Courier (part-time)

SCI Shared Resources•Westminster, CA

About The Position

The Courier safely operates company-owned vehicles for deliveries and errands and maintains the vehicles. The role transports documents, family mementos, flowers, caskets, and similar items to destinations that may include a family’s residence, a funeral home, airports, care centers, or cemeteries. The Courier may assist with moving caskets and may update software with delivery information. The role also performs office errands and vehicle upkeep, including cleaning and fueling vehicles, reporting operating issues to management, and driving vehicles for repair or inspection. The Courier may assist a Removal Technician with driving or lifting and may take on additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. The position involves indoor and outdoor work in all seasons and weather conditions, substantial local and/or multi-location travel, and travel of up to 80%. Professional dress is required when interacting with families; casual attire is appropriate for vehicle maintenance. Work beyond standard hours may be needed as circumstances arise.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Professional, clear, and effective communication skills.
Ability to contribute to team success.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to push or pull up to 200 pounds.
Ability to perform physical tasks requiring manual dexterity, including paperwork and use of calculators, computers, and phones.
Ability to maintain attention to driving hazards, traffic, and weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of work experience as a courier or driver is strongly preferred.
Basic computer skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

Safely transport and deliver documents, family mementos, flowers, and similar items to their destinations.
Interact courteously and professionally with bereaved family members, show sensitivity, obtain signatures when required, and minimize conversation.
Run office errands, including trips to the post office and to obtain office supplies, food, or similar items.
Transport caskets to airports, care centers, or cemeteries and possibly assist with moving caskets.
Possibly update software with delivery information.
Wash, vacuum, and clean vehicles to keep them presentable.
Fuel vehicles as needed while following safety guidelines and expenditure processes.
Report vehicle engine or operating issues to management.
Drive vehicles for repair or inspection.
Possibly assist a Removal Technician with driving or lifting.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.