Cargo Van/Medical Courier driver

A family-owned same-day delivery company with over 50 years of experience is seeking an experienced, professional Cargo Van/Medical Courier Driver to join our growing team.  

The primary role as a cargo van driver will be to pick up, transport, and deliver a variety of time-sensitive shipments safely and efficiently while maintaining professionalism and excellent customer service.

In addition to the cargo van driver role, you will also be asked to serve as a medical courier as the need arises.  As one of our couriers, you will be responsible for picking up and delivering medical specimens along a designated route throughout the tri-state area and transporting them to a hospital in New York City.

Applicants must have at least one year of courier/delivery experience and a reasonable knowledge of the tri-state area. In both roles, you will serve as a front-line representative to our clients and play a key role in maintaining the trust our customers place in our services.

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Core Duties

• Pick up, transport, and deliver time-sensitive shipments throughout New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Operate a cargo van or other non-commercial company vehicle throughout the workday on local roads, highways, and city streets in varying traffic and weather conditions.
• Complete scheduled and on-demand deliveries in accordance with dispatch instructions, client requirements, and delivery deadlines.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload freight carefully to prevent damage, loss, or delay.
• Perform inside pickups and deliveries when required by the client or delivery location.
• Maintain accurate delivery records, and proof of pickup and delivery documentation.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, clients, and receiving personnel regarding route status, delays, delivery issues, and special instructions.
• Inspect vehicles before and after shifts and promptly report maintenance, safety, or operational concerns.
• Demonstrate safe, defensive, and courteous driving behavior at all times.
• Present a professional image to clients and the public through appearance, communication, and customer service.
  
  

Medical Courier Duties

• Serve as a medical courier as needed to support designated specimen and hospital delivery routes.
• Pick up, transport, and deliver laboratory specimens, medical records, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and other sensitive materials in a timely and secure manner.
• Follow all company and client procedures related to specimen handling, chain of custody, confidentiality, and time-sensitive medical deliveries.
• Ensure all medical deliveries are handled with accuracy, care, and discretion.
• Transport medical items along designated routes throughout the tri-state area, including deliveries to hospitals in New York City.
  
  

Qualifications and Expectations

• At least one year of courier or delivery driving experience required.
• Reasonable working knowledge of the tri-state area, including New York City, required.
• Ability and willingness to make inside deliveries when necessary.
• Have no physical restrictions in being able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work independently, stay on schedule, and adapt to changing delivery needs.
• Strong commitment to punctuality, professionalism, safety, and customer service.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program

Shift:

Dayshift and/or midday shift

Work Days:

Monday to Friday

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Courier: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)

There will be early start hours and overtime. If you think you have the credentials and want to join our team of dedicated drivers, reply to set up an appointment for an interview. Include your resume and salary requirements. Please be sure to provide your phone number when replying.