Box Truck Driver - Elmhurst, IL $20.00

MedSpeed • Elmhurst, IL

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About The Position

MedSpeed is a healthcare logistics company that partners with organizations nationwide to transport medical supplies and specimens. The Medical Driver, also referred to as a Logistics Service Representative (LSR), drives a company-owned box truck to transport lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials. The position is based in Elmhurst, Illinois, and pays $20.00 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. DOT certification is required or must be obtained.

Drivers use a handheld scanning device to track items, follow operating procedures and service schedules, load and unload vehicles, and conduct vehicle inspections. Routes and duties may vary with client and business needs, and drivers must be able to work across assigned routes. MedSpeed provides training through its Blue Shirt Certified program and a company vehicle.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have an active driver’s license held for at least 3 years.
• Must have or be able to obtain DOT certification.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated dependability and reliability.
• Familiarity with technology and ability to adapt to it.
• Demonstrated ability to follow procedures closely.
• Ability to determine efficient routing between multiple points.
• Must pass initial and random drug and alcohol screening.
• Ability to drive a non-commercial vehicle throughout the shift on various roads and in varying weather conditions.
• Excellent driving history.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, including items from storage racks.
• Ability to handle varying item weights and physical demands even when drop-off and pick-up responsibilities or routes vary.
• Comfort walking long distances and standing for long periods.
• Must complete a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review as a condition of employment after receiving an offer.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a company-owned vehicle to transport medical specimens, records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials.
• Use a handheld scanning device to accurately track items through the transportation cycle.
• Follow operating policies, procedures, and service schedules.
• Present a professional image to clients and the public through appearance and interactions.
• Load and unload company vehicles using appropriate equipment.
• Demonstrate safe and courteous driving behavior.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and keep the vehicle clean, neat, and orderly.
• Perform duties across assigned routes as required; route assignments and duties may vary based on client and business needs.
• Demonstrate teamwork, cooperation, and adaptability with teammates and clients.
• Help build and nurture a collaborative MedSpeed team culture.

Benefits

• Training provided through the Blue Shirt Certified program.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• 401(k).
• On-demand pay with early access to earned wages.
• Paid time off.
• Company vehicle, with no need for maintenance or gas reimbursement.
• Fixed schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed