Courier - Eurofins Environment Testing Southeast - Nashville, TN
About The Position
The Courier picks up and delivers water, soil, and air samples to and from the laboratory while maintaining sample quality, hold-time, and turnaround-time objectives. The role also prepares and delivers bottle orders to clients according to laboratory standard operating procedures; receives and stocks sample-control supplies; prepares and ships sample kits; and performs sampling events as needed. The Courier disposes of samples and hazardous waste according to applicable guidelines and carries out other duties assigned by the department manager. The position involves coordinating with clients, Project Managers, and the courier coordinator; maintaining Chain of Custody and courier records; transporting samples on ice; inspecting samples and deliveries for damage or other issues; and maintaining the delivery vehicle and shipping/receiving area. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates should live within commuting distance of Nashville, Tennessee.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to read maps and follow directions.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
- Ability to prioritize.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
- Professional working proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, and speak in English.
Nice To Haves
- Computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform duties outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures for Couriers.
- Pick up and deliver samples and bottle orders, and report to the laboratory for sign-in and analysis.
- Count samples received from clients, verify that the Chain of Custody matches the samples, and check that samples are not broken or damaged.
- Receive and sign the Chain of Custody, and ensure clients sign, date, and record the time when releasing samples.
- Transport samples on ice between client sites, the laboratory, and subcontracted laboratories.
- Unload samples and inspect them for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.
- Interact professionally with Project Managers and clients.
- Follow directions or use maps to locate client offices and sites specified in courier requests.
- Communicate the courier schedule effectively to the courier coordinator.
- Record arrival and departure times for all pickups and deliveries in the courier log book.
- Maintain vehicle maintenance and mileage records and submit them monthly.
- Restock supplies when received.
- Verify the validity and completeness of bottle orders before leaving for delivery.
- Perform duties in accordance with Section 14 of the Transportation and Fleet Safety of the Corporate Safety Manual and comply with company driver policies.
- Maintain the shipping and receiving area as a safe work environment.
- Prepare outgoing bottle-kit and cooler shipments for pickup.
- Perform on-site sampling events as needed.
- Dispose of samples monthly in accordance with guidelines and Environmental Protection Agency and Environmental Health & Safety requirements.
- Maintain the delivery truck in proper working order.
- Label samples after log-in as needed.
- Perform other sample-control duties assigned by laboratory management.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage.
- Life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off.
- Dental and vision options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
