Route Driver

Job Description

Join our team and be part of meaningful work that makes a real difference in our community.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(K) Retirement Plan

The Route/Delivery Driver supports the daily operations of the Low country Food Bank Distribution Centers by safely picking up and delivering food and product to partner agencies, schools, and Regional Food Centers (RFCs). This role works closely with Transportation, Regional Food Center, and Operations leadership to ensure efficient, accurate, and safe deliveries, pick-ups, receiving, and warehouse operations.

This position requires operating food bank vehicles equipped with lift gates, maintaining food safety standards, and representing LCFB professionally in the community.

• Pick up donated product from retail and donor routes and deliver food to agencies, schools, and Regional Food Centers
• Perform and document pre- and post-trip inspections on food bank vehicles
• Safely operate lift gates during deliveries and pick-ups
• Ensure the safety of clients and partners during distributions and pick-ups
• Stage and pull orders for dock loading and delivery
• Load and unload route and transport vehicles
• Assist with the safe, organized storage of food within the warehouse
• Sort food and follow Feeding America salvage and food safety guidelines
• Practice proper warehousing standards in accordance with the Feeding America Manual
• Maintain clean and orderly warehouse spaces, vehicles, and grounds
• Assist with opening and closing the warehouse as needed
• Support the upkeep of LCFB vehicles and report maintenance issues or damage promptly
• Execute all warehouse and vehicle safety protocols
• Establish and maintain positive public relationships while representing the Low country Food Bank
• Promote teamwork and support the orderly operation of the Food Bank
• Commit to and support the mission and goals of the Low country Food Bank
• Complete additional duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid South Carolina driver's license with a clean driving record
• Minimum of 5 years of driving experience
• Must be insurable under LCFB's insurance policy and carry insurance on any personal vehicle used for work
• Ability to pass DOT physical exam, background check, and DMV review
• Willingness to undergo random drug screening
• Proficiency in operating forklifts, electric pallet jacks, lift gates, and other warehouse equipment

• Knowledge of food safety and salvage standards
• Ability to safely operate food bank vehicles
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with management and team members
• Basic math and computer skills, including keyboarding
• Ability to use GPS navigation
• Strong sense of urgency, accountability, and follow-through
• Flexible and adaptable with work hours
• Reliable, self-motivated, and dependable with a strong work ethic

• Ability to sit for extended periods (30 minutes to 2 hours) while driving
• Ability to stand for extended periods (30 minutes to 1 hour) while unloading
• Ability to lift 40-50 lbs. regularly and move heavy items (up to 3,000 lbs.) using proper equipment
• Flexible schedule, Monday through Saturday