Driver - Local

Driver – We are growing our team!

• Full-Time, Permanent
• 37.5 hours per week
• Competitive base salary of $57,955-$60,500 annually

The Greater Vancouver Food Bank is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide healthy food to those in need. The GVFB provides support through direct distribution to those in Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster and the North Shore, as well as through 160+ agency partners both locally and provincially. Through this model, the GVFB envisions a British Columbia where everyone has access to healthy food through efficient distribution, innovation and partnerships.

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The GVFB is a proud winner of BC's Top Employers 2026!

The GVFB is a certified Living Wage Employer! This recognizes the GVFB’s commitment to paying fair wages, upholding good work standards for our employees, and contributing to poverty reduction and a higher standard of living in our community.

We believe in providing employees with flexibility, and the resources and tools to excel in their role. Employees will work alongside people who are passionate about food insecurity and community. We provide an inclusive office environment with excellent Skytrain accessibility and free parking on-site.

This is a full-time permanent position, with the opportunity to learn and grow. The successful candidate can expect a competitive base wage of $57,955-$60,500 annually, depending on experience.

Our competitive benefit plan includes extended healthcare and dental, and a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) where employees are matched upto 7% of their contributions. Employees also receive three weeks paid vacation annually, as well as two paid personal days, and a paid birthday day off.

Career and personal development are at the forefront of the GVFB’s culture. After three months of employment, employees have access to $1,600 towards professional development, $850 of which can be utilized towards wellness initiatives!

Come and enjoy working in an inclusive, award-winning workplace!

The Driver is responsible for the collection of food from donor locations, and delivery to our distribution sites and Community Agency Partner locations. Acting as a GVFB brand ambassador, the Driver builds relationships with our donors and vendors, delivers to our distribution sites, as well as provides warehouse support through Forklift operations and inventory management. This is a multi-faceted, highly engaging, and important role for the GVFB.

The Driver is a team player with a positive attitude, willingness to learn, a solid understanding of operations, and the ability to act as a GVFB champion.

• Operate several different vehicles such as vans, 3-ton trucks, 5-ton trucks, and/or 10-ton trucks to pick up and deliver food products as scheduled;
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, report defects and damage of the vehicles to ensure safety and reliability using digital technology;
• Organize and load vans, light trucks, and/or medium duty trucks with an understanding of weight requirements, to maximize efficiency and load distribution;
• Prepare and wrap pallets, and weigh and load all completed orders;
• Ensure functional areas are kept clean and organized at all times;
• Receive, unload, and put away incoming products into inventory;
• Inspect and count inbound and outbound shipments for accuracy, food quality and/or damages;
• Ensure all product returns are put away correctly in the warehouse, following internal processes. This includes supplies, nutrient recovery, and fresh, dry and frozen product;
• Assist and provide training to new Drivers as needed;
• Fuel trucks at card-lock locations;
• Communicate and liaise with Driver Team Leads and/or Operations Manager;
• Assist in other areas of the warehouse, including but not limited to, operating industrial machinery, distributing food, order picking, sorting, cleaning, and data entry;
• Regular Warehouse Week cleaning and maintenance of all vehicles

• Effective communication with GVFB staff at all levels, both in-person and through digital correspondence;
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy,…