Full-time Package Handler - Des Moines, IA

speedeedelivery; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Quarterly Bonuses

Job summary

Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Package Handler in Des Moines, IA to load, unload, and sort freight accurately for quick delivery. The role runs Monday–Friday with a 10:00 PM start and offers overtime opportunities.

The position involves heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs repeatedly, 100 lbs occasionally), scanning labels, and maintaining a clean warehouse. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Efficient time management skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read labels at a fast pace and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Unload packages by hand from fleet vehicles.
• Scan package barcode labels while unloading for tracking purposes.
• Sort each package by zip code, city, or state.
• Stack freight into trailers and routes in a manner to prevent damage and utilize space efficiently.
• Wash fleet vehicles to maintain company image, as needed.
• Perform light custodial duties to maintain a clean and safe warehouse environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Time management

Organization

Label reading

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years we have expanded throughout the Midwest.

Job Summary

The Full-Time Package Handler will load, unload, and sort freight accurately and in a timely manner to ensure quick delivery.

Hours and Wages

• Monday-Friday, 10:00PM Start
• 10-15 hours of overtime expected each week
• Paid OT at time and a half after 40 hours per week
• $18.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience, plus shift differential

Duties and Responsibilities

• Unload packages by hand from fleet vehicles
• Scan package barcode labels while unloading for tracking purposes
• Sort each package by zip code, city, or state
• Stack freight into trailers and routes in a manner to prevent damage and utilize space efficiently
• Wash fleet vehicles to maintain company image, as needed
• Perform light custodial duties to maintain a clean and safe warehouse environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Efficient time management skills
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read labels at a fast pace and work independently

Education and Experience

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, lift, twist, carry, and slide freight
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Ability to spend a minimum of 8 hours on your feet
• Ability to work with all types to freight which include, but are not limited to hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.

EEO and Affiant Statement

Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check.