Truck Driver - Food Center (Homeless Services)

St. Vincent de Paul CARES; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization seeks a Truck Driver for its Food Center to pick up food and supplies. The role emphasizes community service, requiring a valid driver's license and strong communication skills. Candidates should be organized and sensitive to cultural diversity, contributing positively to the team.

Qualifications

• Valid Florida driver’s license required.
• Excellent driving record for at least three years.
• Basic computer skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Pick up food and supplies as ordered by the Executive Chef.
• Help unload food and supplies for transfer to freezers.
• Notify of vehicle service needs and schedule maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

MISSION STATEMENT : The mission of Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. is to alleviate pain and suffering, in a spirit of justice and charity, through person-to-person involvement.

SUMMARY : The Truck Driver-Food Center operates and maintains the Food Center vehicle that picks up food and supplies from vendors and / or donors, serving as an "ambassador of goodwill" in the vehicle that is a "moving billboard" for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at this time).

• Make appointed rounds to pick up food and supplies as ordered by the Executive Chef.
• Help unload food and supplies from the vehicle for transfer to freezers and pantries.
• Notify the Executive Chef of vehicle service needs.
• Schedule vehicle maintenance.
• Complies with the Agency’s Transportation Safety Plan.
• Lift at least 40 lbs.
• Assist in calculation of donated items.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Complies with all applicable training requirements.
• Complies with all company safety, personnel and operational policies and procedures.
• Complies with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs.
• Contributes positively as a member of a productive and cooperative team.
• Performs other duties as necessary to fulfill the Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. Mission.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.)

• Able to speak, write and understand English.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic and economic groups.
• Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-task.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver results.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Possess strong work ethics.
• Successfully pass Law Enforcement background screening.
• Valid Florida driver’s license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Participate in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation / Reaccreditation process.
• Mission-driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion.
• Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally.
• A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback / suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance.
• Evidence of deep alignment with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. Mission and Values.

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.)

• Knowledge of Pinellas county, St. Petersburg area.
• Driving record must be free from violations.
• Knowledgeable on road and safety regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : (Pending on position and if prior to hire is approved by Chief Executive Officer, a comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the minimum education qualifications).

• This position requires at least a high school diploma or GED.
• This position requires a valid Driver’s License and an excellent driving record for at least three years prior to employment.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.

GENERAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS : These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made, if appropriate, to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of job. Working in an office / site requires prolonged sitting at the computer workstation; standing, bending, reaching, lifting up to 40 lbs. and some driving. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephones, and other office equipment. It is also required to regularly sit, speak, and listen, the employee is also required to walk, use hands and fingers to type, operate equipment, and maintain records and notes. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

MENTAL DEMANDS : Must handle new and diverse work problems on a daily basis. Personal maturity is an important attribute. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must have the ability to listen objectively to people, perceive the real problem and assist in bringing issues to a successful conclusion. Must relate and interact with, volunteers, clients, contractors, visitors and employees at all levels within the Agency.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : Environment will occasionally become noisy due to equipment operations and interactions among clients and staff. There may be the possibility of being exposed to communicable disease, possible exposure to verbal abuse or similar behavior from residents / clients. On an as needed basis, employees may be called upon to work outside of the established work schedule, or work odd hours. All information associated with the Agency is confidential.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul South Pinellas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SVdP CARES is a non-profit organization committed to ending homelessness : making it rare, brief, and one-time. With “Housing First” principles at the core, all SVdP CARES programs are built on the belief that everyone has the right to live in dignified and affordable housing with a healthy disregard for all community-perceived barriers to housing including employment history, criminal / credit background, mental health, addiction, or religious practices. SVdP CARES works to rapidly house those experiencing homelessness within 30 days and concurrently connect them to resources and stabilization support services to assist their needs. SVdP CARES serves 19 counties across 7,678+ square miles of Florida including Charlotte, Citrus, Collier, Desoto, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Lee, Manatee, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, Seminole, and Sumter counties. Everyone is welcome through our doors, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

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