Delivery Driver - OrderID: 4506

TemPositions•New York, NY

21d•Onsite

About The Position

A non-profit, multi-service organization seeks punctual drivers to drive and maintain a vehicle used to deliver meals to homebound elders. The driver transports a team to complete meal deliveries on assigned routes within an established time frame and also delivers individual meals on a specific route. The position is based in Long Island City, Manhattan, East Harlem, and Yorkville. Food and supplies are picked up each morning in Long Island City, and deliveries take place in Manhattan. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The role is listed as temp to hire and pays $22 per hour. Experience with other delivery companies in a similar program is described as ideal.

Requirements

Be highly punctual and personable.
Be able to work independently and in a group setting.
Hold a valid New York State driver's license.
Have at least 2 years of driving experience in New York City or high-traffic areas.
Have no more than 1 moving violation in the previous 24 months.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Demonstrate sensitivity to an aging population.
Be able to work either Thanksgiving or Christmas Day.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma is preferred.
Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Experience working with other delivery companies in a similar program is ideal.

Responsibilities

Pick up and deliver meals to homebound seniors.
Pick up and drop off delivery staff on the designated route.
Observe clients and their surroundings and report concerns as needed.
Keep vehicles clean and in good operating condition, and assist with oversight of vehicle maintenance.
Inspect vehicles daily and immediately report operational or structural defects.
Review vehicle documentation to ensure inspections, registration, and insurance information are up to date.
Maintain an accurate daily log of meal deliveries and contributions collected.
Assist in scheduling meal deliveries to minimize the time and distance between deliveries.
Keep daily gasoline and mileage records.
Pick up and return vehicles to the garage or parking place daily.