Mission-Driven DOT Driver for Food Rescue

Loaves & Fishes; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Loaves & Fishes is seeking a DOT Driver to support food rescue and logistics operations. This role is primarily responsible for transporting donated food from schools, retailers, manufacturers, restaurants, and community partners to Loaves & Fishes sites—redirecting safe, high-quality food from waste to neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

The position is primarily driving-focused, with warehouse support provided as needed in coordination with Loaves & Fishes staff.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in driving, food operations, warehouse, logistics, or related work.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with staff.
• Strong time management and organizational skills; adaptable to changing priorities.
• Comfortable using basic computer systems and mobile devices.
• Experience working with nonprofits, volunteers, or community partners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pick up scheduled food donations using a Loaves & Fishes box truck, based on coordinated routes.
• Comply with DOT regulations, food safety standards, and organizational policies during all transport activities.
• Safely handle perishable food using thermometers, freezer blankets, and best practices.
• Record temperatures of meat, dairy, and frozen products at pickup and delivery.
• Weigh, sort, rotate, date-check, and properly store donated food.
• Issue donation receipts and assist with required tracking and reporting.
• Load and unload pallets, boxes, and bags into vehicles, coolers, freezers, or shelving.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization of vehicles, warehouse, and loading dock areas.
• Monitor vehicle condition and report maintenance needs to the primary point of contactProvide warehouse or logistics support as needed in coordination with staff

Skills

Driving experience

Customer service

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Computer literacy

Nonprofit experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Loaves & Fishes is seeking a DOT Driver to support food rescue and logistics operations. This role is primarily responsible for transporting donated food from schools, retailers, manufacturers, restaurants, and community partners to Loaves & Fishes sites—redirecting safe, high-quality food from waste to neighbors experiencing food insecurity.

The position is primarily driving-focused, with warehouse support provided as needed in coordination with Loaves & Fishes staff.