Nutrition Services Truck Driver and Warehouse Worker (Seasonal) at YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF EAST TENNESSE

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Driving, Product Management, Loading, Unloading, Route Management, Vehicle Maintenance Checks, Customer Service, Communication, Operating Refrigerated Trucks, Hydraulic Liftgates, DOT Compliance, Manual Lifting, 2-Wheel Dolly Usage, Navigation, Smartphone Usage

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Job Type Part-time – Summer Only Estimated May 26 – August 7. Description PURPOSE OF POSITION: Nutrition Services Truck driver will manage the products, vehicles, and routes assigned to them. Every day the driver is expected to execute the loading and unloading of all trucks in an efficient and accurate manner. Drivers are then expected to run their assigned route to include unloading products in designated areas. The driver is required to conduct basic vehicle checks and report any maintenance issues. This position requires substantial physical effort as well as the usage of high-level customer service and communication skills. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Drive and deliver orders to sites within a specific time frame using a 16 foot, 26-foot refrigerated box trucks with hydraulic liftgates or delivery van Unload product from truck in designated areas according to customer directions Maintain all posted TN Dept. of Transportation Laws All other duties as assigned, including non-driving tasks within the warehouse and production facility Requirements QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have valid Driver’s License, CDL preferred Must be able to perform repeated manual lifting of heavy items over 50 pounds and be skilled in the usage of 2-wheel dollies. Ability to manage frequent stops and navigate local area with ease Ability to drive safely and work efficiently during inclement weather conditions Minimum of 6 months commercial driving experience or 3 months of food service delivery experience Previous customer service experience preferred Proficient in the usage of smartphones and navigation apps Able to pass a Tennessee Motor Vehicle Report WORK SCHEDULE: Work schedules may vary based on daily workload, but typical hours are Monday - Thursday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention. Ability to perform tasks that are repetitive Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds with the usage of 2-wheel dollies Ability to stand for extended periods of time Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and give consistent and accurate product Be required to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions

Responsibilities

The Nutrition Services Truck Driver will be responsible for managing assigned products, vehicles, and routes, which includes efficiently loading and unloading trucks daily and running assigned routes to deliver products to designated areas. Essential functions also involve conducting basic vehicle checks, reporting maintenance issues, and performing non-driving warehouse tasks.