Local Route Driver – Food Deliveries

St. Louis Area Foodbank; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO (Paid Time Off)

403b plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

St. Louis Area Foodbank in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Route Driver to pick up and deliver food products, maintain vehicles, and uphold safety and sanitation standards.

You will work independently, follow DOT regulations, and coordinate with the Senior Transportation Manager to ensure timely distributions to agencies and partner food banks. Valid Class B license required; Class A preferred; ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and driving experience required.
• Must possess and maintain a Class B driver's license.
• Class A driver's license preferred.
• Meet and adhere to DOT regulations.
• Skilled in the operation of standard warehouse equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail, handle interruptions, and maintain focus on tasks producing accurate work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Commitment to the Foodbank's mission and EPIC values (Evolve, People-Centric, Integrity, Courage).
• Must be able to pass pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen, annual MVR review, and driving skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Drive Foodbank vehicles to make product pickups and deliveries to agencies and/or affiliate food banks.
• Maintain accurate records by completing all required procedures and forms to ensure the smooth operation of the Foodbank.
• Ensure accuracy of both general warehouse and freezer delivery orders by reading invoices and confirming counts prior to making delivery.
• Assist in inventory reconciliation. Assist in various duties pertaining to maintaining accurate inventory.
• Assist in monthly distribution preparation, tracking and reconciliation.
• Assist in the distribution process to meet customer needs.
• Inspect all product upon pick up, paying close attention to the temperature of freezer and refrigerated items, and determine fitness of product for distribution.
• Conduct daily check on transportation equipment to ensure it is clean, safe and highway-ready.
• Follow safe workplace practices.
• Follow policies and procedures related to food safety and equipment safety.
• Take an active role in reinforcing safe work practices.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Class B license

Lifting 75 lbs

Detail oriented

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

St. Louis Area Foodbank in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Route Driver to pick up and deliver food products, maintain vehicles, and uphold safety and sanitation standards.

You will work independently, follow DOT regulations, and coordinate with the Senior Transportation Manager to ensure timely distributions to agencies and partner food banks. Valid Class B license required; Class A preferred; ability to lift up to 75 pounds.