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Top Earning Jobs That Require a Van

Vanaways
Vanaways
3rd Feb 2023
Top Earning Jobs That Require a Van

Van driver jobs can be a great way to travel and make a decent living in the process. If you’re currently hitting a bit of a roadblock job-wise, or you’re tired of the 9-5 life and are looking for a new career path, life on the road opens up many business opportunities in various fields. If you’re interested in what van driver jobs are available, we’ve compiled a list of the top earning ones to help you reinvigorate your working life.

1. Dog Groomers

With an average income of £22,930, dog grooming is a fantastic career path for van-owning animal lovers. Making your pet grooming service mobile means that you can expand your client-base much further, but it also offers you somewhere convenient to store your equipment and perform your services. Dog groomers must be confident in their ability to handle dogs of all breeds and temperaments and have a good understanding of grooming techniques. They must also have great communication and customer service skills.

2. Couriers

In 2021, there were over 4 billion parcels delivered in the UK alone. With the online shopping market growing bigger each year, it’s never been a better time to pursue a career in delivery driving. With an average starting salary of £23,896, delivery driver jobs require good English and maths skills to keep records of deliveries and expenses; the ability to work to tight schedules and the ability to read maps and plan efficient travel routes.

3. Painters & Decorators

The average British homeowner will redecorate 36 times during their lifetime – with jobs within the home taking 18 days to complete and each task typically leading to three arguments. Thus, becoming a painter and decorator means that you will help to reduce stress amongst homes throughout the nation, all on an average salary of £27,000. Alongside a Construction Skills Certificate Scheme (CSCS) card, which is a requirement when working on most building sites, painters and decorators need to be practical, attentive and have the ability to strictly follow the instructions of a job.

4. Plumbers

Manual professions such as plumbing will never not be in high demand, and although it’s a more high-skill role, the average £34,751 salary is a great payoff. Typical day-to-day plumbing duties might include the installation and repair of domestic appliances and heating systems, as well as conducting emergency call-outs and providing cost estimates to customers. Plumbing requires a good set of GCSEs – with grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) in English, Maths and Science – as well as an industry-recognised qualification. You will also need to have the ability to follow technical drawings and plans, as well as excellent customer service skills.

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Vanaways Reviews

   
Zoe Batchelor

Zoe Batchelor

17 January 2025

"Love the van, Perfect as the spec I ordered, Saving up for the next one, thank you Adrian and Team, Boyd Batchelor, Tillage Nurseries"

Lisa Russell

Lisa Russell

05 August 2024

"Found these guys online and was a little bit wary to buy a new van from someone I hadn't heard of. From the off, the first phone call was professional and gave me all the information that I needed, Theo was great, helpful and I proceeded to order my new van, Paige sorted the paperwork quickly and efficiently and within 10 days I had my new van delivered! The price was very competitive and all parts of the transaction were easy and hassle free, wouldn't hesitate to recommend these guys, Thank you so much for a really good experience."

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Yusuf U. Gadzama

20 August 2024

"I was looking for a good deal on a van online and then came across Van away, at first I was a bit sceptical but later went ahead and bought a Peugeot boxer on an unbeatable price online. The sell team were fantastic all the way and very helpful to say the least. I will highly recommend Van away to anybody that's looking for a van of any kind. Thanks Van Away for your first class service and I will be looking forward to a future deal."

Clare Wood

Clare Wood

19 November 2024

"Just purchased a 2nd van through Vanaways to add to our company fleet. Steve Catley was helpful, communicative and informative all the way through the process. We would definitely use Vanaways again, and would not hesitate to recommend them."

Jay Pee Ay

Jay Pee Ay

05 December 2024

"Paige was outstanding in her responsiveness to what presented as a serious problem for our company. The finance company used by her company caused unnecessary and significant delays in the delivery of our van - the pain of which was mitigated somewhat by Paige's proactive communication, informative and realistic communication and very professional demeanour. I'd recommend her and she meant our view of Vanaways was overall positive."

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