Team Member, Logistics CDL-B

Free Store Foodbank, Inc; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Free Store Foodbank, Inc is seeking a Logistics Team Member to safely transport food donations between donors, the foodbank, and partner agencies in Cincinnati. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, customer service to donors and community partners, and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, securing loads, and assisting with special deliveries and mobile pantries as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in warehouse, logistics, food distribution, or route delivery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and secure food products.
• Complete delivery and transportation documentation.
• Follow DOT, Feeding America, USDA, and internal policies.

Skills

CDL-B with Air Brakes

Defensive driving

Food safety standards

Documentation & math

High school diploma or GED

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jacks / lift gates

Job description

# Team Member, Logistics CDL-BRosenthal Way - Cincinnati, OH 45204## OverviewSalary Range$22.25Position TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAnyEducation LevelHigh SchoolTravel PercentageRoad WarriorCategoryTransportation## DescriptionThis position is responsible for safely transporting food donations and deliveries between donors, the foodbank, and partner agencies. The CDL-B Driver ensures that products are handled properly, documented accurately, and delivered in compliance with all safety and regulatory standards—helping reduce food waste and ensure timely access to nutritious food for people facing food insecurity.* Load, unload, and secure food products while maintaining food safety and quality standards.* Accurately complete required documentation related to transportation, receiving, and delivery of products.* Follow all federal, state, and local regulations, including DOT, Feeding America, USDA, and organizational policies and procedures.* Provide excellent customer service to donors, partner agencies, volunteers, and community members.* Support waste reduction efforts by identifying and reporting damaged or non-compliant products.* Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns in a timely manner.* Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned vehicles.* Support special deliveries and community events, including mobile pantries and holiday distributions, as needed.* Work collaboratively with logistics staff, warehouse team members, and leadership to support efficient operations.* Perform additional related duties as assigned in support of food distribution operations.## Qualifications* Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake endorsement required.* Forklift experience required or ability to successfully obtain forklift certification within the first 30 days of employment.* Knowledge of safe driving practices, food safety standards, and transportation regulations.* Ability to apply defensive driving techniques while transporting goods through varied community traffic conditions.* Perform pre-service vehicle safety compliance checks on key equipment and operating systems before each route.* Basic math and documentation skills for processing delivery and inventory records.* High school diploma or GED required.* Demonstrated experience operating a class b commercial vehicle required.* Experience in warehouse, logistics, food distribution, or route delivery preferred.* Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, lift gates, or similar material-handling equipment preferred.* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.