Description
About Central Texas Food Bank
The Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB) is the largest hunger-relief organization in Central Texas and a proud member of the Feeding America network. From its headquarters in Austin, CTFB serves a 21-county region on a mission to increase food access by providing nutritious food, leading hunger and poverty advocacy efforts, and transforming lives through programs, education, and innovative solutions.
Through a combination of direct-service programs and a network of approximately 250 nonprofit community partners, CTFB supports over 530,000 food-insecure individuals annually.
We offer a collaborative and community-focused culture that values Service, Integrity, Dignity, Collaboration and Innovation. We're seeking dedicated, mission-driven professionals to help us shape a healthier future for our neighbors. Join us in our vision of ensuring that all Central Texans will have immediate and equitable access to nutritious food.
Position Overview
The Central Texas Food Bank is looking for a NON-CDL DRIVER in our Transportation Department. The primary responsibility of this position is to load and unload company vehicles and to provide timely and efficient transportation of food products from donors to the Food Bank and back to our partner agencies. It requires dependable assistance in warehouse operations and safety procedures with emphasis on receipt and storage of incoming product. This position works independently and with minimal direct supervision.
Relationships
- Work closely with the Router to keep projects and tasks moving forward. Reports to the Transportation Manager.
Requirements
ResponsibilitiesOperate delivery vans in a safe and courteous mannerDeliver meals to partner sites on-time (i.e. during approved delivery time zones), in accordance with delivery procedures, and by following a prepared route.Load meals into transit containers and load transit containers into delivery vansCollect previous days meal containers and return them to the Food Bank dailyProvide first class customer service to all partners, program participants and the general publicServe as an ambassador between the Food Bank and the partner sites and with all partner site leadersComplete all required program training; Follow all program guidelines outlined in the training (training provided)Complete all required program paperworkCommunicate with Kitchen team and / or Children's Programs team regarding all related program activitiesCommunicate and document all required program activitiesReport site information to the Food BankCount number of meals delivered, check them thoroughly each day, obtaining an authorized signature on all receiptsMaintain program documentation and submit daily copies of delivery receipts, temperature logs, meal count records and daily reportsFollow procedures for waste management including recycling policies and proceduresAdhere to all Central Texas Food Bank policies, food safety standards and HACCP plans.Performs a variety of additional duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as neededQualifications
1 + year experience driving professionally1 + year customer service experienceFood Handler's Certification required, (NRAEF ServSafe or Austin / Travis County recognized program) or willingness to complete this before the 1st day of work.Ability to work effectively with food bank staff and volunteers.A desire to help ensure children get high quality and nutritious meals they need this summerPossession of a current Texas driver's license, liability insurance and a clean driving record.Ability to understand and follow instructions without direct supervision.Commitment to serving children in accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy which strictly prohibits this program from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.High School Diploma or equivalentWorking Conditions
Hours of Operation : Core business hours for this position are Monday- Friday, 10am- 6 pm .This position's schedule is dependent on scheduled delivery routes, so this role sometimes requires working irregular hours including early mornings and weekends as needed.Environment : Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.Conditions may include working outside in inclement weather, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile.Travel : CTFB serves 21 counties in central Texas and often requires same-day travel between counties, using a personal vehicle, CTFB passenger fleet and possibly occasional out of town travel for meetings, special events or meeting for some positions.