Casual Courier

DHL Express; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401K with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

DHL Express is hiring an on-call Courier to pick up and deliver time-sensitive documents and packages, following standard procedures and safety requirements. You will drive to customer sites, navigate routes, operate a scanner, and maintain punctual, secure deliveries across weather and traffic conditions.

Ideal candidates have a valid driver’s license, 21+ age, excellent customer service, and the ability to read maps and understand delivery areas.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets Driving Privileges standards.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Map reading skills and knowledge of delivery area preferred.
• Previous professional driving experience, preferably in a delivery role.
• Candidate must pass pre-employment background, drug and medical physical screening.

Responsibilities

• Under tight deadlines, drives vehicle to customer sites, climbs in and out of vehicle, and walks up and down stairs as required to pick up and deliver documents and packages to and from customers according to established procedures, in all weather conditions.
• Picks up, handles and delivers time sensitive documents and packages in a safe and punctual manner considering traffic patterns, alternative routes, traffic regulations, and driving conditions in order to meet customer and DHL time requirements.
• Ensures all delivery material received is safely delivered to correct consignee.
• Operates a scanner to record shipping and package information for documents/packages picked up or delivered.
• Maintains good work habits, including reporting to work on time and adhering to standard work and safety procedures.
• Reports any suspected breach of security or unusual happenings to supervisor immediately.
• May assist supervisor in orienting, training, assigning and checking the work of lower level courier.
• May assist supervisor in performing check rides to review performance and the proper use of routes and practices.

Skills

Driver's License

Customer Service

Delivery Experience

Map Reading

Background Check

21+ Age

Job description

What makes DHL great?Our People! We know each employee’s individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world.

Distinguished as No. 1 World’s Best Workplace™ by Great Place to Work and Fortune Magazine.

DHL Express is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment – to our business, to each other and to our global communities. DHL is dedicated to being a great place to work. In addition to competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy a range of programs, services and benefits that bring the best to their personal lives.

Start YOUR career with DHL today…

We are currently hiring on callCourier. As aCourier you would follow standard company procedures and safety requirements to pick up and deliver time sensitive materials in a timely and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under tight deadlines, drives vehicle to customer sites, climbs in and out of vehicle, and walks up and down stairs as required to pick up and deliver documents and packages to and from customers according to established procedures, in all weather conditions
• Picks up, handles and delivers time sensitive documents and packages in a safe and punctual manner considering traffic patterns, alternative routes, traffic regulations, and driving conditions in order to meet customer and DHL time requirements
• Ensures all delivery material received is safely delivered to correct consignee
• Operates a scanner to record shipping and package information for documents/packages picked up or delivered
• Maintains good work habits, including reporting to work on time and adhering to standard work and safety procedures
• Reports any suspected breach of security or unusual happenings to supervisor immediately
• May assist supervisor in orienting, training, assigning and checking the work of lower level courier
• May assist supervisor in performing check rides to review performance and the proper use of routes and practices

Skills & Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets Driving Privileges standards
• Must be 21+ years old
• Excellent customer service skills
• Map reading skills and knowledge of delivery area preferred
• Previous professional driving experience, preferably in a delivery role
• Candidate must pass pre-employment background, drug and medical physical screening

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to seventy (70) lbs occasionally
• Must be able to lift forty (40) lbs frequently
• Must be able to walk, climb stairs, reach overhead, squat, bend, kneel, stoop and crouch repeatedly

Employee Benefits & Incentives

• Competitive Pay
• Bonus/Incentive Programs
• Retirement Savings – 401K with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, well-being programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off – Starting at 4 Weeks (PT/FT)
• Paid Leave
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance & Work Life Program
• Outstanding training opportunities

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job