Courier in Own Cargo Van - KCI

Quicksilver Express Courier, Inc.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Quicksilver Express Courier, Inc. is seeking Couriers in Kansas City to pick up and deliver packages efficiently and safely. Applicants must have a safe driving record, be at least 21 years old, and be able to lift 70 lbs as needed.

This role requires effective communication with customers and dispatch via a smartphone. Candidates should expect to work in various weather conditions while ensuring timely delivery of packages.

Qualifications

• Must be literate and fluent in English.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 7 year proven safe driving record with no more than 1 minor violation in 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Pickup and delivery of packages in a timely manner.
• Operate motor vehicle safely and legally.
• Maintain communication with customers and dispatch.

Skills

Safe driving record

Ability to lift 70 lbs

Communication skills

Education

Fluency in English

Tools

Smartphone

Job description

Job Details: Kansas Office - Kansas City, KS 66103

Courier Job Description

Pickup and delivery of packages of various sizes and weights from customers in many different locations, to be completed in a timely and courteous manner. Ensures all equipment used is in working order and inspected daily. Uses care in moving packages and always works with safety in mind.

Essential Functions

• Possess and maintain valid drivers license with safe driving record.
• Operate motor vehicle in safe and legal manner.
• Start close to home each day.
• Be able to quickly locate specific addresses.
• Be able to communicate and complete assigned tasks via a smartphone application (training provided).
• Hand-load/unload material, as required.
• Walk and climb stairs.
• Have the ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs. regularly, as required.
• Must have sufficient literacy skills to read addresses and specific instructions efficiently, and complete required paperwork.
• Maintain communication and a cooperative, professional relationship with customers, the general public, and fellow Quicksilver employees.

Accountabilities

• Deliver packages safely and in a timely manner.
• Know, understand, and follow all company policies.
• Be available to work assigned and on-call shifts, clearing any changes with supervisory personnel.
• Uniform shirt, jacket, ID badge, black or navy slacks and approved footwear must be worn at all time while on the job.

Supervision

First line supervision is dispatchers/customer service. Additional supervision received from assigned Quicksilver personnel and managers as needed.

Qualifications

• No formal requirements; must be literate and fluent in English.
• No delivery experience required but helpful.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 7 year proven safe driving record. No more than 1 minor moving violation within the last 3 years or DUI/Careless Driving within 5 years.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Must provide current Motor Vehicle Report within last 30 days.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs. as required.
• Walking and climbing stairs.
• Be able to sit in vehicle for extended periods of time and move in and out of vehicle as needed.
• Pass Department of Transportation physical and/or drug and alcohol screen (when required).
• Pass a Work Simulation screening (when required)

Working Conditions

• Most working time spent in vehicle or loading/unloading packages.
• Required to drive safely in all kinds of conditions (adverse weather conditions, traffic, etc.).
• No smoking is allowed on the job. Smoking is not allowed in vehicles.

Equipment Used

• Smartphone dispatch and communication applications (Smart Phone Required)
• 2 or 4 wheeled cart
• Specimen coolers
• Pickup trucks must have a topper that is lockable.

Miscellaneous

Our drivers carry, 100, 300, 50 limits, Quicksilver listed as Additional Insured.

Two 25x12 water-based decals will be affixed to your vehicle doors. Operator License info will also be affixed next to the decals.