Class A Flex Driver

Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY•Montgomery, NY

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About The Position

The Class A Flex Driver safely transports food donations, products, and other materials while supporting the Food Bank’s food collection, storage, and distribution operations. The role operates Class A and Class B vehicles according to operational needs and assists with warehouse and product-handling activities. This is a full-time, 40-hour, non-exempt position with no supervisory responsibilities. It reports to the Director of Transportation. The position may involve exposure to extreme temperatures or weather conditions and extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, pulling, and reaching, with routine opportunities to change physical position or eye focus. It requires safe power-equipment operation and the ability to lift up to 80 pounds without assistance. The driver works occasional Saturdays as required. Regional Food Bank is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified candidates and employees.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Valid New York State CDL Class A driver’s license.
At least two years of truck driving experience.
Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing or meet an applicable exception under Federal Motor Carrier Safety requirements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain power equipment certification.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift up to 80 pounds without assistance.
Ability to safely operate power equipment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating power equipment in a warehouse setting.

Responsibilities

Pick up and deliver food donations, products, and other materials as needed.
Safely operate company vehicles in compliance with traffic laws and regulations.
Maintain a valid CDL and Department of Transportation Medical Card.
Complete trip reports and ELD documentation accurately each day.
Work occasional Saturdays as required.
Inspect power equipment before use.
Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report issues.
Maintain truck condition by refueling, adding fluids, and cleaning vehicles daily.
Follow Food Bank safety standards and procedures and applicable Department of Transportation requirements.
Assist with proper product handling and storage.
Load and unload cargo and verify load accuracy.
Maintain accurate receiving and inventory records for donated product.
Safely operate power equipment as required and according to established procedures.
Represent the Food Bank positively and professionally when interacting with agencies, donors, vendors, and other external contacts.
Provide courteous and professional service while supporting the Food Bank’s mission and operations.
Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Adhere to the Food Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct.
Maintain required licenses, certifications, and documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.