Food Warehouse CDL Driver

Principal Responsibilities

• Pick up food from partner agencies, suppliers, and other donors
• Deliver food to agencies courteously and on time
• Oversee the loading and unloading of the truck
• Maintain accurate vehicle logs and track deliveries
• Cookbook pickups and deliveries with other drivers
• Perform routine truck maintenance and daily vehicle inspections
• Support day-to-day warehouse operations when needed (including moving pallets, stacking product, organizing the warehouse, and conducting inventory)
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Competencies

• Significant organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Problem-Solving / Adaptability
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Superior customer service skills

Skill and Education

• High-school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience (required)
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with clean driving record (required)
• 5+ years of experience driving a truck with a CDL (required)
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment including electric jacks and forklift (required); 5+ years of experience operating warehouse equipment (preferred)
• Familiarity with New York City roads (required)
• Comfortable using an iPad/tablet and smartphone for data entry, inventory management, and communication (required)
• Ability to read/write/speak English (required)

Physical Demands/Special Requirements

• Requires extended periods of standing, walking, and performing manual labor both indoors and outdoors, including in inclement weather.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, and move heavy items (up to 30-pounds to stock shelves) on a regular basis.
• Steel-toe work boots must be worn at all times while in the warehouse. Clothing should be appropriate for a professional setting and public interactions, avoiding any profanity, political statements or offensive branding.

Compensation

$21 - $25 per hour, commensurate with skills and experience

Benefits

• Major medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• FSA
• 403(b) with employer contribution
• Plus generous vacation, sick leave and holidays