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Position Overview:
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Environmental Sample Courier to transport environmental samples between client locations and laboratory facilities throughout Western New York. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to punctuality, professionalism, and maintaining sample integrity during transport. This position involves regular driving between Rochester, Buffalo, Dunkirk, Hornell, and other regional sites, with routes varying based on project needs.
Responsibilities:
Pick up environmental samples from client facilities, field locations, and project sites.
Safely transport samples to designated laboratory and office locations.
Maintain proper chain-of-custody documentation and sample handling procedures.
Ensure samples are stored and transported according to established temperature and handling requirements.
Communicate pickup and delivery status with project managers and laboratory personnel.
Follow established routes while adapting to changing schedules and priorities.
Represent the company professionally when interacting with clients and site personnel.
Qualifications:
Valid New York State driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to drive extended distances throughout Western New York.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
Ability to lift and carry coolers and sample containers weighing up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable using a smartphone, GPS navigation, and basic electronic documentation systems.
Previous courier, delivery, transportation, environmental, or laboratory experience is preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements:
Frequent driving and entering/exiting vehicle throughout the day.
Ability to lift, carry, and load sample coolers and supplies.
Ability to work outdoors briefly during pickups and deliveries in varying weather conditions.
Working at ALSThe ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.
Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law.
We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.
EligibilityTo be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
