Delivery drivers are saviors, whether fast food such as pizza or something you bought during an online shopping spree. No matter the weather condition, they are out there making sure that everyone gets their package or food promptly. Most are working by themselves, so when they have a big box to deliver, it can be a bit difficult to move. And if there is more than one, and the weather is terrible, they may need to make several trips between your front door and their delivery truck.
Not all delivery drivers are paid a fair amount, especially those who deliver food from fast-food joints. So they rely a lot on tips they receive from customers. However, if they get someone who is cranky, not feeling generous, is short on cash, or just doesn’t believe in giving out tips for whatever reason, they may get left short-handed in the end. Not only that, but they also have to deal with some crazy and extraordinary situations. Whatever the reason for their unforgettable deliveries, these people have shared their stories with all of you.
23. They ‘bear-ly’ made that delivery.
“I used to deliver Edible Arrangements. One time I was at a house in your average northeastern suburban neighborhood. I went to the door with the arrangement but didn’t get an answer. The customer’s car pulls in the driveway, and so I hang up the phone and wave. As they roll down their window, I start to say, “Oh, hi! I have a delivery for you.” The customer said, “I don’t want to alarm you, but there’s a bear right behind you.” I turned around, and not three feet away was a young bear. (It was bigger than a cub, but not yet full-grown) The bear was just sniffing around their bushes. I didn’t know what to do, my legs just turned to jelly, and I froze,” shares WinnifredThadeousPoo.
“So I said to the customer, “What do I do?” She looked at me like I’m crazy and goes “GET IN THE CAR.” In my nervous state, I slam the already-open passenger door and run all the way around. I get in the driver’s seat and lock the doors. The side door to the refrigerated side of my truck was still open. At least I was separated from the bear. The bear didn’t notice me until I slammed the door shut. However, all he did was wander up to the side door and sniff the beautiful fruit arrangements in my truck. He hung out for a few minutes until the customer finally had enough and laid down on their horn until he took off running down the street. There were a few other interesting deliveries from that job, but none turned my legs to jelly-like that bear.”