, certificate of insurance (COI) requirements that many co-ops and condos demand before a mover sets foot in the lobby, freight elevator reservations in high-rises, and the difference between a loading dock on West 57th Street and a fire-hydrant-flanked curb in Flushing. Parking permit logistics in residential neighborhoods like the West Village or Carroll Gardens add another layer most out-of-town services fumble. Many providers on the platform carry the insurance documentation many buildings require, and our support team is reachable by SMS if anything changes on move day — because in New York, something always does.

Active job zones

Manhattan · Brooklyn · Queens · The Bronx · Staten Island · Jersey City

What you'll do

  • Pick local moving, delivery, and junk-removal jobs from the marketplace — most are in or around New York City.
  • Set your own hourly rate. We suggest a range, but you decide.
  • Show up with your van, truck, cargo trailer, or pickup. Non-vehicle helpers welcome too.
  • Get paid weekly via direct deposit. Tips are 100% yours.
  • Get badges (Liability Insured, Background Checked, Cargo Insured) that earn you more jobs.

Requirements

  • Live in or near New York City and be 18+.
  • Valid US driver's licence (commercial-auto insurance required for vehicle services).
  • Clean Certn background check — we cover the cost on your first job.
  • Business liability insurance — or willingness to get it before your first booking.
  • A van, truck, cargo trailer, or pickup (optional — helpers without vehicles can still earn).

FAQ — New York City

Do VanDeliveryApp movers in NYC carry a COI (Certificate of Insurance) that buildings require?

Yes — many New York co-ops, condos, and rental buildings require movers to provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the building as an additional insured before allowing any move. Many VanDeliveryApp providers voluntarily carry liability insurance — the Liability Insured badge shows when they do, and you can request COI documentation through the app when booking so your building management has what they need ahead of move day.

Can I get same-day furniture delivery or junk removal in New York City?

Same-day bookings are available across the five boroughs and nearby areas like Jersey City and Long Island City, subject to provider availability. For large items like couches, bed frames, or appliances, it helps to note staircase access, freight elevator availability, and any building move-in time restrictions in your booking details so your provider arrives prepared.

How do movers handle parking in dense NYC neighborhoods like the West Village or Astoria?

Street parking for a moving truck in neighborhoods like the West Village, Astoria, or Carroll Gardens can be genuinely difficult, and in some cases providers may need to use a loading zone or double-park briefly with hazards on. It's worth contacting your building super or checking with your local NYC DOT district office about temporary parking permits if you anticipate a longer move — your VanDeliveryApp provider can advise on what's worked in your specific area.

Ready to start earning in New York City?

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VanDeliveryApp is an online marketplace operated by MBMT Incorporated that connects customers with independent local service providers. Providers are independent local businesses — not MBMT employees.