Delivery Driver

Life Couriers; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Life Couriers in New Jersey seeks a reliable Delivery Driver to load, transport, and deliver items safely and on time. You will maintain delivery logs, follow routes, and communicate changes to keep operations efficient.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and adherence to schedules in a fast-paced logistics environment. Ideal candidates are 21+ with a valid license and a clean driving record; delivery experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid US driver’s license with clean record.
• 1 year delivery experience preferred.
• Must be 21+.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, and deliver items safely and on time.
• Maintain detailed delivery logs and records.
• Follow routes and schedules; communicate changes as needed.
• Ensure vehicle safety and upkeep.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle inquiries.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Route adherence

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Navigation skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld device

Job description

Description

At Life Couriers, we deeply understand and care about life‘s critical moments – to save lives. We are here to deliver the world‘s most time-critical diagnostics and therapies. Wherever logistics can make the biggest difference to a patient‘s life, you‘ll find us first. We aim to be the world‘s foremost group of life sciences logistics experts and we are committed to constantly pushing ourselves and the market towards new solutions for the benefit of patients. Life Couriers offers customized supply chain solutions by integrating specialized logistics services, providing a seamless customer experience. At Life Couriers, our culture is guided by our C.A.R.E. values:

• Customer Excellence – We provide customers with a patient-focused experience, ensuring every delivery supports critical moments in patient care.
• Accountability – We own our actions, conduct, and performance. We learn from our mistakes and are dedicated solution finders, driving the business forward with a patient-first quality emphasis.
• Respect – Our employees are the heart of our success. We are approachable, open, and honest with each other and work collaboratively to achieve shared goals.
• Enthusiasm – We promote a culture of engagement in what we do. We work hard but also value teamwork, knowing it will drive our future growth and help deliver outstanding patient-focused logistics solutions.

A Delivery Driver is responsible for ensuring that the packages are being delivered to the destination safely and timely. Delivery drivers must be able to communicate well with the delivery team for the most convenient routes and assigned schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Loading, transporting, and delivering items to clients or businesses in a safe, timely manner.
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
• Responsible for counting and recording quantities and styles of product delivered and picked up to ensure accurate paperwork for customer transactions.
• Must follow all traffic laws while operating the delivery van and other safety precautions.
• Inspects delivery vehicles and ensures the safety and security of the loading and unloading process.
• Providing excellent customer service, answering questions, and handling complaints from clients.
• Adhering to assigned routes and following time schedules.
• Must clean and provide daily upkeep of delivery vans.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by management.

Work Schedule:

• Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Flexible
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Flexible
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Flexible
• Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Flexible
• Friday: Flexible
• Saturday: Flexible
• Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Flexible

These hours are subject to change based off business needs. Flexibility in availability is essential, as adjustments may be required to meet operational demands. Further information will be discussed during the interviewing process.

Compensation:

$20.00 - $22.00 Per Hour

Requirements

Skills Required:

• Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws.
• Strong time management and customer service skills.
• Keen attention to detail skills.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent navigational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Use handheld device for routing information, customer delivery information.

Travel & Work Conditions:

• Ability to walk, drive, lift, and carry heavy items for extended periods.
• Frequently lifting up to 55 pounds.
• Possible exposure to extreme hot and cold weather elements when outside or driving.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid driver's license with no more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents in the previous 3 years.
• 1 year of delivery experience is preferred, but not required.

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without any type of work authorization or work sponsorship now or in the future.

Safety Sensitive Position:

• Yes

What we offer:

• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance are available to employee on the first of the following month after hire
• 401(k) with match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid and optional Life Insurance
• Optional Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
• Advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization

Life Couriers is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Life Couriers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.