Description
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Company Overview:
RW Solutions, a part of CW Group is a national non-profit organization dedicated to creating an inclusive society where individuals with disabilities and those facing economic challenges have access to meaningful vocational training and are empowered as valued employees. We are committed to providing exceptional employment opportunities with flexible hours, comprehensive benefits, and a mission-driven focus.
- National Non-Profit
- Mission-based Meaningful Employment
- Exceptional Employees
- Employee Wellness Coordinator
- Upward Mobility
- Flexible Hours and Paid Time Off - includes Sick, Vacation, and Holiday (Based on Hours Worked)
- Employer Sponsored Benefits Includes:
- Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Group Term Life
- Short-Term Disability Benefits
- Health reimbursement
- Retirement plan options
- Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick time off.
Role and Responsibilities:
We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Driver to join our team. As the Meals on Wheels Driver , you will be responsible for safely transporting meals and materials as assigned to and from job sites.
- Act as a liaison between customers and the kitchen, ensuring that all meals are made for our customers.
- Take an accurate count of daily meals needed and load thermos and food containers onto the delivery van.
- Ensure all containers are accounted for and loaded securely to prevent spills.
- Deliver meals (both congregate and individual) to assigned sites, carrying food items inside as directed.
- Maintain accurate delivery records and mark participants who are not home.
- Collect any pans ready to be returned.
- Move Cambro food containers between locations as needed.
- Clean Cambro food containers and other food containers daily.
- Clean and maintain the delivery van as necessary.
- Complete daily pre-drive safety checks and report any issues to the Driver Supervisor.
- Log food temperatures every two hours, using an infrared thermometer and weekly logs.
- Read and understand food safety labels and hygiene instructions.
- Follow Meals on Wheels Staff Guidelines.
- Complete tasks efficiently and on time.
- Assist kitchen staff as needed during meal preparation.
- Handle complaints politely and maintain a professional demeanor.
- Perform any additional tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Must have a valid driver's license
- 3 Years clean driving record (Preferred)
- Strong commitment to a high level of service and quality standards.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to read and understand labels and instructions, particularly regarding food safety and food hygiene procedures.
Physical Demands:
- A driver spends long hours behind the wheel, which requires constant attention, focus, and quick decision-making, particularly in busy urban areas or congested roadways. Maintaining focus over long shifts can lead to mental fatigue.
- Depending on the type of delivery, drivers may need to manually unload and carry heavy or bulky items, such as boxes of groceries, pallets, or refrigerated products. Items can weigh anywhere from 10 to 50 pounds or more, and handling them requires proper lifting techniques to avoid injury.
- Loading and unloading goods from the vehicle can involve repetitive motions, such as lifting, bending, and twisting, which can put strain on the back, shoulders, and wrists.
- Driving for extended periods, especially in urban or rural areas with lots of stops, requires physical stamina. Drivers must maintain energy levels throughout the day while handling deliveries, which may involve walking short distances to the customer's door, navigating stairs, or lifting heavy loads.
- Drivers often use carts, dollies, or hand trucks to help move heavy or large items, which requires manual dexterity and coordination.
- In certain cases, such as delivering to homes or multi-story buildings, drivers may need to climb stairs or navigate uneven terrain. This requires mobility and the ability to safely carry items up steps or through tight spaces.
Environmental Demands:
- Drivers are exposed to a wide range of weather conditions, depending on their geographic location and the time of year. This could include:
- During the summer, drivers may face hot temperatures, which can lead to dehydration, fatigue, or heat-related illnesses, especially if unloading requires physical effort.
- In colder climates, winter conditions such as snow, ice, and rain can make driving hazardous. Drivers may also need to work in cold conditions when making deliveries in refrigerated trucks or unloading items from vehicles in wet or snowy weather.
- Drivers also need to navigate through windy conditions or storms, which can affect vehicle control, visibility, and delivery time.
- While driving, a driver is exposed to road noise, engine sounds, and the hum of the vehicle, which can contribute to fatigue and discomfort during long hours behind the wheel. Additionally, the physical activity of unloading or loading items can be noisy, particularly in urban environments.
- Drivers must navigate a variety of road conditions, including congested traffic, construction zones, poorly maintained roads, and detours. These environmental factors can increase stress and the time it takes to make deliveries. Drivers must be prepared to adapt quickly to changing road conditions, such as poor weather or traffic accidents.
- Drivers in urban environments may be exposed to poor air quality due to pollution, especially when stuck in traffic. Poor air quality can affect respiratory health over time, particularly if driving during rush hours when traffic emissions are high.
- Deliveries may take drivers to areas with limited parking or narrow streets, which can make it difficult to park the delivery vehicle or maneuver the goods to the correct location. Delivering to apartment buildings, multi-level stores, or rural locations with no easy access can present challenges in terms of space and time management.
- Drivers are also responsible for ensuring their vehicle is in good working order, including checking tire pressure, fuel levels, and ensuring that the vehicle is clean and ready for deliveries. Comfort within the vehicle is also a consideration, especially for long-haul or multi-stop routes, as discomfort can contribute to fatigue and reduced focus.
- One of the most significant risks for a driver is being involved in a traffic accident. This could be due to other drivers' negligence, bad weather, or driving fatigue. Defensive driving skills are essential to mitigate this risk.
- When unloading items from the vehicle, drivers may encounter wet or uneven surfaces, increasing the risk of slips and falls, especially in outdoor environments or parking lots.
- Frequent lifting and carrying of heavy items, particularly at awkward angles, can result in muscle strain or injury. Proper lifting techniques and the use of tools like dollies or hand trucks are crucial to reducing these risks.
- Drivers must take care when maneuvering vehicles in tight spaces, whether it's a busy street, a narrow alley, or a tight loading dock. Accidental vehicle collisions or hitting obstacles can result in damage to the vehicle or injury.
If you meet these qualifications and are eager to start a new job with CW Resources, we encourage you to APPLY today!!
Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. RW Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and ensuring a workplace free from all forms of discrimination or harassment. We strongly encourage women, people of color, people with disabilities, people who are veterans, people who identify as LGBTQ, and members of ethnic minorities to apply!
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Qualifications
Behaviors Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Loyal - Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Experience 3 years: Driving experience (required)
Licenses & Certifications Driver's License (required)
Skills Communication (preferred) Collaboration (preferred) Team Building (preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)