MOW PT Driver

Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston•La Marque, TX

About The Position

The MOW Part-Time Driver works with the Senior Services team, delivering hot and frozen meals to Meals on Wheels clients’ homes for up to 20 hours per week. The driver uses a personal vehicle to complete assigned routes, provide friendly and reliable service, and report client wellness concerns or delivery issues to the appropriate coordinator.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read and write English and follow written instructions.
Must be over 21 years old.
Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.
Reliable automobile with valid registration, inspection, and automobile liability insurance as required by law; documentation must be available for submission throughout employment.
Smartphone with GPS enabled, ability to use navigation, and familiarity with mobile apps.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to develop rapport with clients.
Ability to lift 20 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

Arrive at the assigned shift time.
Report changes in clients’ well-being to the respective MOW Coordinator.
Operate and maintain a personal vehicle safely and courteously.
Deliver daily meals directly to clients reliably and in a friendly manner.
Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle and meal carriers, as well as personal hygiene.
Read and interpret route maps provided by the Driver Coordinator.
Follow the assigned route and deliver meals within the required time frame.
Keep timesheets and accurate records of time spent on routes.
Report daily any route deviations or reasons meals could not be delivered within the required time frame.
Accurately record meal deliveries on route sheets.
Track the daily meal count and submit a meal order two days in advance.
Communicate missed meals, client absences, and potential complaints to the Coordinator or Manager.
Follow organizational policies and procedures, including safety, food-handling, and client-service procedures.
Attend organization meetings and mandatory events during or after the assigned shift.
Complete MOW driver training before taking the first independent route.
Attend work regularly and request time off at least two weeks in advance.
During the first week, learn the twenty most common Texas Administrative Code items and the MOW funders.
Within the first 90 days, complete the Maintenance Course, view two of five MOW educational videos, complete the in-house driver safety class, and become food certified through in-house training and testing.