Courier
ALS · Stratford, CT · 2 wk ago
Management$19/hrFull-time
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. Our purpose and values-driven team empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive while solving some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.
About the role
The primary purpose of this position is to transport environmental samples and bottle orders between clients and lab locations.
- Provide ALS clients with all necessary sampling activities, sample pick-ups and drop-offs.
- Store all samples in a cooler with ice and deliver to ALS Sample Receiving.
- Provide an accurate and completed chain of custody record of any sample in your possession.
- Convey any ALS client requests or concerns to the Field Services Supervisor or appropriate Customer Service Representative.
- Maintain routine vehicle maintenance, including fluid checks and/or replacements, exterior and interior cleaning of company vehicle.
- Ensure compliance with field service sampling plan, assigned SOP’s, QA manual and ALS Client Service Manual.
- Professional appearance and conduct to both ALS staff and clients.
- This position will include some bottle prep as part of the daily responsibilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Current Driver’s license with clean driving record.
- Ability to operate company vehicle.
- Knows the region and able to read maps.
- Able to take ownership for meeting goals and objectives; willing to be accountable for own decisions, and willing to give 100%.
- Look for new ways to accomplish objectives.
- English verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with clients, staff and management.
- Multi-tasked, organized, detail oriented, and possesses problem solving capabilities; will have good time management capabilities.
- Self-motivated and self-directed; able to work independently.
- Possible travel to additional labs in other areas.
- High School education.
- Interest in Science helpful but not required.
- 1+ years working as a Courier, driver, messenger, or related position.
Physical Demands
- Able to speak and hear clearly while communicating with co-workers, Department team members, management, and clients.
- Able to lift to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis (may request and use a dolly for situations requiring heavy loads).
- Able to sit, drive, and walk for 100% of an 8-hour day.
- Must be able to drive and get in and out of vehicle.
- Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate vehicle, computer and other equipment.
- Must have average vision and able to see to read reports and operate vehicle, office equipment.
Benefits
- Structured wage increases.
- Comprehensive benefit package (including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks).
- Additional vacation days for years of service.
- Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
- Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more).
Pay
$19/hr
Schedule
Full-time, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm