Operations Associate-CDL Driver

The Vermont Foodbank, Inc.

Barre, Northern (VT, KY)

Hybrid

USD 73,784,000 - 80,719,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Vermont Foodbank, Inc. in Barre, VT is seeking an Operations Associate – CDL Driver to safely operate Foodbank vehicles on local routes, load and unload, and support daily distribution to Vermont communities. This temporary role begins in October and requires a Class B CDL and safety focus.

You will collaborate with volunteers and staff, assist with warehouse tasks, and help ensure respectful service to diverse community members while maintaining safe, efficient operations across Vermont.

Qualifications

Experience driving large straight/semi-trucks or similar vehicles in a food distribution or related setting.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required; valid CDL recommended or required.
Ability to lift 45 pounds and perform physical tasks safely.

Responsibilities

Safely operate Vermont Foodbank vehicles on local routes and return home daily.
Load/unload and distribute food product, working with volunteers and staff to deliver service.
Engage with community members from diverse backgrounds and ensure a positive service experience.

Skills

CDL driver

Customer service

Communication

Physical stamina

Organizational skills

Flexible hours

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Commercial Driver’s License (Class B)

Job description

Description

Operations Associate-CDL Driver

Location: Barre, VT

Salary: $25.75-$28.17 an hour

Job Type: Temporary (Beginning in October; duration based on organizational need)

Drive With Purpose.

Be Home Every Night.

Make a Real Impact.

Join the Vermont Foodbank as an Operations Associate – CDL Driver and help bring food, hope and connection to Vermont communities. We’re seeking a dependable, safety-focused driver who wants more than a job, you want a mission.

What you’ll do:

Safely operate Foodbank vehicles across Vermont, local routes, home daily.
Load/unload, distribute food product, work with volunteers + staff to deliver service.
Engage with community members of diverse backgrounds, your role matters.
Support warehouse logistics: product storage, equipment movement, food reclamation.
Collaborate with Warehouse, Facilities and Community Impact teams.

What we’re looking for:

Valid CDL (Class B +)
Comfortable with lifting, loading, physical tasks.
Strong communicator, team player, self-motivated and safe.
Passion for community service, willingness to interact respectfully with our clientele.

Why join us?

Because you’ll do work that matters. You’ll be part of a progressive, equity-minded organization dedicated to making sure everyone in Vermont has enough food every day. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of inequity. As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and inclusion.

Ready to drive change?

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and seek to bring our values of diversity and inclusion to our hiring process. Beyond our commitment to non-discrimination, we encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our organization and who have lived experience of inequity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact Carlos Camacho at ccamacho@vtfoodbank.org .

Requirements

Position Title: Operations Associate - CDL Driver

Job Level: Level 1

Position Type (Exempt/Non-exempt): Temporary

Benefits: Eligible for benefits according to the Personnel Manual

Supervisor’s Title: Director-Branch Operations

Position Purpose:

This temporary position reports to the Director-Branch Operations. The primary responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: driving, distributing, loading, and unloading Vermont Foodbank vehicles safely at various communities in Vermont. In addition to these primary responsibilities, this position regularly interacts with community members with diverse backgrounds and stories. This position will provide support at multiple distribution sites across the state and will work alongside volunteers ensuring the safe handling of products and creating a positive experience for those seeking Vermont Foodbank services. This position is regularly called upon to support general warehouse activities, which may include food reclamation activities, storage and moving of product and equipment, and other various tasks. This position will work closely with the Warehouse and Facilities teams and members of the Community Impact Department.Building equity and social justice into Vermont Foodbank’s organizational practices is everyone’s responsibility, and it requires the commitment and collaboration of every employee and team. Therefore, everyone is expected to honor diversity, contribute to an inclusive organizational culture, and leverage their own personal agency and scope of influence to center equity.

Global Functions and Responsibilities

Work cooperatively with staff and volunteers to support the mission of the Foodbank to meet and sustain organizational goals.
Positively contribute to an organizational culture of safe and secure food handling, warehousing and distribution.
The foodbank relies on volunteers everyday to fulfill our mission. All Foodbank employees must support our culture of philanthropy by treating every volunteer with appreciation and respect.
This position will occasionally be required to travel to other Foodbank locations and to attend required meetings, trainings, etc. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Ensure the proper sanitary and safe warehousing of all products in accordance with Feeding America and Vermont Foodbank guidelines.
Efficiently and safely pick up and deliver products as assigned
Complete appropriate paperwork to maintain accurate inventory.
Assist with warehouse operations as necessary including, but not limited to; picking orders, agency pick-ups, receiving, and sort room activities
Maintain vehicles in a high state of cleanliness.
Maintain a neat personal appearance, professionalism in all interactions with other staff, the public, and the participants the Foodbank serves.
Adhere to policies and procedures in the fleet safety booklet regarding reporting accidents, daily vehicle checks, completing associated paperwork, substance abuse, and more.
Collaborate with warehouse team to determine incoming and outgoing inventory.
Take part during physical inventory.

Other Functions:

Other duties as assigned by the Director-Branch Operations.
Attend Organizational learning days and other meetings as appropriate

Skills/Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities an individual needs in order to perform this job successfully.

Education and/or Experience:

Experience in driving large straight/semi-trucks in a food-related industry, material handling equipment, Customer service, or related experience preferred.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent skills required.

Other Skills and Abilities: