Newspaper Delivery Person - Mineola and Gilmer Routes
The Dallas Morning News, Mineola, TX
Independent newspaper delivery contractor for The Dallas Morning News, covering Mineola and Gilmer routes in Texas. Pay is $775 to $825 per week for overnight routes, seven days a week. The employer says people with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
What the posting says about criminal records
The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.
Last checked Oct 27, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.
Overview
The Dallas Morning News is hiring independent contractors for newspaper delivery routes in the Mineola and Gilmer areas. Contractors pick up papers at a distribution location, load and organize them, and deliver to customers' homes overnight or in the early morning, seven days a week. Routes cover roughly 200 to 215 miles per day, so a dependable vehicle is required. This is a 1099 opportunity, and contractors cover their own vehicle expenses, fuel, taxes, and insurance.
Requirements
- Dependable vehicle suitable for daily route driving
- Valid driver's license and current auto insurance
- Ability to drive approximately 200 to 215 route miles per day
- Reliability, attention to detail, and ability to work independently
- Ability to meet the route's delivery schedule
- Commitment to working 7 days a week
Benefits
- Paid training
Job details
- Location
- Mineola, TX
- Pay
- $775 to $825 per week
- Job type
- Contract
- Industry
- Transportation and Driving
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Drug test
- Not stated