Courier

Department: Operations | Reports to: Department Manager | Location: Buffalo, NY

Schedule

Full-Time: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Non-exempt employees are paid weekly.

On-call: If called in outside the regular schedule, employees are expected to work at least four hours unless otherwise directed.

Pay

Starting salary: $35,360–$39,520 annually, depending on experience.

Shift differential: 2nd shift +$1.00/hour, 3rd shift +$2.00/hour (based on hours worked).

Benefits

Benefits begin on the first day after completing two full months of employment.

About the role

The Transportation Specialist (Courier) plays a key role in supporting daily operations by safely transporting materials, products, and equipment between company locations and customer sites. This position is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining compliance with DOT regulations and company policies, and operating vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles to transport materials, products, and equipment to and from designated locations.
• Follow assigned delivery routes and schedules, adjusting as needed to ensure timely service.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report any vehicle maintenance or safety concerns.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company transportation policies at all times.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload shipments in a safe and efficient manner.
• Communicate with supervisors or dispatch regarding delays, delivery issues, or route changes.
• Provide professional and courteous service when interacting with customers and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate transportation records and prepare required reports.
• Support overall logistics coordination and serve as a reliable point of communication within the team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid NYS driver’s license with a clean driving record (CDL may be required based on vehicle type).
• Minimum of 2 years of professional driving, delivery, or transportation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
• Ability to operate delivery vehicles and basic material handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and time management skills.

Physical Demands

• Work is performed primarily in a driving environment, with time spent entering and exiting vehicles as well as loading and unloading materials at various locations.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, road conditions, noise, and outdoor environments during transport and deliveries.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.