Night-Shift Lab Courier: Safe, Timely Sample Delivery

Certified Group; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Group is seeking a Courier I to safely pick up and deliver food and environmental samples to and from laboratory facilities. The courier will support sample integrity, maintain chain-of-custody, and provide excellent customer service using routing and delivery apps. Schedule is Monday-Friday, 11:00pm-4:30am.

Requires a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and comfort with mobile tech. Prior courier or delivery experience and lab safety familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of professional courier, delivery, or transportation experience preferred.
• Current, valid driver’s license issued in the state of operation.
• Clean driving record with no DUIs or major moving violations within the past 5 years.
• Comfortable using mobile technology, navigation systems, and delivery apps.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethic.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory operations preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a company vehicle to transport food and environmental samples between customer locations and laboratory facilities.
• Ensure all samples are delivered on time and in proper condition while maintaining required chain-of-custody documentation.
• Use the company’s routing and driving mobile application to receive assignments, follow delivery routes, log stops, upload photos, and communicate with dispatch.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service during pick‑up and delivery interactions.
• Follow all company policies and applicable state and federal driving regulations.
• Report accidents, incidents, or vehicle issues according to company procedures.
• Assist with routine vehicle checks to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Coordinate with laboratory staff regarding sample schedules and priorities.
• Complete assigned FDA collections and required photo documentation for warehouse or freezer samples.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment.
• Participate in team initiatives and support departmental goals.
• Complete all required training and adhere to company safety standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Organization

Reliability and Dependability

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Accuracy

Basic technology proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years courier/delivery/transport experience

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Laboratory safety familiarity

Job description

Certified Group is seeking a Courier I to safely pick up and deliver food and environmental samples to and from laboratory facilities. The courier will support sample integrity, maintain chain-of-custody, and provide excellent customer service using routing and delivery apps. Schedule is Monday-Friday, 11:00pm-4:30am.

Requires a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and comfort with mobile tech. Prior courier or delivery experience and lab safety familiarity are a plus.