CDL Driver Class A

Location: Pennsauken, NJ

Department: Operations

Type: Full Time

Min. Experience: Student (High School)

About the Food Bank of South Jersey

The Food Bank of South Jersey believes that no one should go to bed hungry. For 40 years, FBSJ has worked within neighborhoods across Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties to ensure everyone has access to the food and resources they need to not just survive, but thrive. The Food Bank provides nourishing food, offers nutrition and wellness programs, and works closely with more than 300 local partners – including food pantries, community kitchens, and shelters – to meet the needs of children, families, older adults, and veterans. Our approach combines immediate support with programs that help neighbors live healthier lives and build stronger communities. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit and proud member of the Feeding America network, the Food Bank of South Jersey is headquartered in Pennsauken, New Jersey, and supported by a team of more than 70 staff members committed to a healthier, hunger-free South Jersey.

To learn more about how you can become a valued part of the FBSJ team, dedicated to building community awareness and creating an efficient emergency food distribution network to eliminate hunger, visit www.foodbanksj.org.

CDL Driver Class A

Department: Operations

Reports to: Manager of Operations

Overview

  • Primary responsibility will be to deliver and pick up food to ensure successful

continuation of the food supply chain activities of the Food Bank of South Jersey

  • Class A CDL required.
  • Assist with duties of order puller as required in order to fulfill the plan of the day (POD)
  • Responsibilities include assisting with the maintenance and cleanliness of the facility and vehicles as directed by management.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Stage orders for delivery at designated locations
  • Contribute with other staff members to maintaining the orderliness of all locations where product is stored and stages
  • Offload product in a safe manner.
  • Identify spoiled product and notify management at pickup location
  • At the end of the shift, communicate the work completed (and not completed)
  • Engage with all levels of FB staff
  • Operate forklift when assigned
  • Operate other FB equipment as assigned
  • Immediately report performance issues observed/experienced with any type of FB vehicle or truck
  • Immediately report any deficiency that prevents safe utilization of the CDL or regular driver’s license when applicable.

Business Process

      • Follow direction
      • Execute defined routine
      • Report results and identify unexpected situations to supervision

Written and Oral Communication Skills ‐ proficient

      • Communicate utilizing emails.
      • Ability to read and comprehend printed fulfillment documents.

Field Experience

  • Preferred five years or relevant experience

Certification or License Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Valid CDL for CDL drivers
  • Eligible for forklift certification
  • Able to successfully complete and achieve passing grades for required food safety training

Physical Qualifications for the position

  • Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position including lifting up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.

Education

  • High School diploma or equivalent

The Food Bank of South Jersey is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment – including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge – will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Food Bank of South Jersey is an essential business. We believe and support the safety and security of all of our volunteers and our employees. Background checks will be completed for final candidates.

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