Delivery Driver (Kent)

The Seattle Times, the leading source for thoughtful, independent, and relevant news in the Pacific Northwest, is seeking an overnight Delivery Driver (part-time) to join our Circulation team in Kent, WA. As the largest metro daily newspaper in the Northwest, we rely on the consistency and dedication of our delivery team to ensure our readers have early access to print news that is conveniently available every single morning. 

As a Delivery Driver (also referred to in the 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.

Schedule: The standard Delivery Driver shift is 12:30 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 16 to 24 per week, possibly more, 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. Only candidates who are 21 or older will be considered. 
• 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.

Compensation: The pay rate for this position is $20.76 per hour.

Benefits: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility for full-time employees
• Employee assistance program
• Optional life and AD&D insurance and long-term care insurance
• 401(k) plan and an employer contribution to a pension plan administered by the Western Conference of Teamsters Pension Trust
• Vacation time accrued at a rate of 0.0385 hours per hour worked.
• Sick time accrued at a rate of 0.0385 hours per hour worked.
• 9 paid holidays
• Complimentary Seattle Times subscription
• Wellness program
• Parental leave options

Please Note: This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment assessments including a criminal background check, a drug screen (excluding cannabis), and a motor vehicle report once an offer has been made. In addition, you must be able to provide proof of a valid driver’s license prior to hire. Finally, please note that this is a union-represented position.

Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper that cuts through the clutter and provides readers with timely, relevant news. We serve the Pacific Northwest with thoughtful, independent journalism that makes a real difference in our community. And as a media solutions company, we combine cutting-edge digital capabilities and service with the values and integrity of respected traditional media… with an established audience of 1.9 million. At The Seattle Times, you'll find work that matters.

If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] and provide a description of the reasonable accommodation(s) needed.