Class A Truck Driver

Second Harvest of Silicon Valley • San Jose, CA

304d • $28 • Remote

About The Position

To collect and deliver fresh, frozen and processed food products and materials in and out of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. To interact with our suppliers, clients and volunteers with professionalism and courtesy, treating all constituents with dignity and respect. To serve as a positive representative of the Food Bank in helping achieve the organizations mission.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years professional truck driving experience, preferably in a food or food-related environment.
• Possession of a valid California Class A drivers license, current DMV printout with no moving violations, and forklift certification.
• Proven ability to drive Tractor-Trailer, bobtail trucks, operate standard warehouse equipment and demonstrated ability in inspection of vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate all types of warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts and dock levelers.
• Proven ability to work steadily and independently with minimum supervision and to follow standardized written procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and perform basic arithmetic operations.
• Ability to exert force and/or lift or carry items weighing 20 to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to work well with other staff and to relate well to donors and agency representatives.
• Familiarity with the Bay Area.

Responsibilities

• Timely and professional execution of product donation pick-ups and deliveries.
• Deliver food to Brown Bag, Family Harvest and other agency sites and locations in a timely, accurate and courteous manner.
• Work with volunteers who assist in donor pick-ups and deliveries.
• Maintain rapport with donors and/or their employees to foster continued support and a professional working relationship.
• Maintain all current licenses, certifications and medical cards in accordance/compliance with Second Harvest and State mandated requirements.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation for shipping, receiving, unloading and warehousing of product.
• Complete accurate and timely equipment maintenance and safety reports and driver logs.
• Perform cleaning of vehicle(s) and equipment.
• Inspect and secure product donations to assure compliance with food safety and vehicle sanitation policies.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle operation for Biennial Inspection of Terminals (BIT) inspection on a daily basis.
• Perform duties in accordance with Second Harvest Food Banks personnel and food safety policies.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks in accordance with SHFB Policies and OSHA regulations.
• Assist other Operations staff with their responsibilities, as directed by the Transportation or other Operations Supervisors or Managers.
• Assist in maintaining an orderly and sanitary warehouse.
• Report for work during community emergencies or disasters to help in ways that may be different from normal work responsibilities.

Benefits

• $28.16 starting wage or salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Outstanding and generous health benefits program.
• 4-5 weeks of Flexible Time Off (vacation and sick).
• Ten paid holidays.
• Retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees