Part-Time Courier

American Red Cross

Location:
Chicago, IL, USA
Category:
General Staff
Posted Aug 19, 2026Apply by Sep 3, 2026 (11d left)
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The Part-Time Courier will drive an American Red Cross vehicle to pick-up, deliver, and properly store products and other lightweight materials following assigned routes or as needed. The role includes supporting ARC Blood Services with transport and loading duties, ensuring safe delivery and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Operate vehicle for the delivery of blood products and materials safely and within traffic laws.
  • Prepare for deliveries by verifying orders, loading vehicles, and maintaining route supply inventory to ensure prompt delivery of products to customers.
  • Document temporary storage and transportation of blood, blood products, and materials as required by internal and external regulatory requirements.
  • Provide customer service by giving basic information and interacting in a positive proactive manner with employees.
  • Maintain excellent vehicle conditions by keeping vehicle clean and checking fluid and gas levels.
  • Provide shipping and receiving support as directed.

Requirements

  • High School or equivalent required.
  • Valid driver’s license and clean DMV record required.
  • Previous experience with a messenger service or trucking company preferred.
  • Ability to drive for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to attend New Employee Orientation for the first 3 days of employment, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
  • Must demonstrate customer-focused, compassionate behavior and interact positively with internal and external customers.

Skills

  • Valid Driver's License
  • Driving Long Hours
  • Route navigation
  • Vehicle Operation
  • Messenger service experience
  • Trucking company experience
  • Customer Service
  • Product transport
  • Loading and unloading operations
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Safety Procedures

Languages

English