Copy of CDL Class A Driver at Gods Pantry Food Bank

Lexington, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Ability To Take Direction, Self-Motivation, Team Player, Punctual, Reliable, Good Communication, Mathematical Skills, Computer Skills

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Overview In Kentucky, 1 in 5 people are unsure where they will get their next meal from. God’s Pantry Food Bank serves 50 counties in Central and Eastern Kentucky in partnership with more than 475 Food pantries and meal programs. Our Vision: A nourished life for every Kentuckian Our Mission: Reducing hunger by working together to feed Kentucky communities. Position Title: CDL Class A Driver Department: Operations Reports to: Transportation/ Logistics Manager Full-Time Hours Required per week: 40 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Purpose: The Transportation Specialist CDL Class A/ Warehouse person participates as a member of the operations and warehouse team of God’s Pantry Food Bank. Drives CDL-Class A (or other GPFB) vehicles, in addition to other warehouse duties, tasks, and procedures, as assigned by the Transportation Manager, Warehouse Manager or the Operations Director. To drive CDL Class-A licensed vehicles and complete warehouse tasking and operations as assigned Essential Duties/Functions: Operate assigned truck in legal, safe and appropriate manner. Properly load and unload truck to insure product quality. Deliver and pickup product requiring CDL truck. Maintain CDL-Class A License and DOT Medical card. Maintain all needed licenses and health exams. Do a proper Pre-Trip and Post-Trip inspections on the truck and fill out DVIR Inform supervisor of needed vehicle maintenance. Verify cargo weight to ensure load is within weight limits. Drive other GPFB vehicles as needed to deliver or pickup product. Unload and load trucks promptly as they arrive. Exercise safe and responsible actions in all job functions. Interact with agencies, donors and staff in a courteous manner. Pick orders as needed in warehouse. Assist agencies and donors with loading or unloading. Operate various power materials handling equipment in an appropriate manner. Assist other warehousepersons in maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Other duties as assigned. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: Given that God’s Pantry Food Bank is both a crisis response and an ongoing service agency, it is necessary that staff be adaptable and creative, able to deal with rapid change and unusual demands of time and effort. It is also imperative that excellent working relationships and a positive atmosphere be maintained with not only the staff, but with donors, volunteers, clients and all others with whom the employee comes in contact while representing GPFB Essential Skills: Attention to detail Ability to take direction and complete tasks Self- motivation Work well with others Team Player Punctual Reliable Compensation and Benefits: · Hourly rate $22 / hour or more for related experience · Bonus eligible · Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance · 401K Plan · Company Paid Holiday God’s Pantry Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Requirements Education/Experience Required: Class A-CDL. High School graduate or GED. Able to perform physical labor including heavy lifting. Clean driving record. Able to operate a fork lift and electric pallet jack. Able to work independently and as a part of a team. Good communication and mathematical skills. Attention to detail. Computer skills preferred. Physical Requirements: Walking and/or standing for long periods of time Heavy and repetitive lifting up to 100 pounds Operating equipment Miscellaneous Requirements: Full-time, 40 Hours per Week. · Maintaining a valid driver’s license · Maintaining Class A license

Responsibilities

The CDL Class A Driver is responsible for operating assigned trucks safely and legally, loading and unloading products, and maintaining vehicle inspections. The role also includes assisting with warehouse tasks and ensuring a clean working environment.