Driver -Class A

Gleaners Food Bank Of I•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana is the state’s largest hunger relief organization and one of the leading food banks in the Feeding America Network. In additional to vital hunger relief programs in our 21-county service area, we also operate Fresh Connect Central, a regional produce cooperative for Feeding America, serve as a contract reclamation site for Kroger Central Division, and are a staging site for FEMA disaster response. The purpose of the Class A Driver is to safely and efficiently operate commercial motor vehicle in urban, suburban, and rural areas in the state of Indiana to transport freight. This position is required to load and unload food products to charitable feeding partners and programs. All responsibilities and duties will further Gleaners’ mission to be a leader in the fight against hunger.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Ability to read, write, and understand instructions
Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with all staff members, agencies, volunteers, and donors
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds
Ability to perform basic math functions, count accurately, and maintain accurate records
Ability to operate lift gate safely
Valid driver's license/Clean driving record /3 years of driving experience/Must be insurable by company vehicle insurance provider.

Responsibilities

Deliver food donations to charitable feeding programs
Load orders on trailer for delivery when necessary (must be able to operate forklift and pallet jacks)
Make direct deliveries of product to distribution sites and agencies as scheduled
Pick up food donations from donor companies
Unload donations brought back and make sure receipts are with product
Complete Return Form for all returned product
Provides superior customer service internally and externally.
Comply with DOT, food safety, company policies, federal, state and local regulations.
Operate 53’ trailers or straight trucks with refrigeration units.
Safe operation of equipment and on-time deliveries/pick-ups
Maintain cleanliness of trucks.
Complete all necessary forms and paperwork.
Reliability & Dependability is especially important for this position
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

14 paid holidays 3 Paid Sick Leave Day, Federal Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days & Birthday
Learning & Development Opportunities
Company paid vision, long-term disability, $50,000 life AD&D
Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Maternal, parental & caregiver leave
On-site Gym
Wellness programs
403(b) Plan with up to 4% match
Monthly attendance bonus
Earn up to 10% incentive pay
Apparel allowance