Child Nutrition Food Services Transporter - Project

County of Contra Costa; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Employment and Human Services Department of Contra Costa County as a Child Nutrition Food Services Transporter. This vital role involves transporting nutritious meals for children to various locations, contributing directly to community health and wellness. You'll work in a collaborative environment, facing challenges such as inclement weather while enjoying the satisfaction of serving children and families.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Community service impact

Qualifications

• One year of experience driving for a professional service.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Transport meals and food supplies to childcare centers.
• Package and unload food for delivery.
• Keep records of deliveries and vehicle maintenance.

Skills

Motivated

Team-oriented

Organized

Adaptable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

California Motor Vehicle Operator's License

Job description

Bargaining Unit: Local 1 - Family and Children's Services Unit

The Employment and Human Services Department is currently accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy for Child Nutrition Food Services Transporter-Project in the Community Services Bureau.

Contra Costa County’s Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency. The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and embracing diversity. This position will be primarily responsible for the daily transportation of meals from the central kitchen, located in Richmond, to various childcare centers county-wide. They will assist in packaging, loading, transporting, and unloading food and supplies.

Positions in this classification are exempt from classified service and work in State and/or Federally funded project positions administered by Contra Costa County.
To read the complete job description, please visit the website, County of Contra Costa - Class Specification Bulletin (governmentjobs.com).

We are looking for someone who is:

• Motivated
• Team-oriented
• Organized and capable of managing time effectively
• Adaptable

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Driving a delivery van to transport meals and food supplies to childcare centers throughout Contra Costa County
• Loading and unloading meals and supplies.
• Keeping records of deliveries
• Packaging meals for delivery to several sites and ensuring modified meals for children with dietary restrictions are available
• Washing and disinfecting food containers
• Delivering department mail and other materials as required
• Maintaining vehicle in clean and orderly manner
• Keeping records of vehicle maintenance
• Cleaning refrigerators and other equipment

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will be serving the community by providing highly nutritious meals for children
• You will be part of a highly collaborative and supportive team
• You will work in a Bureau that is focused on staff wellness and self-care

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Inclement weather during deliveries
• You may occasionally be asked to support alternative delivery routes

Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate.

License Required: Candidates must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process.

Experience: One (1) year of full time, or its equivalent, experience driving a vehicle for a professional service or agency.

Other Requirements: As required by law, all appointees must successfully pass fingerprint and tuberculosis clearance and a current physical examination.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Food Handler Certificate
• Experience in food preparation
• Experience in early childhood education

1. Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants must apply online at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement and supplemental questionnaire by the final filing date.
2. Interview: Applications will be evaluated, and those candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to interview.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

The employment list established by this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Delaina Gillaspy at [e-mail]. For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at [phone].

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.