Courier (Part Time) - Laboratories

Onterris; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 51,577,000; Part time

Job summary

Onterris in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Part-Time Courier to ensure safe, timely transport of environmental samples, documents, and equipment between client sites, labs, and company facilities.

The role emphasizes compliance with regulatory standards, chain-of-custody, and proper handling of hazardous materials where applicable; the position offers weekday schedule and competitive hourly pay of $17–$18.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and carry materials (typically 25–50 lbs).
• Strong time-management and organization skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver environmental samples according to established schedules and project needs.
• Be flexible with scheduling and traveling arrangements to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Safely transport equipment, supplies, test kits, and documentation between offices, client sites, and laboratories.
• Maintain accurate travel logs, delivery records, and chain-of-custody forms.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

High school diploma or equivalent

Physical strength

Time management

Procedural documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. "For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As a Part-Time Courier in our Wilmington, NC lab, you’ll be responsible for the safe, timely, and compliant transportation of environmental samples, documents, equipment, and materials between client sites, laboratories, project locations, and company facilities. This role ensures that all deliveries follow regulatory standards and internal protocols related to environmental protection, hazardous materials handling, and chain-of-custody requirements. They may also deliver sampling supplies and perform other tasks in support of meeting the expectations of our clients.

The compensation range for this role is $17.00 to $18.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

Transportation & Delivery

• Pick up and deliver environmental samples (water, soil, air, waste, etc.) according to established schedules and project needs.
• Be flexible with scheduling and traveling arrangements to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Safely transport equipment, supplies, test kits, and documentation between offices, client sites, and laboratories.
• Maintain accurate travel logs, delivery records, and chain-of-custody forms.

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all federal, state, and local transportation regulations, including those related to hazardous materials (if applicable).
• Adhere to company safety policies, PPE requirements, and environmental handling procedures.
• Properly store, secure, and protect samples to preserve integrity and prevent contamination.
• Drivers must inform their supervisor within 3 days if they are ticketed or arrested for driving related offences outside of work, and immediately if the event happens on the job.

Client Service & Communication

• Interact professionally with clients, vendors, lab personnel, and internal staff.
• Communicate delays, issues, or schedule changes promptly.
• Represent the company positively while on the road or visiting client sites.

Vehicle & Equipment Care

• Operate and maintain company vehicles in safe working condition.
• Perform basic inspections (fuel, oil, tire pressure, cleanliness) and report maintenance needs.
• Ensure proper functioning of coolers, temperature control devices, and storage equipment used for sample transport.

Your Expertise And Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

Required

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and carry materials (typically 25–50 lbs).
• Strong time-management and organization skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and documentation requirements.

Preferred

• Experience in environmental services, laboratory work, or regulated transport.
• Knowledge of chain-of-custody procedures.
• Familiarity with DOT/HAZMAT regulations (training may be provided).

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.

• Sitting, standing, and walking. Driving for long periods of time
• Lifting 50 pounds several times a day
• Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
• May be exposed to hot and cold environments
• May occasionally work shifts up to 12 hours in duration

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.