Mail Courier

Memphis, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.00 - $16.55

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Disability insurance

Job Description

Porter-Leath is a well-established nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the community by providing comprehensive social services and supportive programs. The organization operates multiple work sites and offices where the dedicated team works tirelessly to improve the quality of life for vulnerable populations, including children, families, and individuals in need. With a strong commitment to compassion, respect, and integrity, Porter-Leath fosters a supportive environment for both its clients and employees. The organization values teamwork, safety, and efficiency in all its operations, striving to maintain a well-functioning and welcoming atmosphere across all its locations.

The Mail Courier position is a key role within Porter-Leath, reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager. This role requires a dependable individual responsible for the timely and safe transportation of packages, mail, and other items between the various Porter-Leath offices, work sites, and associated businesses. The Mail Courier not only ensures the smooth operation of mail delivery but also assists in the routine maintenance and repair tasks to support facility upkeep. This multifaceted job includes operating telephone switchboards to assist reception when needed, performing light landscaping and housekeeping duties, and completing errands using an agency-provided vehicle. Due to the nature of the role and its responsibilities, the ideal candidate will exhibit excellent time management skills, a safe driving record, and the ability to perform maintenance activities efficiently and safely. This position does not include supervisory responsibilities, allowing the employee to focus on the operational support necessary to maintain the organization's infrastructure and communications.

This full-time role is perfect for someone who enjoys a varied workday and engaging in hands-on tasks that contribute significantly to organizational success. The Mail Courier within Porter-Leath plays an essential role in ensuring communication lines remain open and physical resources move efficiently throughout the agency, directly supporting the teams and programs that deliver vital services to the community. Working at Porter-Leath offers a meaningful career avenue in the nonprofit sector, emphasizing a collaborative workplace culture, opportunities to contribute to special projects, and growth through diverse daily tasks. Overall, this position is a critical component in the daily rhythm of Porter-Leath’s operations, requiring a proactive, trustworthy, and capable team member to maintain high standards of service delivery and facility management.

Job Requirements

Knowledge of basic maintenance functions and techniques and working knowledge of maintenance equipment including basic tools, lawn equipment and housekeeping tools
record keeping or writing skills to maintain accurate, up-to-date maintenance logs or documentation so that information is readily researched and retrieved
organizational skills to determine workload priorities and complete a variety of tasks comprising a heavy workload in a timely manner and to plan or follow the most efficient routes for delivery
effective oral and written communication skills
ability to work with minimal supervision and ability to effectively manage workload with planning
ability to exhibit initiative in reporting maintenance concerns to Supervisor
ability to maintain confidentiality
ability to work as a team player and interact or assist all employees as necessary

Job Qualifications

HSD or GED is required
minimum 1 year of prior experience within a courier or driver position and a record of safe driving skills
experience working in non-profit preferred

Job Duties

Collects, sorts and routes incoming mail, determines postage, and properly deliver outgoing mail by ensuring goods are loaded correctly and taking necessary precautions
drives to each Porter-Leath work sites safely and timely to deliver incoming mail and pick up outgoing mail from work sites
completes errands as assigned using an agency provided vehicle
assists in day-to-day basic repairs and preventative maintenance of Porter-Leath facilities, vehicles, equipment using a daily to-do list in a timely manner
operates telephone switchboard to answer, screen and forward calls, provide information, take messages and schedule appointments
monitors indoor and outdoor areas daily for debris and refuse, performs light outdoor landscaping services as needed such as cutting or edging grass, raking leaves and collecting branches
checks all dumpsters daily to insure trash is in dumpster and completes general housekeeping duties in support of or in the absence of Housekeeper
locks all gates at the main campus, secures Administration building, and sets alarm at the end of each day
assists Supervisor on special projects as needed, such as room setup for meetings
assures safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines
contributes to team effort by performing other duties as assigned