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SalaryWe’re hiring immediately - be a part of our vital mission! Vitalant is currently seeking Union (Teamsters 249) Drivers to help our dedicated team provide blood to patients in Pittsburgh and the surrounding tri-state area. Our drivers are the face of Vitalant when they are interacting with our vendors and assisting blood drives!
As a member of our Union courier team with Teamsters 249, you’ll use your communication and customer service skills to build relationships with hospital/vendor staff as you deliver and transport blood and blood product, as well as play an active part in the setup and takedown of mobile blood drives.
A successful Driver will also use exceptional problem-solving skills to be able to manage weather-related driving issues as they arise and report any issues to management. Every day you’ll also be making a measurable difference by being a part of our organization’s mission to help save lives!
What to Expect
Pay: $18.00 Hourly + Shift Differentials & Weekend Shift Premium
Schedule: Hours and Days Will Vary, Flexible Schedule is Required
Excellent company benefits! They include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance at affordable premiums
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K retirement savings plans + 5% company match
- Free basic life and AD&D insurance
- Free short-and-long-term disability insurance
- HSA and FSA
- Paid time off & many other benefit programs!
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has great customer service skills and a Driver's License in good standing
- Can pass a DOT Physical in order to obtain DOT Medical Card
- Has professional driving experience (box and full size van) with a manual transmission, preferably
- Has flexible availability and who can work all shifts
- Be able to accommodate schedule changes with minimal notice, based on business needs
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Must possess and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver's license with clean driving record.
Must be able to pass DOT Physical, unless already possess DOT Medical Card.
Must be able to lift 50+ lbs, with the assistance of hand cart.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which may include all shifts.
Must have or obtain PA Child Abuse and Federal Clearances within first 30 days of employment.
About Us
Vitalant is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise and world-renowned research. We have a network of 115 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.
Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Career@vitalant.org to let us know the nature of your request.
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