Courier (Tues-Sat 4:00pm - 12:30am) - Eurofins Environment Testing Northeast - Buffalo, NY

About the role

The Courier is responsible for the pick‑up and delivery of water, soil and air samples to and from the laboratory, maintaining sample quality, hold time and turnaround objectives. Daily routes typically run from Buffalo, NY to Williamsport, PA and back, with approximately 7 hours of driving per day in a company vehicle. The role includes preparing and delivering bottle orders, receiving and stocking sample control supplies, preparing and shipping sample kits, performing on‑site sampling events as needed, disposing of samples and hazardous waste per guidelines, and carrying out any other duties assigned by the department manager.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures for Couriers.
• Pick up and deliver samples, bottle orders and report to the laboratory for sign‑in and analysis.
• Count the number of samples when receiving them from clients to ensure Chain of Custody and samples match.
• Verify that samples are not broken or damaged.
• Receive and sign the Chain of Custody; ensure client signs, dates, and records time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.
• Transport samples on ice from client site to the lab, or from the lab to a sub‑contracted laboratory.
• Unload samples and inspect for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.
• Interact with Project Managers and clients appropriately and professionally.
• Follow directions or use maps to locate client offices/sites as specified in the courier request form.
• Communicate effectively with the courier coordinator about the courier schedule.
• Record in the courier log book the arrival and departure times for all pick‑ups and deliveries.
• Maintain records for vehicle maintenance and driving miles; submit them at the end of each month.
• Restock supplies when received so they are available to employees when needed.
• Verify the validity and completeness of all bottle orders prior to leaving for delivery.
• Perform duties in accordance with Section 14 of the Transportation and Fleet Safety of the Corporate Safety Manual.
• Comply with the Company’s driver policies.
• Maintain the shipping/receiving area to ensure a safe work environment.
• Prepare outgoing shipments of bottle kits and coolers for pick‑up.
• Perform on‑site sampling events as needed.
• Dispose of samples according to guidelines on a monthly basis to remain in compliance with EPA and Environmental Health & Safety requirements.
• Maintain delivery truck to keep it in proper working order.
• Label samples after log in on an as‑needed basis.
• May be assigned other sample control duties as identified by laboratory management.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: None required
• Valid driver’s license
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English (ability to read, write and speak)

Skills

• Reading maps and following directions
• Operating a motor vehicle
• Computer skills preferred
• Ability to prioritize

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Dental and vision options

Pay

Pay range: $17‑20 per hour.

Schedule

Position is Tuesday‑Saturday, 2nd Shift, 4:00 pm‑12:30 am. Training may be on first shift.