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Driver -Class A at Gleaners Food Bank Of I – Indianapolis, Indiana

Gleaners Food Bank Of I
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46241, United States
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Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana is the state’s largest hunger relief organization and one of the leading food banks in the Feeding America Network. In additional to vital hunger relief programs in our 21-county service area, we also operate Fresh Connect Central, a regional produce cooperative for Feeding America, serve as a contract reclamation site for Kroger Central Division, and are a staging site for FEMA disaster response.

POSITION DETAILS:

The purpose of the Class A Driver is to safely and efficiently operate commercial motor vehicle in urban, suburban, and rural areas in the state of Indiana to transport freight. This position is required to load and unload food products to charitable feeding partners and programs. All responsibilities and duties will further Gleaners’ mission to be a leader in the fight against hunger.

BENEFITS:

    14 paid holidays 3 Paid Sick Leave Day, Federal Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days & BirthdayLearning & Development Opportunities
  • Company paid vision, long-term disability, $50,000 life AD&D
  • Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Maternal, parental & caregiver leave
  • On-site Gym
  • Wellness programs
  • 403(b) Plan with up to 4% match
  • Monthly attendance bonus
  • Earn up to 10% incentive pay
  • Apparel allowance

Essential Functions of Driver - Class A:

The purpose of the Class A Driver is to safely and efficiently operate commercial motor vehicle in urban, suburban, and rural areas to transport freight. This position is an over the road regional position with the possibility of delivering to a wide variety of locations in the U.S. The position may require loading and unloading food products to charitable feeding partners and programs. All responsibilities and duties will further Gleaners’ mission to be a leader in the fight against hunger.

Education and/or Experience of Driver - Class A :

Deliver food donations to charitable feeding programs
  • Load orders on trailer for delivery when necessary (must be able to operate forklift and pallet jacks)
  • Make direct deliveries of product to distribution sites and agencies as scheduled
  • Pick up food donations from donor companies
  • Unload donations brought back and make sure receipts are with product
  • Complete Return Form for all returned product
  • Provides superior customer service internally and externally. Comply with DOT, food safety, company policies, federal, state and local regulations.Operate 53’ trailers or straight trucks with refrigeration units.Safe operation of equipment and on-time deliveries/pick-upsMaintain cleanliness of trucks.Complete all necessary forms and paperwork.Reliability & Dependability is especially important for this position
    • Perform all other duties as assigned.

    Other Relevant Skills and Abilities of the Driver - Class A :

    • Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
    • Ability to read, write, and understand instructions
    • Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with all staff members, agencies, volunteers, and donors
    • Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds
    • Ability to perform basic math functions, count accurately, and maintain accurate records
    • Ability to operate lift gate safely
    • Valid driver's license/Clean driving record /3 years of driving experience/Must be insurable by company vehicle insurance provider.

    See full description on the attached job description

    Gleaners Food Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, pregnancy, leave status, genetic information, veteran status, creed, citizenship status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, or any other status or category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


    Job Location

    Indianapolis, Indiana, 46241, United States
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    Job Location

    This job is located in the Indianapolis, Indiana, 46241, United States region.

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