Delivery Tech - West Columbia, SC

Accendra Health, Inc.; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Accendra Health, Inc. is seeking a Delivery Technician to deliver, set up, and pick up durable medical equipment (DME) at patient homes. You will educate patients on equipment use and ensure safe operation while providing exceptional customer service.

At Accendra Health, you will join a small, supportive team with clear on-call expectations, a stable schedule, and opportunities for growth. Valid driver's license and ability to lift 50 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience needed; entry level possible.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Comfort entering patients’ homes and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely lift, carry, and maneuver equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. during daily deliveries and set-ups.
• Deliver, set up, and pick up DME and supplies inside patient homes.
• Provide clear, compassionate instruction on equipment use to patients.
• Deliver high-quality customer service and support for life-sustaining equipment needs.
• Load and unload equipment from the delivery vehicle and perform routine vehicle checks.

Skills

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Dependability

Comfort entering patient homes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver Training Program

Job description

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve. With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials. If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life

About the Role

The Delivery Technician delivers, sets up, and picks up durable medical equipment (DME) in patient homes. You will educate patients on basic equipment use and ensure safe operation while providing high‑quality customer service.

Why This Delivery Technician Role Is Different

This role plays a critical part in supporting patient safety, comfort, and independence. At our Portsmouth branch, you’ll join a small, supportive, tight‑knit team where you’re known, valued, and trusted. You’re not just dropping off equipment; you’re providing essential support to patients in their homes.

Key Highlights

• Smaller branch with close teamwork and strong support
• Most techs take their trucks home based on route and schedule
• Clear on‑call expectations with transparent rotation
• Hands‑on role with mechanical and patient‑facing responsibilities
• Stable schedule with flexibility
• Safe Driver Bonus eligible

Schedule Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

On‑Call Transparency

• On‑call rotation every other week
• Rotation runs Monday–Sunday
• Paid an on‑call stipend
• Paid from the moment you leave home for a call
• Overtime paid if on‑call causes over 40 hours in the week
• Most callouts occur Saturday night and Sunday daytime

Travel Requirements

• Service radius up to 1.5 hours from the branch
• Most technicians take their trucks home unless they are unable

Salary Range

$20.00–$22.00 per hour Pay varies based on experience, skills, and location Eligible for Safe Driver Bonus

What You’ll Do

• Safely lift, carry, and maneuver equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. as part of daily deliveries and set‑ups
• Deliver, set up, and pick up DME and supplies inside patient homes
• Provide clear, compassionate, professional instruction on equipment use
• Offer a high level of customer service and support to patients who may rely on this equipment for life‑sustaining needs
• Load and unload equipment from the delivery vehicle
• Respond to emergency delivery requests when needed
• Complete delivery logs, pickup forms, and vehicle documentation accurately
• Maintain supply components in patient profiles
• Assist with equipment cleaning and minor repairs
• Perform routine vehicle checks
• Support additional duties as assigned

Required

• Ability to lift, carry and maneuver equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. as part of daily deliveries and set‑ups
• High school diploma or equivalent
• No experience required!
• 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license
• Completion of Apria’s Driver Training Program
• English reading, writing, and speaking skills

Top Attributes for Success

• Willingness to learn
• Dependability
• Adaptability
• Strong customer service and bedside manner
• Mechanical aptitude
• Comfort entering patient homes

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You make a meaningful impact on patients' lives

Supportive small‑team environment

Transparent and hands‑on leadership

Predictable schedule with some flexibility

Training and development opportunities

Independent work with strong team support

Teammate Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic life insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• Accident insurance
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Domestic partner benefits
• Mental, physical, and financial well‑being programs

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

#AccendraHealth At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve. With more than 6,000 teammates across a nationwide network of over 250 service locations across our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, we have the reach and expertise to make home‑based care work better for everyone. If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities ‑ from remote‑friendly to hybrid and in‑person roles ‑ and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life