Blood Drive Driver and Courier
Vitalant is currently seeking Drivers to help our dedicated team provide blood to patients in Pittsburgh and the surrounding tri-state area.
What to Expect
Pay: $19.75 Hourly + Shift Differentials & Weekend Shift Premium
Schedule: Hours & Days Vary with 2 Consecutive Days Off, Flexible Schedule is Required
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has great customer service skills
- Can lift 50+ lbs with assistance of a hand cart
- Has professional driving experience (box and full-size van)
- Can work a flexible schedule, including Overnights/Weekends/Holiday shifts
Qualifications
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License with
- Must have DOT Medical Card or obtain one upon acceptance of offer
As a Driver, Your Impact is Vital! You will be the face of Vitalant when you assist our mobile phlebotomist team in setting up area blood drives or as you transport and deliver blood and blood products as needed throughout the tri-state area!
As a member of our Union Driver Team with Teamsters 249, you’ll use your communication and customer service skills to build relationships with hospital/vendor staff and donors at our community blood drives. A successful Driver will also use exceptional problem-solving skills to be able to manage driving issues as they arise. Every day you’ll also be making a measurable difference by being a part of our organization’s mission to help save lives by providing blood to the patients who need it!
Application in our careers site: www.vitalant.org/careers is required to be considered
About Us
Vitalant is the nation’s largest independent nonprofit organization focused exclusively on providing lifesaving blood services. We have a network of more than 120 donation centers across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually! Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in more than 900 hospitals across the U.S., where millions of people depend on blood donations from our generous donors. Join our team where together, we find a better way!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Shifts and schedules are selected based on business need and seniority. This includes Days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays. Are you able to cover all shifts as scheduled?
- How many driving infractions have you had in the last 3 years? (Speeding tickets, driving while texting, accidents…)
- Are you able to lift 50+ Lbs with or without the use of a hand cart?
- Are you willing to join the Teamsters Union?
Work Location: On the road