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Job Title:Warehouse Associate and Driver CDL Required Company:River Bend Foodbank Location:Dubuque, IA Pay Range:$22.00/hour

SUMMARY This position performs warehouse duties and operates commercial vehicles to pick up and deliver product within the River Bend Foodbanks (RBFB) service area

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude, but are not limited to, the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Loads and unloads product from trucks, operating a forklift or pallet jack, as needed.

Inspects product donations to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards prior to loading/unloading.

Helps to pick/fill, pack, label and process paperwork for orders and deliveries.

Delivers excellent customer service to donors and partner agencies, answering questions and providing information, as requested.

Complies with policies and procedures for safe operations and reports concerns needing urgent attention promptly to management.

Complies with RBFBs Food Safety Program and all ServSafe food handling requirements.

Performs routine inspections, cleaning and basic maintenance of warehouse facilities, equipment and vehicles, as directed.

Cultivates positive relations with agencies, drivers, Foodbank staff, volunteers, donors and other members of the public.

Safely operates a commercial vehicle between the RBFB warehouse and agency site.

Maintains vehicle mileage and fuel logs, in accordance with RBFB and regulatory policies and procedures.

Ensures RBFB vehicles receive routine inspection and maintenance, in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations and warranty requirements.

Maintains compliance with licensure, certifications and physical requirements in accordance with RBFB policies and state and federal D.O.T./FMCSA regulatory requirements.

Cultivates positive relations with agencies, program participants, staff, volunteers, donors and other members of the public.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school or equivalency degree, plus positive work history and previous commercial vehicle experience , preferably in a food distribution or food-related environment.
• Previous forklift and warehousing experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe certification.
• Strong work ethic and self-initiative.
• Strong sense of teamwork with effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions.
• Accurate data entry and basic math skills.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and Saturdays, with limited overtime.
• Willingness to support the mission of the organization and to help end hunger in our area.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment criminal background investigation, D.O.T.-compliant driving and safety record verification and drug test.
• Possession of a valid Class A or B commercial drivers license and the ability to meet insurability requirements for operating an organization vehicle required.

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