Organization Information
GrowNYC is a 54-year-old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include:
- Our network of Greenmarkets, Farmstands, and the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensure that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food.
- We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more.
- We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment.
Wholesale Delivery Driver (Full Time)
Position Summary
The Wholesale Delivery Driver is part of a driver team responsible for providing efficient and safe delivery of produce by the case or pallet to clients within NYC (5 Boroughs). This role provides professional customer service while ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. Drivers may also act as a driver helper when necessary. This position reports directly to the Outbound Logistics Manager.
Wholesale Delivery Driver Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):
- Provide professional, friendly customer service at every delivery stop, building positive relationships with clients and all other incumbents in every interaction
- Operate equipment including hand trucks, pallet jacks (for loads up to 2,000 lbs), electric pallet jacks, and forklifts as needed
- Work collaboratively with supervisors to promptly address urgent matters such as lateness, equipment issues, damaged or missing product, and customer concerns
- Follow delivery driving routes and time schedules while abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record
Qualifications
- Valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License)
- One-year commercial truck driving experience
- Familiarity with and driving knowledge of NYC streets
- Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work early mornings and weekends
Physical Requirements
- Lift and carry boxes weighing up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout shift
- Unload individual boxes from pallets or delivery vans for smaller orders, requiring frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
- Maneuver fully loaded pallets (weighing up to 2,000 lbs, (aiding techniques/tools will be provided for safe lifting upon request)using manual pallet jacks, requiring significant physical effort to pivot, turn, and position pallets in tight spaces
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and cold
Schedule
Shift assignments may occur any day between Monday-Saturday. Early AM shift start times typically between 4:30AM - 6:30AM. Shift end times vary according to route. Average 35-40 hours per week.
Compensation
This is a non-exempt full-time position. It pays $24-$27 per hour and includes statutory benefits. This position is union eligible.
Location
Hunts Point Food Hub (routes service all five boroughs)
Applications
Qualified candidates for the Wholesale Delivery Driver position should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis starting (date). Due to the volume of employment applications received, GrowNYC is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate. No phone calls or recruiters or recruiting agencies, please.
Application deadline is October 29th, 2025.
Contact
GrowNYC
P.O. Box 2327
New York, NY 10272
212-788-7900
For additional information, please see our website: grownyc.org
GrowNYC is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and hires without regard to race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or physical disability.
