Driver I (Part-Time)

Job Title: Driver I

Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Reports to: SW Idaho Distribution Manager

Location: Twin Falls, Idaho

How to Apply: https://idahofoodbank.org/about/employment/

COMPLETED JOB APPLICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Job Summary:

Safe and efficient transportation of food, product, and supplies in all types of weather conditions including, but not limited to, fog, rain, sleet, and ice. Develop and maintain donor relationships with excellent customer service skills.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary driver for timely execution of product pick-up from donors and delivery to partners and agencies.

Maintain organization of product in trailers and support safe partner distributions.

Complete and perform accurate follow-through on documentation for shipping, receiving, unloading, and warehousing of product.

Perform cleaning & light maintenance on all vehicles and equipment and report problems to SW Idaho Distribution Manager. Maintain accurate records of vehicle operations and maintenance on a daily basis.

Prepare truck/route for next day’s business including refueling, maintenance checks, cleaning refer box, and equipment. Weekly cleaning and disinfecting of vehicles and equipment. Inside cab must be clean, free of trash, and contain all proper safety equipment and insurance paperwork.

Work with other team members in a cooperative and supportive way.

Load and offload company vehicles as required. Exercise safe lifting practices.

Maintain rapport with donors and their employees to foster continued support and a professional working relationship.

Inspect product donations to ensure that safety and sanitation standards are met.

Perform other duties as assigned by the SW Idaho Distribution Manager to satisfactorily complete agency goals and objectives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Requires High School Diploma

Must be a defensive driver with a Class B driver’s license preferred and current DMV report with no moving violations.

Minimum of 2 years professional driving experience preferred, preferably in a food-related environment

Ability to drive a box truck, automatic and standard vehicles, operate standard warehouse equipment and demonstrated ability in maintenance and basic repair of delivery equipment. Ability to safely operate all types of warehouse equipment, including, but not limited to, pallet jacks, forklifts, and dock levelers.

Become Serv-Safe certified; commit to adhering to principles and practices of food safety

Strong commitment to safe work practices, particularly road/vehicle safety

Professional appearance required

Ability to safely lift items weighing 20-100 pounds occasionally, and up to 50 pounds frequently using safe lifting techniques.

Up to 2/3 of the time: walk, sit, squat, bend, twist, and reach at various heights above and below shoulder level.

Up to 1/3 of the time: push or pull; lift large, heavy, awkward objects while maneuvering in a confined space.

Work inside freezers and coolers with a temperature of -10 to 38 degrees F.

Conduct pre and post trip inspection and complete vehicle inspection report

Strong commitment to quality record keeping, customer service, and operational efficiency without shortcutting processes.

Proficient in Microsoft office procedures

Ability to manage multiple tasks with excellent organizational skills

Ability to work well with other staff and to relate to donors and agency representatives. Speak to customers with poise, voice control, and confidence imparting information in a clear and understanding manner.

Ability to work steadily and independently with minimum supervision and to follow standardized procedures. Strong problem-solving capability and ability to follow detailed instructions

Ability to work diverse schedule

Familiar with Magic Valley area

Food Safety:

 Understand the personal responsibility to follow all safety policies and health rules, programs, and procedures, to report all unsafe acts, environments, or behaviors immediately and to always report safety issues, incidents, or accidents immediately.

Employment Requirement

Negative Drug Screen

Successful Background Clearance

Disclaimer

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give assignments.

This position description excludes the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Idaho Foodbank is an Equal Opportunity Employer fully committed to attracting and retaining diverse talent. We invest in fostering a diverse work environment that promotes equity and inclusion where our staff and those we serve will be afforded equitable access and opportunities to reach their full potential and feel valued, respected, and supported.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.