Semi-Driver

Job Title

Semi‑Driver

Senior Transportation Manager

None

Non‑exempt

Primary responsibility is the pick‑up and delivery of all Foodbank products, general maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of facilities and equipment.

• Responsibly drive Foodbank vehicles to make product pickups and deliveries to agencies and/or affiliate food banks.
• Maintain accurate records by completing all required procedures and forms to ensure the smooth operation of the Foodbank.
• Ensure accuracy of both general warehouse and freezer delivery orders by reading invoices and confirming counts prior to making delivery.
• Assist in inventory reconciliation and various duties pertaining to maintaining accurate inventory.
• Assist in monthly distribution preparation, tracking and reconciliation.
• Assist in the distribution process to meet customer needs.
• Inspect all product upon pick‑up, paying close attention to the temperature of freezer and refrigerated items, and determine fitness of product for distribution.
• Conduct daily checks on transportation equipment to ensure it is clean, safe and highway‑ready.
• Follow safe workplace practices.
• Follow policies and procedures related to food safety and equipment safety.
• Take an active role in reinforcing safe work practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience operating a semi‑truck with a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) required.
• Meet and adhere to required Class A Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). in the operation of standard warehouse equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail, handle interruptions, and maintain focus on tasks producing accurate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately complete transportation and delivery documentation while serving as an ambassador for the St. Louis Area Foodbank in community settings.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check, annual MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) review and driving skills assessment.
• Maintain a Class A Driver License.
• Must be able to pass and maintain all DOT regulations including but not necessarily limited to:
  • Drug
  • Alcohol
  • Driving Skills

Work is performed in various locations with a significant amount of walking on concrete surfaces. Entrances may be open and work conditions during the summer months can be very hot, and during the winter very cold. Employees may be going in and out of freezers and coolers with extreme variations in temperature. The workspace could be very dusty, and on occasions may be noisy due to the traffic of motorized vehicles operated in the building.

Work involves being outside and exposure to the elements. Employees may be exposed to spoiled food and sharp objects due to working with damaged product. Work involves moving boxes and employees must lift, bend, stoop, pick up and move objects up to 75 pounds. Work involves using manual pallet jacks and therefore requires an ability to push and pull pallets over 2,000 pounds.

Special events and other projects related to this position may require evening and/or weekend work.