Meals on Wheels Driver

Horizons, A Family Service Alliance; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Horizons, a Family Service Alliance, is seeking a Meals on Wheels Driver in Cedar Rapids, IA. This part-time role runs Tue-Fri, roughly 9:00 am to 1:30 pm, delivering warm meals and a friendly face to older adults and people with disabilities, helping them stay independent at home.

You’ll handle meal deliveries, assist with packing, maintain safety and sanitary practices, complete paperwork, and support pantry operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa driver's license and auto insurance.
• Clean MVR; background check required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must pass criminal history and pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, timely, and temperature-appropriate meals to clients and designated drop-off locations
• Assist in packing coolers, review meal counts before distribution, and load/unload vehicles
• Perform daily safety check-ins with clients and maintain sanitary delivery practices
• Keep vehicles clean and adhere to driving laws at all times
• Complete required paperwork and communicate daily progress with your team and supervisor
• Support pantry operations and other tasks as needed

Skills

Dependable

Compassionate

Team player

Good communication

Punctual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER - HORIZONS | Cedar Rapids, IA Part-time Tues-Fri, Generally 9:00 am–1:30 pm

About the role

Make a real difference in the lives of older adults and people with disabilities. As a Meals on Wheels Driver for Horizons, you'll deliver warm meals - and a friendly face - to community members who count on your visit.

What you'll do

• Deliver accurate, timely, and temperature-appropriate meals to clients and designated drop-off locations
• Assist in packing coolers, review meal counts before distribution, and load/unload vehicles
• Perform daily safety check-ins with clients and maintain sanitary delivery practices
• Keep vehicles clean and in working order; adhere to all driving laws at all times
• Complete required paperwork and communicate daily progress with your team and supervisor
• Support pantry operations and other tasks as needed

Requirements

• Valid Iowa driver's license and auto insurance
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR check required)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs; walk and stand for extended periods
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Must pass a criminal history and background check and pre- employment drug/alcohol testing

Who you are

You're a dependable, compassionate team player with a genuine care for older adults and people with disabilities. You take pride in your work, communicate well, and bring a positive attitude every day.

Our values:

Integrity Inclusivity Compassion

Must complete a criminal history and child and dependent adult abuse background check. Convictions are assessed by Horizons' Review Team and do not necessarily disqualify a candidate from employment.