The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

SUMMARY:

The Courier performs a wide variety of administrative functions relating to the collection, pickup, and delivery of secured and sensitive mail, papers and documents. Picks up and delivers supplies requiring light to heavy physical effort. Operates various motor vehicles in accomplishing delivery and pick up tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Transports highly sensitive materials to various Government and Federal agencies and offices, members of the Board of Directors, and agencies of suburban jurisdictions. Obtains signatures of recipients when requested.

• Picks up and delivers various supplies to designations. Exercises judgment in maneuvering vehicles throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area paying close attention to items being transported and specific driving regulations and requirements.

• Transports passengers on official business to various locations throughout the metropolitan area.

• Maintains a chronological listing of all transporting activities, designated stops, mileage, gas consumption, and number of passengers; prepares records of unusual incidents.

• Performs daily preventive maintenance checks of assigned vehicle and makes arrangement for periodic servicing; informs unit chief of minor repairs needed to maintain the vehicle.

• Assists in assigning vehicles in the Authority’s motor pool.

• Complies with applicable safety rules and regulations.

• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the Manager, Facilities Services.
  

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Key Working Relationships: Interacts directly with executive staff of the Authority, co-workers, Board members, and members of other agencies of suburban jurisdictions.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE & OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

The minimum qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate and two (2) years of experience directly related to processing documents/materials for distribution and material handling and transport.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s Permit, a Commercial Driver’s License (Class B Endorsement P), and a DC Water Vehicle Endorsement.

• Skill and knowledge to operate vehicles over a variety of roads under changing weather conditions.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Subject to noise.

• Subject to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system or skin such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation, or to exposure to oils or other cutting fluids.

Other

• The incumbent is subject to being placed on call during hours and schedule identified by the Authority.
  

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We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

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