Driver

Multnomah County•Portland, OR

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you an active, customer-focused driver who thrives on variety, teamwork, and keeps things moving smoothly behind the scenes? As a Driver with Multnomah County’s Distribution Services team, you play a vital role as an ambassador of service. You will oversee the pickup, delivery, and sorting of essential goods—including paper, records, medical items, and mail—across various County locations. Using a mix of fixed and dispatched routes, you'll collaborate with fellow drivers to optimize route efficiency and provide top-notch service to our community. If you enjoy hands-on work, active problem-solving, and making a tangible impact every day, we welcome your application!

Requirements

High school diploma or the equivalent.
Demonstrated experience in a role requiring strong customer service, clear communication with diverse colleagues and public partners.
Lifts, carries, and moves items weighing up to 50 lbs. throughout the workday.
Remains in a seated position for prolonged periods while operating delivery vehicles or equipment.
Positions self to perform repetitive physical tasks, including bending, stooping, reaching, and carrying items.
Safely operates delivery vehicles (such as vans, box trucks, or similar) and material-handling equipment.
Candidates are required to pass multiple criminal background checks, including fingerprinting through the CJIS systems.
A valid driver's license and a safe driving record to operate County motorized vehicles.
A REQUIRED cover letter must explain how you meet the physical demands of the job and describe your customer service experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Google Suite
Experience with distribution and shipping
3 years of demonstrated customer service experience
Demonstrated ability to adapt to change

Responsibilities

Safely operate various motor vehicles and material handling equipment to pick up, deliver, and sort items across County facilities (e.g., mail, medical/dental items, archives, e-waste, and equipment).
Partner with team members to adjust routes for optimal efficiency, handle customer requests, and coordinate vehicle maintenance with Fleet Services.
Determine appropriate mail classes and operate postage metering machines to process outgoing domestic and international mail and packages.
Ensure proper account billing and USPS compliance.
Advise internal customers on cost-effective postage classes and mail design.
Assist in supply order fulfillment, maintain inventories of operational materials, and support Records Center activities such as retrieving records.