Meal Program Driver

Ozaukee County; Port Washington (WI); On-site; USD 2,065,000 - 2,237,000; Part time

Job summary

Ozaukee County is seeking a Part Time Meal Program Driver to operate the program vehicle, pick up food from the caterer, and deliver meals to seven meal sites across Ozaukee County and to rural residents in Saukville, Fredonia, and Belgium.

This non-exempt position requires a High School Diploma and a valid Wisconsin driver’s license with a clean driving record. The role also involves vehicle maintenance checks and coordination with the Aging Services Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Ability to work well with others and deliver safe service.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely in all weather to program caterer located in Milwaukee County.
• Load and deliver to seven meal sites within Ozaukee County; handle equipment.
• Deliver meals to rural customers following route sheets.
• Perform wellness checks and report concerns to supervisor.
• Monitor vehicle maintenance and refuel as needed.
• Provide safe, efficient meal delivery and customer service.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Vehicle maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License

Clean driving record

Job description

Part Time/ Non- Exempt Position
Starting Pay: $14.99- $16.24

Job Summary

The Meal Program Driver drives the company meal program vehicle, picks up food from the caterer and delivers to all seven meal sites throughout the week. Additionally, they deliver meals to rural individuals in Saukville, Fredonia, and Belgium and picks up empty food equipment from meal sites and drop off at location for caterer to pick up. Additionally, the Meal Program Driver monitors vehicle maintenance and schedules any necessary service with the highway department and notifies Aging Services Supervisor of scheduled appointments.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully with or without reasonable accommodations to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

50% Safe Driving

Drives safely in all weather conditions to program caterer located in Milwaukee County.

20% Food Pick Up/Delivery to Meal Sites

Loads food and delivers to seven meal sites during the week throughout Ozaukee County. This task includes lifting, reaching and moving of food equipment, and using a food dolly to bring into sites. Organizes food coffins in vehicle to prevent spillage and make sure correct food coffins are delivered to respective sites and picks up and returns food equipment to site for caterer.

15% Delivery of Food to Rural Customers

Follows route sheet instructions for food delivery. This includes getting in and out of vehicle frequently during route and handling hot and cold food and delivering to customers.

5% Wellness Check of Customers

Checks in with each customer and reports concerns to supervisor, including reporting individuals not home for delivery.

5% Monitor Vehicle Maintenance/Gas Fill-up

Keeps track of needed oil changes, tire rotations, tire conditions, cleanliness of vehicle. Regularly fills up vehicle with gas weekly.

5% Customer Service

Provides a safe and efficient delivery of meals to each customer.

Supervision Exercised

None

Minimum Education Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma required.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements

• Requires a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
• Clean Drivers Record.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Qualifications

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.

• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to monitor vehicle maintenance.
• Excellent customer skills.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Ozaukee County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, reach, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push/pull up to 80 pounds.

Work Environment

• Driving and delivering year-round in all weather conditions.

EOE / ADA Statement

Ozaukee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Ozaukee County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Ozaukee County offers a generous benefits package including: health, dental, life, & vision insurance; free employee health clinic & Teladoc; paid holidays, vacation, & sick time; state of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program; bonus opportunities; employee fitness room; wellness program & wellness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement & continuing education opportunities; and more! Please note some that benefits offered are dependent on full-time/part-time status.

Ozaukee County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, disability, genetics, veteran status or military service, marital status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local laws. Ozaukee County also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws.