Food Shelf Driver ( Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday)

NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center•Minneapolis, MN

3d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center's (NorthPoint) is to create a healthier community. Three pillars provide the foundation for serving the North Minneapolis community: Whole-Person Integrated Care, Building Community Well-Being, and Health Equity. Whole-Person Integrated Care: NorthPoint offers a continuum of social and health services that integrate medical, dental, and behavioral health with human services to improve quality of life. We strive to serve our community by addressing the physical, behavioral, social, and spiritual aspects of health in culturally responsive and trauma-informed ways. Building Community Well-Being: A community's sense of well-being includes social, economic, environmental, cultural, and political conditions identified by the members of a community as essential for them to "flourish and fulfill their potential." To build and nurture community well-being, we must understand the population we serve to improve their health, safety, and access to the services they need. Health Equity: NorthPoint is committed to health equity that requires valuing everyone. We strive to reduce the social, economic, and health inequities experienced by the community and the people we serve. We work with community partners to support people in reaching their full health potential. Under the supervision of the Food Shelf Supervisor, the Food Shelf Driver operates company vehicles to pick-up and deliver food donations from assigned donors and vendors for delivery to the Food Shelf and/or other authorized locations. The Food Shelf Driver will follow all DOT and safety rules and regulations as well as monitor the physical and mechanical condition of all company vehicles. This position will also assist with receiving and recording donations, unloading incoming and outgoing inventory, and tracking inventory levels. The Food Shelf Driver may be the main or only contact that donors have with NorthPoint so strong customer service skills are a priority.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, required.
Valid MN Driver's license and the ability to pass NorthPoint, Inc.'s driving requirements, required.
Minimum of 2 years of driving experience, required.
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Experience working in a team-oriented environment, including working with volunteers.
Demonstrated ability to relate to individuals and families of varied ethnic, cultural backgrounds, ages and economic circumstances.
Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel and computer tracking database.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle or pallet jack with a valid license.
Knowledge and experience of food shelf operations or grocery store standards.
Demonstrated understanding and application of excellent customer service.
Ability to read a map, GPS or instructions while navigating to various locations.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting timelines.
Effectively apply principles of AIDET and demonstrate the ability to utilize tact, diplomacy, professionalism, and empathy in interactions.
Knowledgeable of and ability to follow data privacy and confidentiality standards and protocols.
Ability to have a professional personal presentation.
Great attention to detail and stress tolerance.

Responsibilities

Operates company vehicles to pick-up and deliver food donations from assigned donors and vendors for delivery to the Food Shelf and/or other authorized locations.
Follows all DOT and safety rules and regulations.
Monitors the physical and mechanical condition of all company vehicles.
Assists with receiving and recording donations.
Assists with unloading incoming and outgoing inventory.
Assists with tracking inventory levels.