Driver Helper

DO & CO•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

DO & CO is seeking a Driver Helper to join its New York team. The role supports airline catering operations by preparing and checking catering loads, assisting drivers with deliveries and aircraft loading, and helping ensure compliance with airport, airline, company, regulatory, food-safety, and hygiene requirements. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment and includes physical handling of goods and equipment, vehicle checks, and flexible availability across days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Proactive, dependable, and well-organized.
Comfortable managing a substantial workload in a fast-paced environment.
Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Able to complete assigned tasks efficiently while meeting strict deadlines.
Able to safely lift, push, pull, and move products, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds.
Able to stand and work on your feet for extended periods and in environments with varying temperatures.
Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must successfully complete the mandatory airport security-clearance process for the assigned location, meet all TSA and U.S. Customs requirements outlined in 49 CFR § 1542.209, and obtain the appropriate airport-issued identification badge, such as a SIDA, AOA, or equivalent badge, in accordance with local airport authority regulations.

Responsibilities

Load airline catering equipment, meals, and supplies into catering vehicles and assist drivers throughout the loading process.
Complete final flight checks to ensure all required items are present and flights are catered accurately.
Add missing items and ice as needed and notify the Flight Assembly team of missing carts, canisters, or bulk-loaded items.
Assist drivers with loading, unloading, pickup, and delivery of goods and materials.
Support aircraft loading and unloading according to airline and DO & CO procedures, regulations, and specifications.
Assist with required vehicle fueling and pre- and post-operation checks.
Immediately report vehicle damage, mechanical concerns, or other irregularities to Dispatch.
Comply with all airport, airline, company, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Follow food safety and hygiene regulations outlined in the Food Safety Management System handbook.
Report food safety concerns or system issues to management and the Hygiene and Food Safety team.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.