Courier

BioReference; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

BioReference Laboratories is seeking a dedicated courier to serve as a front-line representative for clients, responsible for pickup and delivery of medical specimens along a defined route.

You will drive a non-commercial vehicle, operate a handheld scanner, perform pre/post-trip inspections, and maintain a professional image while delivering timely, courteous service under varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving history.
• At least 4 years of licensed driving experience.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to determine efficient routing between multiple points.

Responsibilities

• Drive a non-commercial vehicle on various roads and in varying weather.
• Safely transport lab specimens, medical records, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related material in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate safe and courteous driving behavior.
• Operate a hand-held scanning device to accurately track items through the transportation cycle.
• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Safe driving

Route planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary Couriers are our front line representatives to our clients. They are responsible for pickup and delivery of medical 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.

Duties And Responsibilities

Duties may include but are necessarily limited to the following:

• Drive a non-commercial vehicle throughout the shift on various roads and in varying weather conditions
• Safely transport lab specimens, medical records, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related material in a timely manner
• 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 (No violations in the past year, No more than two moving violations in the past 36 months)
• Have at least 4 years of licensed driving experience and possess a valid driver's license issued in the state of residence

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Relevant industry/driving experience
• Ability to determine efficient routing between multiple points

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 55 lbs

BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer