Delivery Helper

Workstream; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Express, Inc. is hiring delivery helpers to work with our drivers across the Chicagoland area. Starting pay is $20/hour with paid overtime; expect 40–45 hours per week, 8 am start, 6:30 pm end, with shifts 7 days a week.

You will carry packages, assist loading, and communicate with customers. Must be 18+, pass background check and E-Verify, and be comfortable using handheld devices. Weekday and weekend flexibility is required; you will split your time between delivering (90%) and the

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to pass a background check and E-Verify.
• Be comfortable using electronic handheld devices.

Responsibilities

• Safety-minded and dependable team player.
• Spend 90% of your shift delivering and 10% of your shift in the warehouse.
• Weekday and weekend flexibility required.
• Lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis and maneuver products up to 150 pounds, using a handcart.
• Very frequently, you will need to carry items up flights of stairs.
• Move packages off racks and load into van for shipment.
• Stand, squat, kneel, bend/twist neck and waist - frequently.
• Use hands repetitively and power/grasp - constantly.
• Push, pull and reach above and below shoulder level – constantly.
• Be an effective communicator with management, co-workers, and customers alike.

Job description

Immediate Openings for Helpers in Chicago - Niles!

Northwest Express, Inc. is looking for delivery helpers to work as a team with our amazing delivery drivers. Our delivery routes are in the best areas of Chicago!

Are you reliable and organized? Do you enjoy working with a variety of people? Are you looking for a fast-paced job where no two days are the same? If this describes you, we'd love to talk with you! Starting pay for this position is $20/hour with PAID OVERTIME!

Helper Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to pass a background check and E-Verify.
• Be comfortable using electronic handheld devices.

Helper Requirements:

• Safety-minded and dependable team player
• Spend 90% of your shift delivering and 10% of your shift in the warehouse.
• Weekday and weekend flexibility required.
• Lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis and maneuver products up to 150 pounds, using a handcart.
• Very frequently, you will need to carry items up flights of stairs.
• Move packages off racks and load into van for shipment.
• Stand, squat, kneel, bend/twist neck and waist - frequently.
• Use hands repetitively and power/simple grasp - constantly.
• Push, pull and reach above and below shoulder level – constantly.
• Be an effective communicator with management, co-workers, and customers alike.

What to Expect:

The average work week is 4-5 shifts, 10-11 hours long, approximately 40-45 hours a week. The typical start time is 8 am and a typical end of shift is 6:30 pm, but it may vary depending on delivery needs and location. Shifts are available 7 days a week.

Northwest Express and Summit Delivery Company are Contracted Service Providers for FedEx in the Chicagoland area. We are hiring experienced Drivers as our 4 locations: Niles, McCook, Carol Stream, and Chicago South Loop.