LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
PERSONNEL COMMISSION
CLASS SPECIFICATION
CLASS CODE 5864
COURIER
DEFINITION
Operates a van or other light vehicle to transport materials and documents, and performs routine manual
and clerical duties.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Drives vans or other light vehicles of up to 6000 lbs. gross vehicle weight, in making trips to pick up and
deliver materials and documents for locations throughout the geographical area of the District.
Loads and unloads vehicle driven.
Picks-up and delivers materials and documents for locations throughout the geographical area of the
District.
Picks-up and delivers District warrants and student financial aid checks.
Arranges for regular servicing and necessary repairs of vehicle driven.
Performs simple recordkeeping and other routine clerical work.
Completes reports on mileage, accidents, and damage.
Operates mailroom equipment and standard office machines.
Performs minor emergency maintenance and repair while on the road.
Lifts moderately heavy boxes.
May transport District employees to colleges or other public jurisdiction offices.
Performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
A Courier drives a van or other vehicle of less than one-ton factory rated payload capacity in a variety of
delivery assignments and performs routine manual and clerical duties.
SUPERVISION
Immediate supervision is received from a classified supervisor. No supervision is exercised.
CLASS QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operation of a motor vehicle
California State Vehicle Code
Local traffic ordinances and regulations
Safe driving practices
Functions of the various parts of motor vehicles
Locations of various government and other public buildings in the area
Basic recordkeeping procedures
Proper lifting techniques
Safety practices in handling materials
COURIER
8/20/13
CLASS QUALIFICATIONS (Cont.)
Ability to:
Drive with skill and safety in heavy traffic
Make minor emergency repairs and adjustments to light vehicles
Operate mailroom equipment and standard office machines
Sort and file accurately
Lift heavy materials safely
Follow written and oral instructions
Work cooperatively with District staff
Learn routes, office locations, and points of collection and delivery
Learn basic features of computer equipment
ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND one year of full-time paid experience in the
operation of an automobile.
Special:
A valid Class "C" California driver's license. Travel to locations throughout the District is required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our class specification generally describes the duties, responsibilities, and requirements characteristic of the
position(s) within this job class. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a particular position within
this class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Los Angeles Community College District
provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with covered disabilities on a case-by-case basis
throughout the application, examination, and hiring processes and throughout employment. If an individual is
in doubt about his or her ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a position or possession of any
other requirement noted in a class specification or job announcement, he or she should always apply for a
position and request reasonable accommodation at the appropriate time.
Revised
COURIER
8/20/13