Driver - Class A - Full Time-No Overnights - Harvesters Community Food Network : Job Details

Join the fight against food insecurity. Make a difference in the community by applying to our Class A Driver position! It is full time position with no overnights. We offer a robust benefits package, including employee paid medical, dental, life and disability insurance and a 403b plan. Our paid time off is genereous and includes paid holidays.JOB SUMMARY: Transport, load and unload product in order to have product available and to deliver product to agencies.PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:* Responsible for pick-up, deliveries, loading and unloading and assisting receiving staff.* Maintain proper CDL Class A license as required by state/federal regulations.* Maintain, clean, and safely operate all trucks, tractors, trailers and warehouse equipment.* Submit daily inspections and maintain accurate and timely data base through the trucks ELD.* Maintain positive customer relationships with product donors and agencies.* Handle food according to safe food handling procedures.* Maintain availability for any and all driving assignments.* Ability to operate in a constant state of alertness, and safe manner.* Perform warehouse duties and other assignments as required.OTHER ASPECTS OF THE JOB:* Maintain a safe driving record as defined by Department of Transportation (DOT) and Harvesters.* Overtime is available* Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with coworkers, managers, and customers/clients.* Demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of Harvesters.* This position requires travel to other Locations within the service area. It occasionally requires lifting over 50 pounds. Incumbent will spend 50% of the time driving a vehicle (truck, car, forklift, and other machinery) 40% of the time loading and unloading vehicles and 10% of the time performing other duties.* This position requires an understanding of all Harvesters food safety policies and compliance with all food safety related procedures.QUALIFICATIONS:* Minimum 1 year of experience in commercial truck driving or graduated from a certified truck driving school* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Basic computer skills* Missouri or Kansas Commercial Drivers License (C.D.L.) class A* Must pass DOT physical* Clean driving record* High School Diploma or Equivalent.