NOW Courier is seeking a friendly, customer-focused Independent Contractor to handle a Substitute driver route within our established South Bend, IN operation. This is a consistent opportunity requiring an SUV or Minivan. We believe every delivery is more than just a drop-off—it's an opportunity to make someone's day. Your Mission + Deliver with Clockwork Precision: Ensure that cargo is picked up and delivered to our valued customers on time, maintaining NOW Courier's reputation for reliability and punctuality. + Route Mastery: Utilize GPS or mapping software to plan and follow efficient routes, ensuring timely deliveries and optimal fuel usage. + Exceptional Customer Service: Greet customers with professionalism and warmth, handling questions or issues with empathy. + Problem-Solving Skills: Think quickly and adapt when faced with challenges such as traffic delays or address changes to ensure smooth and efficient deliveries. Route Details & Schedule (South Bend Area) This opening is for a driver to replace a previous contractor. + Commission Structure: Route Guarantee. weekly average $900 + Schedule: 5 days a week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. + Start/End Time: 6:00 AM Start, typically completing the route by 3:00 PM or completion. + Required Vehicle: SUV or Minivan. + Weekly Mileage: Approximately 750–1,000 miles. + Daily Stops: Variable. + Geographic Area: Entire area of NOW Courier South Bend, including surrounding areas within a 75-mile radius of the office. + Sorting: Required. Requirements Vehicle Requirements: + Candidates must possess an SUV or Minivan. + The vehicle must be 2016 model year or newer. This ensures the vehicle meets modern safety and reliability standards and provides adequate space for cargo. Your Mindset: + Entrepreneurial Spirit: Embrace an entrepreneurial mindset and manage your own independent, self-driven business. + Financial Management: Take charge of managing your cash flow and business finances, including handling taxes efficiently. + Adaptability: Be ready to adjust to changing circumstances and varying daily tasks with ease and resilience. + Professionalism: Consistently maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions, ensuring a truly positive representation of your business. Benefits Why Join NOW Courier? + Be Your Own Boss: Embrace the freedom of managing your own independent contractor business. + Variety in the Field: Support the South Bend operation by covering a wide geographical area. + Room to Grow: Opportunities to take on additional routes or tasks as operations expand.