Grocery Rescue Driver

Tempe Community Action Agency; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempe Community Action Agency seeks a dedicated driver to operate agency vehicles and trailers to support Meals on Wheels, food pantry deliveries, and program sites in Tempe. The role emphasizes safety, punctuality, and customer service with various outreach activities.

Responsibilities include transporting meals, materials, and trailers, keeping vehicles clean, and reporting issues promptly. A clean driving record is required, with flexibility to meet evolving program needs.

Qualifications

• Operates box trucks, pickup trucks, and trailers safely.
• Hauls trailers and uses trailer hitch as required.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, or early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Drive agency vehicles and haul trailers to service sites within Tempe.
• Transport donated food to the Food Pantry and deliver meals as needed.
• Load and unload materials, maintain vehicle cleanliness and basic maintenance.
• Document routes, mileage, and schedules; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Box truck operation

Trailer hauling

Flexible schedule

Physically capable

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Tempe, AZ 85281

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: None

Travel Percentage: Road Warrior

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Transportation

Purpose:

Using multiple vehicle types including a commercial box truck, the Agency Driver safely transports materials, supplies, meals, and commercial trailers between sites within Tempe, and ensures that agency vehicles are maintained according to schedule. The position requires a clean driving record and ability to transport agency vehicles and commercial shower and laundry trailers in a safe and timely manner. The position is also forward-facing and interacts with program participants and community partners in various settings.

Supervision Received

Receives supervision from the Program Manager.

Essential Functions

• Drives agency vehicles and hauls commercial trailers to and from various program sites within Tempe. Transports/sets up/returns mobile shower and laundry trailers at service location(s) based on established schedule.
• Transports donated food from various sites to TCAA’s Food Pantry
• May use personal vehicle to transport prepared meals to the homes of Meals on Wheels program participants, while checking on the welfare of each participant and obtaining signatures as proof of delivery
• Transports materials and supplies to and from various service locations; performs loading and offloading of program materials and supplies
• Operates and maintains cleanliness and maintenance of the agency vehicle(s), trailers, and other equipment used by the program
• Transports agency vehicles and trailers for vehicle maintenance and repair appointments

Ongoing Responsibilities

• Carries out transportation duties in a timely manner
• Complies with program and agency policies and procedures including but not limited to attendance and punctuality, vehicle safety and cleanliness, proper handling of equipment and supplies, end-of-day vehicle checks, and professional conduct on the job
• May be required to handle vehicle emergencies outside of normal business hours
• Promptly informs supervisor of vehicle damage, traffic violations issued during work hours, or other incidents of concern
• Tracks schedules, mileage, routes, and other related information
• Performs other duties as needed and appropriately assigned

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate a box truck, F-150 truck, 10-passenger van, haul trailers, and operate trailer hitch
• Flexible schedule including occasional weekends, evenings and/or early mornings
• Must be physically able to step up and down steps, safety secure trailers for transport, and lift up to 70 lbs
• Ability to stand, twist and bend for long periods of time

Additional Requirements

• Mechanically Inclined
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and respect for people with economic challenges
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Punctual and reliable
• Maintain a clean driving record after hiring

Experience

• Requires one or more years related experience and safe driving history involving company vehicles, box truck(s), and hauling trailers
• Responsible work history indicating dependability, initiative, flexibility and ability to follow directions
• Operation of pallet jack and trailer hitch experience is preferred
• Demonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) desired

Education

• HS Diploma/GED

License/Certifications

• Current AZ Driver’s license (preferably Class C CDL or ability to acquire upon employment)
• Clean driving record
• CPR and Basic First Aid or ability to obtain certifications upon employment
• Ability to obtain Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card, Central Registry Clearance, and Adult Protective Services Clearance after hiring