Courier (Part Time) - Laboratories

LE002 Onterris Payroll, LLC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Onterris in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Part-Time Courier to ensure safe, timely transport of environmental samples and materials between client sites, labs, and facilities. The role emphasizes compliance with regulations and detailed documentation.

Responsibilities include delivering samples, maintaining logs and chain-of-custody, and upholding safety policies. Ideal candidates have a valid license, ability to lift 25–50 lbs, and strong organizational skills, with preferred experience in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and documentation.
• Preferred: experience in environmental services or regulated transport; DOT/HAZMAT knowledge (training may be provided).

Responsibilities

• Transport environmental samples and materials between client sites and labs according to schedules.
• Maintain travel logs and chain-of-custody forms.
• Follow all regulations for hazardous materials (if applicable) and safety policies.
• Communicate delays or changes with clients and colleagues.
• Operate and maintain company vehicles and cooling/storage equipment.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Time management

Organization

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Attention to detail and documentation

DOT/HAZMAT knowledge (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

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 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.

More Information

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.

Employee Testimonials

“Working with inspiring coworkers and clients across the globe over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Their passion motivates me to improve our client experience and work that I deliver.” - Erin Peck, Emissions Services

“There are not many places where a toxicologist can be boots‑on‑the‑ground at an environmental emergency one day and deep in a human health risk assessment or litigation the next, but this company is one of them, and honestly, that breadth is what makes me love the work. We are a team of scientists with a broad range of talents and experiences who genuinely take the mission to heart, because protecting people and communities from chemical hazards is not abstract here; it is exactly why we show up every day. The culture reflects that shared commitment in the best way: collaborative, rigorous, and truly motivated by the impact we make together.” - Andre Richardson, Consulting

“I knew my position here would be more than just a job. Every day is a new, exciting challenge to solve, and I get to go home knowing that the work I am doing is having a positive impact on the world.” - J Esteves, R&D