Delivery Driver

Kent WA

Description

TO BE CONSIDERED, apply directly at The Seattle Times, the region's leading source for thoughtful, independent, and relevant news, is seeking an overnight Delivery Driver to join our Circulation team. As the largest metro daily newspaper provider in the Northwest, we invite you to make our “daily miracle” a reality for our subscribers. Our Pulitzer Prize-winning team relies squarely on the consistency and dedication of our delivery team, which ensures our readers have early access to print news that is conveniently available every single morning. As a Delivery Driver (fondly referred to in our company as a “Single Copy” Driver), you will be tasked with successfully delivering newspaper products in a company-supplied van on an established route. Your customers will include a handful of retail outlets, such as schools, vending machines, hotels, and coffee shops. PLEASE NOTE: this job does not deliver to subscribers' homes. Our devoted Couriers are responsible for delivery to individual homes and residences. PAY | $16.10 per hour for new employees. BENEFITS | Health, dental, vacation and sick time, and a pension option through the Teamsters union! SCHEDULE | 12:00 a.m. (midnight) to 9:00 a.m. Please note this role requires employees to regularly work nights and weekends, in addition to some holidays. Shifts range from Monday to Sunday. Hours range from 25 to 40, 4+ days a week (depending on schedule). QUALIFICATIONS - MUST have clean driving record over the last three years, with no at-fault accidents. Must be able/willing to provide driving abstract. - Must be at least 21 years of age. - High school diploma (or equivalent). - Valid Washington State Driver’s license. - Strong math skills (tested at time of interview). - Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and vendors. - Able to lift, load, and unload 30-pound newspaper bundles.