Now hiring · Oshawa, ON

Earn CA$45–80/hour as a mover or delivery driver in Oshawa.

VanDeliveryApp connects independent providers in Oshawa, Ontario 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

CA$45–80/h

Schedule

You set it

Type

1099 / contractor

Area

ON

Why drive in Oshawa?

Oshawa sits at the eastern edge of the Greater Toronto Area, anchored by a working-class legacy tied to the auto industry and now growing fast with new subdivisions, a buzzing downtown core, and a large student population from Ontario Tech University and Durham College. Whether you're hauling furniture into a basement apartment near the Oshawa Centre, relocating from a detached home in Northglen, or picking up a sectional you scored on Facebook Marketplace in Lakeview, VanDeliveryApp connects you with a marketplace of independent local providers who show up on time with the right vehicle. The city's mix of older bungalows, townhome complexes, and rapidly expanding north-end neighbourhoods means no two moves are quite alike, and having a platform that matches the right van or truck to your specific load makes a real difference.

Many providers on VanDeliveryApp voluntarily carry liability insurance — the Liability Insured badge appears on each quote, and every booking comes with upfront pricing so there are no surprises when the job wraps up. Same-day bookings are available, and live SMS support keeps you updated from the moment a provider is matched to the minute the last box is carried inside. In Oshawa, that matters for practical reasons: parking on King Street East or Simcoe Street South can be tight, and condo buildings near the waterfront or student housing complexes near the universities often require elevator booking windows and loading-dock coordination. Providers familiar with Durham Region know the difference between a quick curbside drop in Courtice and a full stair-carry into a century home in Downtown Oshawa, and they come prepared for both.

Active job zones

Downtown Oshawa · Lakeview · Eastdale · Northglen · Windfields · Whitby (Durham)

What you'll do

  • Pick local moving, delivery, and junk-removal jobs from the marketplace — most are in or around Oshawa.
  • 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 Oshawa and be 18+.
  • Valid Canadian 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 — Oshawa

Can I book a same-day van or truck for a move within Oshawa?

Yes — same-day availability is built into the platform, so if you need a hand moving out of a rental near Durham College or shifting furniture between two addresses in Eastdale, you can book and be matched quickly. Just enter your pickup and drop-off addresses, choose your vehicle size, and confirm. Availability does vary on peak weekends at the end of the month, so booking a few hours ahead helps.

Do providers know how to handle elevator bookings in Oshawa condo buildings?

Experienced providers on the platform are familiar with the elevator-booking requirements common in Oshawa's condo and apartment buildings, including those near the waterfront in Lakeview and student-heavy complexes close to Ontario Tech. It's a good idea to confirm your building's elevator window before your booking slot so the provider can plan the job around that time. You can add notes about building access directly in the app.

Does VanDeliveryApp cover deliveries between Oshawa and nearby Durham Region communities like Whitby or Courtice?

Absolutely — moves and deliveries that cross Durham Region, including runs between Oshawa, Whitby, and Courtice, are well within the service area. If you've bought appliances in Whitby or need construction materials dropped at a worksite in Courtice, providers can handle that cross-town logistics without you needing a separate booking. The upfront quote covers the full route, so there are no surprise distance charges.

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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.