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FedEx
Courier (Non-DOT) - Rural/Residential (C)-1
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Courier or Messenger provides fast delivery of documents and packages to locations within a city, or provides customized long distance or international deliveries. Makes deliveries traveling by bicycle, van, truck, or plane.
$36,892 / year median in New Jersey
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Driver / operator of company vehicles, providing courteous and efficient delivery of packages and providing related customer service functions. Performs other duties as assigned. Casual/ rural/residential deliver routes to assist with peak season deliveries Minimum Education High school diploma/GED. Minimum Experience None Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this position. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to maneuver packages of any weight above 50 lbs. with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person. Good human relations and verbal communication skills. Must be at least 21 years of age. Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to understand traffic signs, communicate with traffic safety officials and to respond to official inquiries and directions in accordance with FMCSA enforcement guidance. Job Conditions Must be licensed for type of vehicle assigned. Neat appearance since customer contact may be required. Drivers vehicles not regulated by section 391 of the federal motor carrier safety regulations.