Courier
Ellis Medicine•Schenectady, NY
•Hybrid
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of the Purchasing Manager, the Courier is responsible for delivery and pick up services between the Hospital and outside entities.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Maintain a clean driving record
- Ability to read maps and or follow street directions
- Should be able to lift/move 50 lbs. from floor to table and move 250 lbs. on wheels.
- Must be able to perform tasks that require hand-eye, and/or body coordination, such as loading and pushing carts, and driving a motor vehicle.
- Should be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations, such as using a keyboard, writing, filing for extended periods of time, and performing tasks that require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers.
- Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period time, in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance.
- Communication requirements include the ability to comprehend the spoken English language, in addition to being able to communicate and read the English language.
Responsibilities
- Collects items for delivery form various areas of the Hospital, including (but not limited to) Computer Services, Mailroom, Purchasing.
- Assures van/car is filled with fuel.
- Checks logbooks in mailroom and with Purchasing for unscheduled stops.
- Adjusts schedule as needed.
- Plans route to maximize efficiency and resource utilization.
- Uses and documents petty cash and charge cards as indicated.
- Documentation is returned to Purchasing Manager.
- Communicates with Purchasing for schedule revisions, including emergencies.
- Maintains courier vehicle including routine maintenance, vehicle documentation including registration and inspections.
- Unexpected repairs to be addressed with Purchasing Manager.
- At the end of each work day, vehicle keys, cell phone and other Hospital owned equipment and or supplies are to be returned.
- Assists in stockroom, mailroom and linen room as requested.
- Train new employees. All details of the job are properly explained and demonstrated.
- Provides guidance and reinforcement to new employees regarding procedures and department policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
