Job Description:

Job Title: Commercial Driver Shift: M-F; 12:00pm 8:30pm

Reports to: Transportation Manager Status: Non-Exempt

Salary: $18-$22 100% paid health, dental, vision benefits after 30 days

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Transportation Manager, the Commercial Driver performs tasks related to the distribution and pickup of product in support of Feeding San Diegos (FSD) mission. The main area of responsibility is to drive a truck to various locations throughout San Diego and Imperial Counties to deliver and pickup product. In addition, this role works closely with the Warehouse to coordinate loading of trucks. These tasks are to be completed while following all established safety procedures and standard operating procedures designed to ensure accurate and food-safe handling of product. This position may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Manager in support of the mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Successful job performance is evaluated based on an individual being able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following duties and responsibilities are those considered to be essential but do not represent all job functions that may be required to be performed by this position.

• Deliver and pickup product per the daily truck schedule throughout San Diego and Imperial Counties utilizing a commercial vehicle with a lift gate.


• Complete vehicle inspection report before and after every driving session.


• Utilize an electric pallet jack to move pallets and totes of food based on need.


• Move trucks to and from loading docks based on delivery schedule requirements.


• Assist with the loading of trucks for the next day based on order pulling and truck schedules.


• Utilize a forklift to move pallets and totes of food based on need.


• Assist other drivers with route specifications when necessary.


• Assist Transportation Coordinator and Transportation Manager with transportation network specific responsibilities when necessary.


• Specialized training in at least one business function (e.g., food safety, Lean/Six Sigma) and contribution to overall operation based on this training.


• Use a floor scale to record weight of product based on delivery or receiving procedures


• Perform cleaning tasks within trucks and within the warehouse based on standard operating procedures.


• Maintain accurate and complete recordkeeping (i.e. temperature logs, donation receipts, mileage, maintenance logs, etc.), according to FSD requirements.


• Lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.


• Ensure first-class customer service with community partners, member agencies and volunteers.


• Ensure personal safety practices at all times with regard to vehicle and warehouse equipment.

INTERACTION This employee will work closely with donors, potential donors, clients in need, volunteers, agency representatives, FSD Board and staff, and others from the community.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
 

EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
Required:

• Commercial drivers license (Class A with airbrakes preferred, Class B with airbrakes will be considered)


• At least two years of driving experience at the class level required for the position.


• Experience within another area of food banking (e.g., warehouse functions such as receiving or put-away, or volunteer project lead functions such as leading shifts) that allows for backup to other business function when necessary.


• Acceptable driving record


• Ability to pass a DOT required accident and drug/alcohol record check


• Skill to utilize basic computer functions (handheld mapping software, email, timecard).

Preferred:

• Experience working towards the mission of a nonprofit organization


• Experience in food distribution programs including ServSafe certification, and warehouse procedures are highly desirable.


• Two years of commercial driving experience


• High School Diploma/GED

Any combination of educational and work experience that would be equivalent to the stated minimum requirements would qualify for consideration of this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Food storage, vehicle routing, and vehicle safety regulations;

Skill to:

• Operate a commercial vehicle with a lift gate, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jack, fork lift, dolly, floor scale, and other standard warehouse equipment safely; walk, turn, pivot, stand and/or sit repeatedly; maintain balance, sit for prolonged periods of time; lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Ability to:

• Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines without close supervision; prioritize and multi-task work; prepare and maintain a variety of records; establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, volunteers, partners, and clients; understand and follow oral and written instructions in English.

Tools and Equipment Used

Commercial vehicle, cargo van, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jack, fork lift, dolly, floor scale, personal computer, cellular phone, multi-line phone.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid California drivers license including continuous proof of a satisfactory driving record and personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under the Agencys insurance carrier standards. ServSafe, electric pallet jack, and fork lift certification are required, and training will be provided.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Work in an environment that has a varied noise level and can be considered moderate.


• Perform work in an office adjacent to a warehouse, and within a warehouse, which may occasionally create an exposure to dust and pollens.


• Perform work in a cooler and freezer


• Climb stairs


• Maintain balance


• Sit and/or stand for extended periods, walk, bend at the waist and knees, kneel and uses hands, arms and legs for dexterity


• Regularly lifts, carries and balances objects weighing up to 50 pounds


• Pulls and pushes such objects as file drawers and supplies

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