Class A Professional Driver

Houston Food Bank•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Class A Professional Driver supports Houston Food Bank’s Mission: Food for Better Lives by ensuring the safe, reliable, and timely transportation of food and other essentials to various local sites within the Houston Food Bank’s 18-county service area allowing drivers to be home daily. This position is critical to fighting food insecurity by being part of a team that transports millions of pounds of nutritious meals annually to Partner Agencies that serve children, students, seniors, individuals, and families in need. This role supports varying hours and days of operation to meet the needs of the community. Adhere to PACT values. (Purpose: Using our strengths passionately to contribute to our mission. Accountability: Choosing to rise above one’s circumstances and demonstrating ownership to achieve results. See It. Own It. Solve It. Do It. Courage: Standing up for what’s right and acting. Transparency: Doing things openly and honestly).

Requirements

High School Diploma from an accredited school or general education development (GED) certificate
1 year of verifiable Class A tractor/trailer experience. For internal candidates, a Class A license and 1 year of commercial driving experience will be accepted in lieu of 1 year of Class A tractor/trailer experience.
Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License for tractor/trailer equipment
Approved 3-Year (Clean/Clear/No Violations) Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Must be able to pass the Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical
Knowledge of motor vehicle operations, traffic rules, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and maintenance of motor vehicles
Knowledge of tracking and dispatch software (i.e., Samsara)
Ability to learn new software systems, smartphones, and driver apps
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to work with a diverse population, including the public
Ability to operate a liftgate
Ability to operate a manual and electric pallet jack
Ability to apply plastic wrap to freight, which may require maneuvering large rolls around pallets or loads.
Ability to maintain records of materials, supplies, time, and work performed
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain files, reports, and records
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service skills and willingness to assist others
Ability to work on and adapt to multiple tasks with attention to detail and accuracy while adhering to deadlines in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
Able to work cooperatively and coordinate well with other departments, partners, and neighbors
Strong time-management skills, self-starter, self-motivated
Strong problem-solving abilities and organizational skills
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Is legally able to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Reliable, consistent, attendance is a requirement. This position requires punctuality and dependable attendance to meet the needs of the business, including attending and taking part in meetings and presentations.
Operates company vehicles over established routes while strictly adhering to all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and guidelines safely and courteously.
Complies with Houston Food Bank (HFB), local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations while providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers.
Maintains assigned equipment by performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections and notifying management of any issues with equipment.
Represents HFB in a positive manner by providing exemplary customer service and interacting with others in a professional manner while on duty.
Reports all accidents to management.
Delivers partner agency orders and/or donations in assigned equipment and picks up donated or purchased products from various donor and vendor sites, which may include shrink wrapping a pallet. Pick-ups and deliveries may be unattended, as donors or partner agencies may not be on site and their facilities may be closed.
Loads and unloads products either by hand or the use of a manual or electric pallet jack.
Unloads product upon return to the domicile as directed by the leader.
Inspects product being delivered, donated, or purchased for quality as assigned by the leader.
Responsible for jockey equipment in the yard, between “Primary” and “Off-Site” locations, to and from the maintenance provider, and as assigned by the leader.
Completes trip report(s) for compliance and reporting and submits these reports daily at the end of the shift.
Completes and turns in all paperwork to the assigned, responsible persons or departments as instructed by the leader.
Keeps equipment clean and free of debris, both interior and exterior.
Offers suggestions regarding routing, assignments, etc. that may improve the performance of the organization.