Hybrid Driver Class C bei Los Angeles Regional Food Bank

POSITION: Driver Class C

SUPERVISOR: Director of Transportation & Safety

STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt; Union*: Teamsters Local 848

PAY RANGE: $24.25 Hourly

LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK

The mission of the Food Bank is to mobilize resources to fight hunger in our community.  To fulfill our mission, we source and acquire nutritious food and other products and distribute them to people experiencing nutrition insecurity through our partner agency network and directly through programs; energize the community to get involved and support hunger relief; and conduct hunger and nutrition education and awareness campaigns and advocate for public policies that benefit the people we serve.  Food Bank employees are hired because of their unique skills, diverse perspective, and their commitment to our mission. This means that each of us, working together, will do all that we can to fulfill our vision that no one goes hungry in Los Angeles County. Our core values include: Respect, Stewardship & Accountability, Collaboration, Urgency, Service, Integrity and Diversity. Our organization is committed to maintaining a positive and engaging workplace for all employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The position of Driver Class C will be responsible for driving bobtails and other Food Bank vehicles to pick up and deliver products as directed by the Director of Transportation and/or Transportation Supervisor.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Warehouse Operations: Regular and predictable on-site attendance must be maintained to fulfill all principal job duties. Maintains quality and ensures accuracy of work performed. Operates trucks, pallet jacks (electric and manual), and forklifts safely. Loads and unloads trucks using pallet jacks. Inspects, sorts, and consolidates products. Helps maintain equipment. Keeps the facility and equipment clean at all times.

Safety and Compliance: Complies with all safety requirements such as inspection reports and prompt notification of equipment issues. Observes and follows safety rules. Ensures questionable pick-ups, late docking, transportation concerns, missing documents, quality issues, etc. are reported promptly to the supervisor. Advises supervisor of food safety or chemical safety concerns, including poor or unsafe palletizing. Follows rules and regulations per company policy and company core values.

Documentation and Reporting: Ensures all documents, bills of lading, receipts, and tags are accurate for all products and programs loaded or unloaded. Notifies supervisor of quality or accuracy concerns. Signs receipts for items picked up for the Food Bank. Logs into and updates routing system software Samsara.

Compliance and Record-Keeping: Drives truck to pick-up and delivery sites, storage sites, and back to the warehouse, ensuring DOT compliance in keeping truck/trip logs updated daily. Completes daily inspection forms for assigned trucks. Checks truck daily for serviceability, accurately completing Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR). Informs supervisor of truck service requirements and drives truck to and from service locations at the request of a supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Valid California Class C driver's license.

• At least three (3) years of driving experience (not necessarily commercial driving).

• Insurable with a solid driving history.

• Proficient in English to effectively read and comprehend shipping documents.

• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 45 pounds over distances of 5 to 8 feet.

• Experience in safely operating forklifts.

• Skilled in using both electric and manual pallet jacks.

• Ability to accurately understand and complete bills of lading, receiving documents, and other relevant shipping/receiving paperwork.

• Willingness to stoop, squat, bend, or reach frequently as required by delivery routes and program needs.

• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Passion for the Food Bank’s mission and commitment to the values of the organization: collaboration, inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, respect, service, stewardship & accountability.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical: Employee HMO coverage as little as $10 per bi-weekly paycheck and access to Nonstop Health funds

• Dental: Employee HMO coverage available at no cost

• Vision: Comprehensive vision insurance with generous allowances for examinations and material costs 

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

• Optional Long-Term Care Insurance

• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with expanded Mental Health 

• Employee recognition programs

• Growth & career development support for professional certifications and additional training resources

• Vacation: Two weeks annually for the first three years, with a floating holiday available.

• Holiday: Nine paid holidays; eligible upon date of hire

• Sick Leave Time available

*Required to pay Union Dues and a one-time Initiation fee

As a part of the Food Bank’s pre-employment screening process, all potential employees are subject to a Criminal Background Check.

In instances of a federal, state or locally declared emergency, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is typically considered an essential service and emergency responder; all of its employees may be called in to perform regular or emergent duties.

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is proud to be an “Equal Opportunity Employer.” Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Food Bank fosters an organizational culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, and serve in a rapidly changing world. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.