Operations Associate-CDL Driver

Position Purpose:

This is a temporary CDL position reports to the Logistics Supervisor or Operations Director and is entitled to all benefits. The primary responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: driving, distributing, loading, and unloading Vermont Foodbank vehicles safely at various communities in Vermont. In addition to these primary responsibilities, this position regularly interacts with community members with diverse backgrounds and stories. This position will provide support at multiple distribution sites across the state and will work alongside volunteers ensuring the safe handling of products and creating a positive experience for those seeking Vermont Foodbank services. This position is regularly called upon to support general warehouse activities, which may include food reclamation activities, storage and moving of product and equipment, and other various tasks. This position will work closely with the Warehouse and Facilities teams and members of the Community Impact Department.

Building equity and racial justice into Vermont Foodbank's organizational practices is everyone's responsibility, and it requires the commitment and collaboration of every employee and team. Therefore, everyone is expected to honor diversity, contribute to an inclusive organizational culture, and leverage their own personal agency and scope of influence to center equity.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Works cooperatively and be able to communicate with staff and volunteers to support the mission of the Foodbank to meet and sustain Foodbank goals.
• Positively contribute to an organizational culture of safe and secure food handling, warehousing and distribution.
• The Foodbank relies on volunteers every day to fulfill our mission. All Foodbank employees must support our culture of philanthropy by treating every volunteer with appreciation and respect.
• Ensure the proper sanitary and safe warehousing of all products in accordance with Feeding America and Vermont Foodbank guidelines.
• Efficiently and safely pick up and deliver products as assigned
• Complete appropriate paperwork to maintain accurate inventory.
• Assist with warehouse operations as necessary including, but not limited to; picking orders, agency pick-ups, receiving, and sort room activities
• Maintain vehicles in a high state of cleanliness.
• Maintain a neat personal appearance, professionalism in all interactions with other staff, the public, and the participants the Foodbank serves.
• Adhere to policies and procedures in the fleet safety booklet regarding reporting accidents, daily vehicle checks, completing associated paperwork, substance abuse, and more.
• Collaborate with warehouse team to determine incoming and outgoing inventory.
• Take part during physical inventory.
• In instances of a federal, state or locally declared emergency, Vermont Foodbank is typically considered an essential service and emergency responder; all of its employees may be called in to perform regular or emergent duties.

Other Functions:

• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Attend Organizational learning days and other meetings as appropriate

Skills/Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities an individual needs in order to perform this job successfully.

Education and/or Experience:

• Experience in driving large straight/semi-trucks in a food-related industry, preferred.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent skills preferred.
• Experience in the use of material handling equipment.
• Customer service experience a plus

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Flexible hours required.
• Organized with an attention to detail
• Must be able to repeatedly lift a minimum of 45 pounds.

Language Skills:

• Experience communicating effectively with diverse groups of people

Technical/Computer Skills:

• Basic telephone & computer skills.

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations:

• A valid Vermont Commercial Driver's License (class B).
• Current DOT medical card.
• 3-year motor vehicle report (MVR) showing a clean driving record.
• ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain.

Typical Years of Experience

• Typically requires 0-2 years of general work experience.

Degree/ Education

• Bachelors degree or comparable work experience.

Organizational impact

• Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job.

Management Scope

• Work is closely managed. May supervise intern, fellows, or seasonal staff

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