Courier

sci; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SCI in Portland is seeking a reliable Courier to transport documents, mementos, flowers, and related items with care and professionalism. You will interact with families respectfully, obtain signatures when required, and support office errands as needed.

The role requires a valid Oregon driver's license, at least one year in a courier or driving position, basic computer skills, and physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Schedule is Monday to Friday with significant local travel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current state-issued driver license with acceptable driving record.
• At least 1 year of courier or driving experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills are helpful.
• Communicate professionally, clearly, and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Transports and delivers documents, family mementos, flowers, and similar articles safely to destinations including residence or funeral home.
• Courteously interacts with bereaved family members and obtains required signatures.
• Runs office errands such as post office or supplies.
• Transports caskets to airports, care centers, or cemeteries; may assist with moving caskets.
• May update software with delivery information.

Skills

Professional communication

Teamwork/Contribute to Team Success

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Courier

• Transports and delivers documents, family mementos, flowers, and similar articles safely to destination that may include family's residence or funeral home
• Courteously and professionally interacts with bereaved family members; exhibits sensitivity to environment; obtains signatures as requires; minimizes conversation
• Runs office errands such as post office, office supplies, food, or similar
• Transports caskets to airports, care centers, or cemeteries; may assist with moving caskets
• May update software with delivery information.

Vehicle Maintenance

• Washes, vacuums, and cleans vehicles ensuring vehicle is presentable
• Fuels vehicles as necessary; following safety guidelines and expenditure processes
• Identifies vehicle engine or operating issues to management
• Drives vehicles for repair or inspection

Other

• May assist Removal Technician with driving or lifting as needed
• Additional responsibilities as requested or assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

License

• Current state issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Experience

• At least one (1) year work experience as a courier or driver strongly preferred
• Basic computer skills are helpful

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Communicate professionally, clearly, and effectively
• Contribute to Team Success

Work Conditions

Work Environment

• Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions
• Significant amount of local and/or multiple location traveling required
• Professional Dress is required when in contact with families
• Casual attire for vehicle maintenance

Work Postures

• Frequent, continuous periods of time standing, up 2 hours per day
• Sitting continuously for many hours per day, up to 2 hours per day
• Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently

Physical Demands

• Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers and phone usage
• Physical effort requiring attention to driving hazards, traffic, and weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability push/pull up to 200 pounds

Work Hours

• Working beyond "standard" hours as the need arises
• Travel up to 80%

Schedule

• Monday through Friday

Postal Code: 97213

Category (Portal Searching): Administration and Clerical

Job Location: US-OR - Portland