Description About Central Texas Food Bank Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB) is a member of the Feeding America network and the leading domestic hunger relief organization serving 21 Counties throughout Central Texas with a facility based in Austin. With a focus on strengthening the food system and addressing the root causes of hunger and poverty, the CTFB is launching an industry-leading strategy. The Food Bank is therefore poised for innovative and thoughtful growth, which means we're looking for talented and dedicated team members to help execute our refreshed vision for Central Texas - the food bank is looking for you! We offer a diverse and inclusive workplace, professional development opportunities, and a culture of service. Join us as we chart our course with our core values, Compassion, Honesty, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.
Schedule: - No over night shifts!
- Mon-Fri with one weekend rotation a month
Requirements Relationships - This position will report to the Transportation Manager and works independently with minimal direct supervision.
Qualifications - A current valid Texas Class A driver's license with at least 2 years of commercial fleet experience and a good driving record for at least three years (requires approval by insurance company as approved driver)
- A current valid Medical Certificate as required by DOT
- 1+ years of experience in Customer Service
- Ability to lift heavy objects safely (50 lbs. at a minimum)
- Ability to understand and follow instructions without direct supervision
- Ability to work cooperatively with other staff, volunteers, agency personnel, and store employees
- Technical Aptitude including Computer literacy, navigating applications on Smart Phone and using GPS and other Tracking systems
- Successfully passed the skill test
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Your Responsibilities - Transport food from donors to the Food Bank and from the Food Bank to various agencies; including loading, driving, and unloading
- Develop good working relationships with store personnel and agency personnel, and immediately notify Transportation Manager of any potential problems.
- Keep accurate, legible log of the weights and sources of all food and grocery products donated and all agency receipts and shortages
- Assess the condition of donated food, placing acceptable products in proper storage and immediately discard unacceptable product
- Mark and sort perishable foods that require special handling
- Maintain the freezers and cooler in a neat and orderly condition
- Maintain vehicle condition logs and immediately informs Transportation Manager of any problems concerning Food Bank vehicles including accidents, mechanical failure, or need for maintenance
- Operate forklifts, jacks, trucks, and other warehouse equipment in a safe manner
- Work cooperatively with warehouse staff and assists with warehouse duties when time permits
- Comply with all health regulations and other laws that govern food handling
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Working Conditions - Hours of Operation: Core business hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. This position's schedule is dependent on scheduled delivery routes, so this role sometimes requires working irregular hours including early mornings.
- 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.