In a nutshell: Postmates, acquired by Uber, offers food delivery to customers. To become a delivery driver, applicants need a bike, scooter, or car, must be
Postmates, acquired by Uber in 2020, offers food delivery to its customers. To become a delivery driver, an applicant must have a bicycle, scooter, or car. In some cities, delivery on foot may also be possible. You can qualify as a Postmates delivery driver if you're at least 19 years old (18 years old for bicycle owners), have a valid driver's license (a government-issued ID for bicycle owners), and have a Social Security number. Are you considering applying or have you already applied with Postmates? Read this helpful guide to check your application status.
After submitting all the driver requirements and passing a background check or screening, Postmates will send an email accepting your driver application, along with instructions on how to get started with Postmates. Just follow the instructions in the email or contact Support for additional assistance.
Another way to determine the status of your application is to sign in to your account. One benefit of logging in to your Postmates account is personalized support, which comes in handy in case you need to contact Postmates regarding your application status. Just visit the website and follow the instructions to sign in.
All applicants must pass a background screening to get accepted with Postmates. So, make sure to have an impeccable driving record, which means no traffic law violations, DUI public records, or traffic accidents. They will also do a background check to ensure you don't have a criminal record. Otherwise, you may not be accepted as a Postmates Driver.
If you don't get the email notification from Postmates and still have questions about your application, get in touch with them directly. To contact Postmates, open the app and go to Contact Us in the Help section. Just tap email to write an email to Postmates. Don't forget to include your personal information so they can quickly check on your request.
Applicants who are denied may also get a notification letting them know they aren't accepted. Postmates may also ask for additional requirements before approving your application. If you don't get everything you need in the email notification or you still have additional questions, it's highly recommended to contact Postmates directly.
When you get approved, you can then start taking deliveries. You have the option to work a few hours in the evening or morning, or weekends only, depending on your schedule. You're basically free to work whenever you like.
Postmates' background check may take about 3-10 days, depending on the number of applicants. They may also get back in touch with you if there are problems with your application. Expect a welcoming kit from Postmates when you get approved as a driver and don't forget to download the app to know how to get started with deliveries. If you have questions about earnings or how to navigate to your destination, just use the Help section in the app. For further inquiries or concerns, don't hesitate to get in touch with Postmates Customer Support.
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