DRIVER 1 Non-CDL

Food Bank Of The Rockies • Aurora, CO

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About The Position

The Driver 1 Non-CDL supports Food Bank of the Rockies’ food rescue and distribution efforts by picking up and delivering food products, supplies, and materials to and from various sites. Driving assignments include Partner Agency orders, donor and food drive pickups, Grocery Rescue routes, TEFAP/Everyday Eats routes, and occasional Mobile Pantry routes. The position loads and unloads product and operates vans, food trucks, and 26-foot box trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of less than 26,000 pounds. The role regularly interacts with volunteers, Hunger Relief Partners, donors, and the general public.

This full-time, non-exempt position works approximately 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Work may occasionally include evenings and Saturdays based on business needs. Travel is local within the Food Bank of the Rockies service area; overnight trips are not required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Prior experience working in a warehouse environment is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience working with low-income communities is preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.
• Prioritize safe driving and DOT compliance and demonstrate respect and professionalism in interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Prior warehouse experience.
• Experience working with low-income communities.
• Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

• Pick up donated food products from food drives and donors and deliver them to agencies.
• Unload incoming products and load trucks with outbound food products according to delivery specifications and Food Bank of the Rockies policies.
• Keep the cab and cargo area organized, clean, and sanitized, and maintain food-handling equipment.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and other vehicle schedules in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Perform light vehicle maintenance, including checking fluid levels, maintaining tires, and sanitation.
• Maintain food-industry standards and certification for proper product handling, storage, and distribution in accordance with Food Bank of the Rockies and Feeding America standards.
• Communicate with and maintain congenial relationships with donors, agencies, and volunteers.
• Maintain receipts, invoices, and other required paperwork for each site.
• Cover additional routes as needed to support the Transportation department.
• Occasionally assist with warehouse duties, including record-keeping, waste, inventory counts, sanitation, equipment, and building and grounds maintenance.
• Coordinate with transportation, warehouse, and receiving teams regarding deliveries and donations brought back to the facility, and support other drivers when needed.
• Arrive on time, maintain consistent attendance, complete required pre- and post-trip tasks, and inform Transportation management when necessary supplies or equipment are unavailable.

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off, including 10 paid holidays, sick leave, and opportunities for paid volunteer time.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% employer match and additional tenure-based matching, for a potential total match of up to 8.5%.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Leave through the Colorado-funded FAMLI (Family and Medical Leave Insurance) Program.
• Monthly incentive for certified bilingual staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED