Mobile Blood Drive Assistant / Driver (Union)

Vitalant•Rosemont, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vitalant is seeking a Mobile Unit Assistant (Union) dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are customer-focused and impact-inspired to help others, making a difference is vital for you, you will experience a career built on purpose, an organization created to care, and a team committed to lead – together. Your impact as a Mobile Unit Assistant (U) is vital. As a member of our Teamsters 727 Union MUA team, you will support Vitalant's life-saving mission by facilitating the packing, transporting and assembly of equipment for on-location blood drives, along with blood/blood product delivery to donor centers and mobile blood drives. Every day you will be making a measurable difference in your community and surrounding areas by being an integral part of the mobile blood drive team!

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
6 months of similar experience preferred
Able to pass DOT Physical or currently have DOT Medical Certificate
Clean driving record with valid Illinois Class B or D Driver's License (CDL preferred)
Able to lift 50-75+ lbs.with the assistance of a hand cart

Responsibilities

Maintain a great rapport with donors and donor care staff for on-location blood drives.
Successfully deliver and transport blood drive supplies and/or equipment needed for on-location blood drives.
Demonstrate safe operation of company vehicle.
Manage the safe handling, cleaning, and tracking of biowaste.
Drive company vehicle (box, full-size van, or mobile blood drive bus a possibility)
Maintain appearance of donor refreshment areas for on-location blood drives.
Use exceptional problem-solving skills to manage weather-related driving issues as they arise.