Driver, Class A

Feeding Tampa Bay; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Feeding Tampa Bay is seeking a Class A Driver based at Causeway Center, Florida. You will deliver to agencies and donors, perform pre-trip inspections, and ensure accurate route documentation. The role requires a valid CDL, a clean driving record, and at least two years of driving experience.

Forklift and pallet jack certification are desirable, with willingness to obtain certs within 30 days. Expect early core hours and an on-site, team-focused environment supporting hunger-relief operations.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and clean driving record required.
• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• Forklift and pallet jack certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days.
• Food safety certification, or willingness to obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Deliver product to agencies and scheduled pickup sites within Florida.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and ensure route reports are accurate.
• Secure signatures and reconcile pickups/drop-offs.
• Maintain hygiene inside and outside tractors and trailers.
• Complete mileage logs and debrief with supervisor on route conditions.
• Assist with loading/unloading when resources are limited.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and program requirements.

Skills

Driving

Excel

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Clean driving record

Food safety certification

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack

Job description

Description

Position Title: Class A Driver

Reports to: Transportation Manager

Department: Operations

Location: Causeway Center

Classification: On-site

Core Hours: 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Status: Nonexempt

Grade: 3

Range: $25.00/hour

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Feeding Tampa Bay serves ten counties in West Central Florida and we are a leader in hunger relief across our region. Just last year, we served 85M meals to our neighbors through direct service and through our network of 400+ food pantry partners. But we know food alone won't solve hunger - that's why we're redefining that it means to feed our region. By creating pathways to possibilities for nearly 1 million people, Feeding Tampa Bay connects and convenes solutions, partners and resources that nourish long-term stability. As a member of the Feeding America Network, we will work to dismantle barriers for individuals, families, and seniors across our area - because it's possible.

Focused on uplifting our neighbors toward long-term sustainability, Feeding Tampa Bay nourishes human potential by providing access to food and then leveraging that access to connect those we serve with empowering resources.

At Feeding Tampa Bay, we are on a united path to transform our community. We thoughtfully drive change while embracing and celebrating our collective impact, as well as the impact of each individual. Through our Grow Code we strive to honor all, conquer together, be imaginists, speak with truth, and stay rooted in the mission of Feeding Tampa Bay.

SUMMARY

Deliver product to agencies and scheduled pickup sites and pickup product from donors within the state of Florida.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform pre-trip inspection of tractor and trailer. Report any defects immediately to the supervisor.
• Pick up product from donors and obtain signature or stamp on route report.
• Complete truck inspection information reports.
• Deliver loads to agencies and drop products at predetermined sites for agency pickup.
• Check product deliveries and pick tickets for order/load accuracy.
• Secure signature from agency/donor at drops and pickups.
• Complete driver paperwork reconciling pickups and drop offs.
• Maintain a hygienic environment inside and outside of tractors and trailers.
• Fill out mileage log consisting of times and mileage to all stops.
• Debrief with supervisor regarding route conditions and executions.
• Driver may be responsible for load and unload of the truck when resources or teams are limited
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Excel working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and demonstrate the ability to embrace the FTB's commitment to treat all people with equity and respect in pursuit of our mission for flourishing communities
• Valid Class A commercial driver’s license
• Clean driving record
• At least 2 years driving experience
• Certified in the use of electrically powered forklift and pallet jack, or willingness to obtain within the first 30-day of employment
• Food safety certification, or willingness to obtain within the first 30-day of employment
• Ongoing lifting/lowering, push, pull, and carrying boxes/packages weighing up to 50 lbs. for 8-to-10 hour shifts
• Work in an environment that will contain variable temperatures and humidity, exposure to noise, dust/dirt
• Bend, stop, crouch, climb, stand, sit, walk and turn/pivot
• Willing to actively participate in mission-driven programs, such as food distribution initiatives and disaster relief operations as needed
• All internal candidates must be in good standing with no corrective actions within the last 90 days