Echo Press Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

The Alexandria Echo Press has been serving Alexandria, Minnesota, and the surrounding communities with trusted local news since 1891. Alexandria is a vibrant lake-centered community where small-town charm meets big-life appeal, nestled in the heart of Minnesota's scenic lakes area with more than 350 lakes and miles of trails right outside your door. From boating and swimming in summer to snowmobiling, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing in winter, there's outdoor adventure year-round. Prefer your adventures indoors? No problem! A historic downtown filled with shops, restaurants, galleries, and community events keeps life interesting off the water. Just a two-hour drive from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area and Fargo/Moorhead, Alexandria offers a balanced lifestyle with access to larger urban amenities while maintaining a lower cost of living, strong local economy, and a welcoming, close-knit community where work and play come together. The Alexandria Echo Press is part of Forum Communications Company, a fifth-generation, family-owned media organization with more than 20 publications across the Upper Midwest, collectively delivering local news to over 5 million readers every month.

Job Summary

The Driver-Van (Non DOT Regulated) role is responsible for the safe, timely, and professional transportation of printed materials to vendors and internal locations. This position requires adherence to company safety policies and operational standards. The driver ensures that materials are delivered accurately, securely, and professionally, supporting customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Safely operate company vehicles (such as vans or small trucks) for pick-up and delivery of printed materials.
• Load and unload products, ensuring all items are properly secured to prevent damage in transit.
• Verify delivery documentation, including packing slips, invoices, and delivery logs, ensuring accuracy before departure.
• Provide professional, courteous customer service when interacting with clients, vendors, and internal staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of assigned vehicle, reporting any maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Follow all company safety policies, traffic laws, and local regulations.
• In the event of an accident involving a company vehicle, employee is required to follow procedure as detailed in FCP Motor Vehicle Safety Program.
• Communicate delivery status, delays, or issues to the dispatch/operations team in a timely manner.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or related experience or training is ideal.
• Knowledge of the delivery area strongly preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to listen and respond to service issues.  
• Ability to work independently. 
• Must be 21 years of age or older. 
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is insurable by the company. 
• Must carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company. 

Expected compensation for this role is $20/hr

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we're so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest's leading media organizations, we're driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.