CDL-A Delivery Driver

Food Bank of Central New York•Syracuse, NY

1d•$23 - $25

About The Position

The CDL-A Delivery Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation and delivery of food products to various distribution sites and partner agencies throughout Central New York. This role requires adherence to all traffic and transportation laws, as well as Food Bank policies and procedures related to vehicle operation and food safety.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid CDL-A license.
Clean driving record.
DOT Medical Card.
Food Safety Certification (ServSafe) upon hire, and annually thereafter.
One year of experience driving commercial vehicles preferred.
Previous experience in delivery and logistics preferred.
Knowledge of transportation corridors of Central and Northern New York State preferred.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work well with diverse groups of people.
Excellent math skills.
Knowledge of safe driving practices and vehicle maintenance.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with GPS and route management tools.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 60+ pounds regularly.
Ability to sit for extended periods while driving and to stand and walk during loading and unloading.
Comfort with navigating and maneuvering the vehicle in various weather conditions and traffic scenarios.
Ability to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) required physical.

Nice To Haves

Bi-or multi-lingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate Food Bank vehicles, primarily Class A trucks, for the purpose of transporting and delivering food and related products. Report any issues or problems to the Transportation Manager
Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure proper operating condition of the vehicle and compliance with safety standards.
Assist at partner agency sites by loading and unloading vehicles, ensuring the secure and safe transport of goods, and verify load accuracy against shipping documents. This can include verify counts, record shortages/overages, record product damages on invoice, etc.
Complete pick-up runs from donor partners and ensure delivery to the Food Bank.
Maintain accurate driving and delivery records, including times of delivery and mileage.
Communicate with warehouse staff and partner agencies to coordinate pickups and deliveries.
Provide excellent customer service to partner agencies, representing the Food Bank in a professional manner at all times.
Participate in training related to food handling and safety procedures.
Assist with loading and unloading warehouse inventory, as needed.
Other duties as assigned to help and support the mission of the Food Bank.