CDL-B Delivery Driver

Food Bank of Central New York; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

401(k) with employer match

Boot credit

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The CDL-B Delivery Driver at Food Bank of Central New York is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation and delivery of food products to distribution sites and partner agencies across Central New York. This role requires adherence to traffic laws and Food Bank policies on vehicle operation and food safety.

Essential functions include operating Class B trucks, performing vehicle inspections, assisting at partner sites with loading/unloading, and maintaining accurate delivery records

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid CDL-B license and clean driving record required.
• DOT Medical Card and ServSafe Food Safety Certification on hire, with annual renewal.
• Pre-employment drug test and background check conducted.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class B trucks to transport and deliver food and related products.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections for safety and compliance.
• Assist at partner agencies with loading/unloading and verify load accuracy against shipping documents.
• Complete pick-up runs from donor partners and ensure delivery to the Food Bank.
• Maintain accurate driving and delivery records including times and mileage.
• Communicate with warehouse staff and partner agencies to coordinate pickups and deliveries.
• Provide excellent customer service to partner agencies and represent the Food Bank professionally.
• Participate in training related to food handling and safety procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Customer service

GPS & route management

Bilingual ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS systems

Job description

Department: Transportation

Job Description

Position Title: CDL-B Delivery Driver

Department: Transportation

FLSA Status: Full Time Hourly/Non-Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours per Week/Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm (Includes 30-minute unpaid meal break). Schedule may vary slightly depending on daily assigned routes, but no nights, overnights, or weekends.

Benefits: Eligible for Full Time Employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 12 paid Holidays, 1 Floating Holiday, generous PTO, administered 401(k) after 1 month with employer match after 1 year, $100 annual boot credit, eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for federal college loans, and more.

Reports To: Transportation Manager

Salary Range: $22.99/hour-$24.85/hour

Revision Date: 09/14/26

Who We Are

Established in 1985, Food Bank of Central New York is a not-for-profit organization leading the fight to end hunger across an 11-county service area that includes Central New York, Northern New York, and the Mohawk Valley. The Food Bank acts as the primary food distribution hub for hundreds of food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and faith-based organizations in our region.

In addition to food acquisition and distribution, we address the root causes of food insecurity through innovative programming, nutrition education, outreach, and collaboration with non-traditional food bank partners such as healthcare providers. The Food Bank also engages in state and federal advocacy efforts to strengthen anti-hunger policy and work alongside community partners to create lasting solutions that ensure all neighbors can thrive.

Our Impact Over 12 Months Is

• 22.5 million pounds of food distributed
• 18.7 million meals provided to neighbors in need
• 7.6 million pounds of produce and dairy distributed
• 6.1 million pounds of food rescued from 146 retail partners
• 576,080 pounds of hygiene & household items distributed

Position Summary

The CDL-B Delivery Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation and delivery of food products to various distribution sites and partner agencies throughout Central New York. This role requires adherence to all traffic and transportation laws, as well as Food Bank policies and procedures related to vehicle operation and food safety.

Essential Functions

• Operate Food Bank vehicles, primarily Class B trucks, for the purpose of transporting and delivering food and related products. Report any issues or problems to the Transportation Manager
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure proper operating condition of the vehicle and compliance with safety standards.
• Assist at partner agency sites by loading and unloading vehicles, ensuring the secure and safe transport of goods, and verify load accuracy against shipping documents. This can include verify counts, record shortages/overages, record product damages on invoice, etc.
• Complete pick-up runs from donor partners and ensure delivery to the Food Bank.
• Maintain accurate driving and delivery records, including times of delivery and mileage.
• Communicate with warehouse staff and partner agencies to coordinate pickups and deliveries.
• Provide excellent customer service to partner agencies, representing the Food Bank in a professional manner at all times.
• Participate in training related to food handling and safety procedures.
• Assist with loading and unloading warehouse inventory, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned to help and support the mission of the Food Bank.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 60+ pounds regularly.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while driving and to stand and walk during loading and unloading.
• Comfort with navigating and maneuvering the vehicle in various weather conditions and traffic scenarios.
• Ability to pass Department of Transportation (DOT) required physical.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for employees who require them due to medical conditions or disabilities.

Education & Certification Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid CDL-B license.
• Clean driving record.
• DOT Medical Card.
• Food Safety Certification (ServSafe) upon hire, and annually thereafter.
• This position will receive a pre-employment drug test (drivers only) and background check. Food Bank of Central New York complies with all applicable state and federal laws pertaining to drug testing and background checks, including Article 23-A.

Experience Requirements

• One year of experience driving commercial vehicles preferred.
• Previous experience in delivery and logistics preferred.

Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of transportation corridors of Central and Northern New York State preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of people.
• Excellent math skills.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with GPS and route management tools.
• Bi-or multi-lingual preferred.

The purpose of this job description is to provide an overview of the scope of the position. This is not a comprehensive list of duties/responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.