Job Description
Couriers are our front line representatives to our clients. They are responsible for delivery and pickup of specimens from clients along a specific route. Their professionalism,
courtesy, and customer service skills along with excellent driving ability are essential to our
ability to service our clients every day. We are currently looking for couriers to deliver anywhere within our coverage areas which includes; the 5 boroughs. You will be delivering emergency packages as well as non emergency packages. Eco friendly hybrid vehicle preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
- Drive a non-commercial vehicle throughout the shift on various roads and in varying weather
- conditions
- Safely transport medicinal and related material in a timely manor
- Demonstrate safe and courteous driving behavior
- Operate a hand-held scanning device to accurately track items through the transportation cycle
- Strictly observe operating policies procedures and service schedules
- Present a professional image to clients and the public through appearance and interaction
- Conduct pre/post trip vehicle inspections and maintain a clean, neat, and orderly vehicle
Minimum Qualifications
- A valid driver's license and clean driving history
- Have at least 4 years of licensed driving experience
- Basic reading and writing of English language
- A reliable vehicle
- Must have an ezpass
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Relevant industry/driving experience
- Ability to determine efficient routing between multiple points
- * A Fuel Efficient Vehicle is recommended *
Physical Requirements
- Extended periods of driving
- Frequent standing, walking
- Ability to bend, twist, squat, climb stairwells
- Must be able to lift and maneuver a minimum of 75 lbs
