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Courier Helper Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Courier/Driver LLH

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$15.60 - $20.25/hr

Responsible for helping transportation coordinator get vehicles in for maintenance and service calls. What you will do * Demonstrates positive customer service behaviors consistently. Strives to meet ...

Courier/Driver LLH

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$15.60 - $20.25/hr

Responsible for helping transportation coordinator get vehicles in for maintenance and service calls. What you will do * Demonstrates positive customer service behaviors consistently. Strives to meet ...

$15.60 - $20.25/hr

Responsible for helping transportation coordinator get vehicles in for maintenance and service calls. What you will do * Demonstrates positive customer service behaviors consistently. Strives to meet ...

$15.60 - $20.25/hr

Responsible for helping transportation coordinator get vehicles in for maintenance and service calls. What you will do * Demonstrates positive customer service behaviors consistently. Strives to meet ...

$15.60 - $20.25/hr

Responsible for helping transportation coordinator get vehicles in for maintenance and service calls. What you will do * Demonstrates positive customer service behaviors consistently. Strives to meet ...

$15.60 - $20.25/hr

Responsible for helping transportation coordinator get vehicles in for maintenance and service calls. What you will do * Demonstrates positive customer service behaviors consistently. Strives to meet ...

Full or Part Time Center Associate

Reston, VA · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

... courier shipment and operating copiers, fax machines, binding equipment, laminating machines, and ... helpful demeanor, and a professional appearance. He or she must be a fast learner who makes an ...

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Courier Helper information

What is a courier helper?

Courier Helpers are support workers who assist couriers or delivery drivers in transporting packages, documents, and other items to various destinations. Their duties often include loading and unloading goods, organizing deliveries, obtaining signatures from recipients, and ensuring that deliveries are completed efficiently and safely. Courier Helpers play a vital role in supporting the timely and accurate distribution of items, especially in busy logistics or courier companies. The role typically requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and good communication skills.

What does a courier helper do?

A Courier Helper's day typically starts early, assisting the main courier with loading packages onto the delivery vehicle and organizing them for efficient delivery routes. Throughout the day, Courier Helpers help deliver packages to various locations, carry heavy items, and ensure timely and accurate deliveries by double-checking addresses and handling paperwork or digital confirmations. This role often involves a lot of physical activity and requires teamwork, as Courier Helpers must communicate effectively with the driver and sometimes interact with customers. The fast-paced environment offers valuable experience in logistics and can be a stepping stone to more advanced roles within delivery or warehouse operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a courier helper?

To thrive as a Courier Helper, you need physical stamina, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, handheld scanners, and basic logistics software is often required. Strong teamwork, reliability, and effective communication help ensure timely deliveries and smooth coordination with couriers. These skills are critical for maintaining delivery accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Courier Helper vs Delivery Driver?

AspectCourier HelperDelivery Driver
CredentialsNone typically required, may need a valid driver’s licenseValid driver’s license, possibly a commercial license
Work EnvironmentAssists in loading/unloading, works in warehouses or delivery routesDrives delivery vehicle, navigates routes, interacts with customers
Employer & IndustryCourier companies, logistics firmsCourier companies, food delivery, e-commerce

Courier Helpers assist with loading, unloading, and supporting delivery operations, often working alongside drivers. Delivery Drivers operate vehicles to deliver packages or food directly to customers. While both roles are essential in logistics, Delivery Drivers typically have more driving responsibilities and require a valid driver’s license, whereas Courier Helpers focus on physical support tasks.

What are the most commonly searched types of Courier jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Courier jobs in Virginia are:

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Courier Helper jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Courier Helper job openings:

Infographic showing various Courier Helper job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution.

$60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Operations Manager

Richmond Express Courier Service and Warehousing is seeking a professional, customer-focused, and driven Operations Manager to join our growing team!

At Richmond Express, we believe CARE is more than a word — it is how we operate. Our CARE standard focuses on Clients, Employees, and Community, and our Operations Manager plays an important role in bringing that standard to life every day.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader who enjoys a fast-paced, challenging environment and is passionate about developing people, improving operations, and delivering exceptional customer service.

What You'll Be Responsible For

As Operations Manager, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring Richmond Express delivers safe, reliable, efficient, and exceptional service while supporting the success and development of our employees.

  • Oversee the daytoday operations of an ondemand courier and logistics company
  • Work closely with department managers and team leads to ensure operations consistently meet Richmond Express standards
  • Provide leadership, direction, coaching, and support to operational teams
  • Keep customer service at the center of daily operational decisions and customer interactions
  • Support fleet and operations teams in delivering a positive experience for every client
  • Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, reliability, and profitability
  • Utilize strong criticalthinking and problemsolving skills to identify challenges and develop effective solutions
  • Develop and implement processes and procedures that prepare teams to meet company expectations and changing business needs
  • Provide insight, coaching, feedback, and accountability to help employees and departments achieve performance expectations
  • Support account management efforts by maintaining strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for customer satisfaction, retention, growth, and profitability
  • Build strong working relationships with clients, employees, vendors, and department leaders
  • Support sustained growth and performance improvements across all departments
  • Help ensure safety, reliability, efficiency, accountability, and quality remain priorities throughout the organization
  • Encourage communication, teamwork, and collaboration between departments
  • Lead by example through Servant Leadership
  • Develop teammates by recognizing strengths, providing coaching, and creating opportunities for professional growth
  • Help create a positive, productive, and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and encouraged to succeed
  • Ensure daily operations reflect the Richmond Express CARE commitment to Clients, Employees, and Community
  • Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of management experience
  • Operations management experience preferred
  • Warehouse, transportation, courier, or logistics experience preferred
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong administrative knowledge and experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills
  • Demonstrated leadership and teamdevelopment abilities
  • Strong criticalthinking and problemsolving skills
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fastpaced environment
  • Good working knowledge of the Richmond area
  • Valid driver's license
  • What We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate is:
  • Positive, professional, and dependable
  • Selfmotivated and able to work independently
  • Comfortable making decisions in a fastpaced environment
  • A strong communicator who can work effectively with people at all levels of the organization
  • Customerfocused and committed to delivering exceptional service
  • An encouraging leader who believes in developing others
  • Comfortable identifying problems and taking initiative to solve them
  • Someone who leads by example and embraces a Servant Leadership approach
  • Committed to the Richmond Express CARE standard
  • What Is Required
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Ability to pass a preemployment drug screening
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to work in a fastpaced, dynamic environment
  • Strong organizational and timemanagement skills
  • What We Offer
  • Competitive annual salary starting at $60,000
  • Paid time off after 6 months
  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Term life insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  • A supportive, teamoriented work environment
  • Why Work for Richmond Express?

    We're more than a courier company — we're a team.

    Richmond Express is a growing company with a stable foundation, having proudly served our community for more than 30 years.

    We are a family-oriented company that understands the importance of finding the right balance between work and life. We believe our employees are one of our greatest assets, and we strive to create an environment where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

    Growth matters to us. We believe in promoting from within and providing employees with opportunities to develop their skills and advance their careers. Many members of our administrative team have grown into their current positions through internal promotions.

    We also believe work should be rewarding and enjoyable. Richmond Express promotes a fun, dynamic, inclusive, and team-focused culture where everyone has an opportunity to make a difference.

    If you are an experienced leader who is ready to make an impact, develop people, improve operations, and help drive the continued growth of Richmond Express, we want to hear from you!