Home every night
Day shift only
Monday – Friday schedule
No weekends

Join an organization that values your time on and off the road while helping others in your community.

Enjoy steady hours, a consistent schedule, and the opportunity to spend evenings with your family.

MOBILE MARKET PLACE DRIVER 

The Mobile Market Place (MMP) Driver will support the mission of Feeding Southwest Virginia (Feeding SWVA) by primarily executing the MMP program by operating and maintaining the MMP truck and equipment. He/she will work with the MMP Team to ensure a variety of EBT approved food resources are available in communities served through MMP distribution sites targeting underserved areas within Feeding SWVA’s service area.  Secondary functions include working to support the overall operations of the foodbank, including loading, unloading, inter-location transfers, deliveries and retail or wholesale pickups.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

To be successful in this role, an individual must be able to perform in a satisfactory manner the functions or responsibilities listed below. 

As the Mobile Market Place Driver, he/she will demonstrate a professional demeanor in interactions with all Feeding Southwest Virginia staff, agencies, program representatives and government officials in providing direct support in ensuring a compliant safe facility and environment. 

• Keep informed and consistently practice the policies and procedures of Feeding Southwest Virginia, Feeding America national office, USDA, FDA and government regulations pertaining to food handling, storage, sanitation and disposal.
• Ensure that maintenance of the warehouse, equipment, grounds, vehicles, sanitation, pest control, fire prevention and safety procedures are followed.
• Possess knowledge of Feeding Southwest Virginia and all programs.
• Complete Distribution ServSafe training within first four months of employment and keep current.
• Complete forklift certification per Federal and State Regulations in order to facilitate loading and unloading requirements.

 The Mobile Market Place Driver reports directly to the Operations/Warehousing Director(s).

• Develop and maintain partnerships with MMS site coordinators and potential partner agencies working with the MMS program.
• Ensure food distribution program “best practice” compliance with Feeding Southwest Virginia and governmental guidelines and food handling regulations during MMP distribution activities.
• Ensure that the MMP truck, trailer and equipment are properly maintained, cleaned and are fully serviceable for distributions.
• Responsible for working with facility Operations personnel to plan, pull and load food to be distributed during the month to each MMP distribution site.
• In conjunction with the MMP Coordinator, responsible for the effective execution of the MMP distributions.
  • Team has the authority to shut the sight down due to unruly activity.
  • Team has the authority to cancel the distribution due to unsafe conditions.
  • Identifying and suggesting MMP process improvements
• Be a participatory member of the Feeding SWVA team and support organizational needs as time permits.
• Support Feeding Southwest Virginia special events, training, education, and capacity building activity as assigned. 

Maintains and follows effective processes for office communications and administrative procedures.

• Maintain appropriate logs / files to ensure compliance with Feeding America and governmental regulations.
  • Accurate mileage logs are completed and kept.
  • Maintain proper vehicle inspections and documentation.
• Deal effectively with a variety of personalities and situations requiring tact, judgment and resolution.
• Handle site distribution complaints, suggestions and requests.
• Develop strong customer service skills in effectively dealing with the public.
• Develop communication skills with co-workers to understand and articulate the need for support.
• Assist in updating departmental SOP’s.

In working as a site contact for the organization, demonstrates a professional demeanor in all interactions with member partners, visitors, volunteers, donors and the general public.

• Visitors should be handled professionally and promptly.
• Deal effectively with a variety of personalities and situation requiring tact, judgment and resolution.

 Other functions: 

• Promote a cooperative spirit within the organization and among internal and external participants.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations/Warehousing Director(s), Chief Operations Officer, and the President and CEO.

Interface: Responsible in maintaining positive relationships 

• MMP site coordinators, volunteers and MMP Feeding Southwest Virginia Coordinator and Assistant.
• General Public.
• Other departments within Feeding Southwest Virginia.
• Community Service Workers.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications required to capably perform in the position 

Training, Education and Experience: 

Education: 

• High School Graduate or equivalent.

Experience: 

• One year demonstrated experience in the operation of a tractor trailer with a manual transmission. 
• One year experience in the operation of warehouse equipment according to established safety regulations proven by MHE certification card and/or review by Feeding Southwest Virginia certified MHE trainer required.
• 1-2 years of strong customer service experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Familiarity with food products, storage and handling requirements, and knowledge of warehouse practices preferred.
• Able to work independently and to handle multiple priorities under minimal supervision.
• Experience in the operation of warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks) according to established safety regulations.
• Ability to work a non-traditional 40 hour work week and effectively manage time.
• Must be able to understand instructions and effectively demonstrate quality results.
• Possess a willingness to learn.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively. (Over 50 pounds requires assistance in lifting)
• Ability to work well with other staff members and volunteers.
• Limited occasional evening and weekend work required for special events. 

Allowable Substitutions: Combination of education, experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge and skills for the position may be considered in lieu of education and/or experience at the company’s discretion. 

Language Skills: 

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and convey concepts in an understandable way. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, children and other professionals. 

 Mathematical Skills: 

• Ability to perform basic math functions. 

Technical/Computer Skills: 

• Proficiency required in the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook Software. 
• Capable of learning and independently operating equipment required for the position including printer, multi-use copier, postage machine and phone system. 

Other Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Positive work ethic, good relationship management skills and team-oriented attitude.
• Maintain compliance with established Food Bank directives, policies and external regulations. 

Licenses and Certificates: 

Valid Unrestricted Class A Driver’s License and own transportation to work required. Current forklift certification per Federal and State regulations required within six months of employment. Must maintain a safe driving record in driving company vehicles. 

Team Commitment: 

Considers the benefits and consequences to the team when taking action, openly shares ideas and information with others, effectively completes work activities with and through others, helps others achieve goals and complete work to meet the needs of the team and the organization.  Criticizes actions, when necessary, not people and effectively negotiates win-win outcomes. 

Flexibility: 

        Be willing to work overtime and mandatory days set forth by the organization on short notice. 

        Be willing to work flexible coverage as needed. 

Physical Demands:  

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the tasks outlined in this job description.

This position requires working in an internal and external warehouse environment consisting of hot and cold temperatures, walking, standing, bending, climbing, stooping, twisting, pulling and pushing. Operating heavy machinery in a standing or sitting position. Routine travel to meetings, functions, and special events is normal which requires driving. Occasionally, may be required to respond to organizational needs outside of normal working hours.  With forklift traffic in the facility and product stacked and stored throughout, this position requires someone who is mobile and who can hear and watch for traffic and normal hazards of a warehouse environment. Conducts work in a fast paced and deadline driven environment.

At Feeding Southwest Virginia, every mile you drive helps nourish neighbors and strengthen families. If you're a Class A CDL driver looking for a better work-life balance, this is your chance to use your skills for something bigger.

Home every night
Day shift only
Monday – Friday schedule

Join an organization that values your time on and off the road while helping bring food and hope to our community.

Enjoy steady hours, a consistent schedule, and evenings at home with your family.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Class A Driver/Warehouse Associate will support the mission of Feeding Southwest Virginia by providing direct support in the daily operation of the warehouse including all duties related to shipping, receiving of food, warehouse maintenance, inventory control, food storage safety and distribution of products to agencies. Operate and maintain MHE and company vehicles according to procedure. Work and support the Operations Team to ensure a good team dynamic and warehouse operations. 

Position Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

To be successful in this role, an individual must be able to perform in a satisfactory manner the functions or responsibilities listed below. 

Position Responsibility (Expected Work) 

1. As a Class A Driver/Warehouse Associate, he/she will demonstrate a professional demeanor in interactions with all FSWVA staff, agencies, program representatives and government officials in providing direct support in ensuring a compliant safe facility and environment.   

• Keep informed and consistently practice the policies and procedures of Feeding Southwest Virginia, Feeding America national office, USDA, FDA and government regulations pertaining to food handling, storage, sanitation and disposal. 

• Ensure that maintenance of the warehouse, equipment, grounds, vehicles, sanitation, pest control, fire prevention and safety procedures are followed. 

• Possess knowledge of Feeding Virginia and all programs. 

• Complete ServSafe training within six months of employment and keep current. 

• Complete forklift certification per Federal and State Regulations. 

2. The Class A Driver/Warehouse Associate reports directly to the Director of Warehousing and is responsible in supporting warehouse operations.  

Facility Operations: 

• Maintain CDL License per guidelines under FMCSA/USDOT and a safe driving record. 

• Submit to and pass random drug testing per FSWVA and Federal, State, and Local requirements. 

• Responsible in ensuring that all inter-facility product and asset transfers meet policy requirements. 

• Pickup food and products from member donors using Food Bank vehicles. 

• Deliver food and products to member agencies or other destination as instructed using Food Bank vehicles. 

• Maintain cleanliness of vehicles and notify supervisor of any irregularity in the performance of the vehicles. 

• Maintain procedures in receiving and shipping product to and from the Food Bank including loading, unloading truck and storage of product according to established procedures. 

• Process Agency orders including reading orders, checking orders for accuracy and packing orders. 

• Accurately tag pallets with codes, cases and weights. 

• Assist in directing flow of product in warehouse. 

• Monitors first in/first out system on date-coded products. 

• Maintain the restocking of the pull-floor. 

• Assist the Quality Assurance Department with product handling and storage. 

• Assist with local Food Drives and special events related to area of responsibility. 

3. Maintains and follows effective processes for office communications and administrative procedures. 

• Maintain proper vehicle inspections and documentation. 

• Document and record movement of product according to established procedures. 

• Keep accurate mileage logbook records in use of the vehicles.  

• Assist in updating departmental SOP’s. 

4. In working as a contact for the organization, demonstrates a professional demeanor in all interactions with member partners, visitors, volunteers, donors and the general public. 

• Visitors should be handled professionally and promptly. 

• Deal effectively with a variety of personalities and situations requiring tact, judgment and resolution. 

• Develop communications skills with co-workers to understand and articulate the need for support. 

Other functions: 

• Promotes a cooperative spirit within the organization and among internal and external participants. 

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Warehousing, Chief Operations Officer, and the President and CEO. 

Interface: Responsible in maintaining positive relationships 

• Interactions with member agencies, the general public, vendors, donors and key contacts. 

Minimum Skills and Qualifications required to capably perform in the position 

Training, Education and Experience: 

• High School Graduate or equivalent. 

Experience: 

• Must have a valid Class A Driver’s License and safe driving record. 

• One year of demonstrated experience in the operation of a tractor-trailer and driving over the road long distances required. 

• One year experience in the operation of warehouse equipment according to established safety regulations proven by MHE certification card and/or review by FSWVA certified MHE trainer required. 

• 1-2 years of strong customer service experience required. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Familiarity with food products, storage and handling requirements, and knowledge of warehouse practices preferred. 

• Excellent organizational skills with ability to handle multiple tasks. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively. (Over 50 pounds requires assistance if lifting). 

• Ability to work well with other staff members and volunteers.  

• Able to work independently and to handle multiple priorities under minimal supervision. 

• Must be able to understand instructions and effectively demonstrate quality results. 

• Possess a willingness to learn. 

• Able to meet deadlines.  

• Required attention to detail.  

• Limited occasional evening and weekend work required for special events. 

Allowable Substitutions:  Combination of education, experience, and/or training that provides the required knowledge and skills for the position may be considered in lieu of education and/or experience at the company’s discretion. 

Language Skills: 

• Must have professional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and convey concepts in an understandable way. 

• Ability to communicate effectively with all staff members. 

Mathematical Skills: 

• Ability to perform basic math functions. 

Technical/Computer Skills: 

• Proficiency required in the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook Software. 

• Capable of learning and independently operating equipment required for the position including but not limited to printer, multi-use copier, fax, and phone system. 

Other Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times 

• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds. 

• Must be reliable and dependable. 

• Maintain compliance with established Food Bank directives, policies and external regulations. 

Licenses and Certificates: 

Valid unrestricted Class A Driver’s License (ability to drive manual transmission trucks) and own transportation to work required.  Current forklift certification per Federal and State regulations required within six months of employment. Maintain a safe driving record in driving company vehicles. 

Team Commitment: 

Considers the benefits and consequences to the team when taking action, openly shares ideas and information with others, effectively completes work activities with and through others, helps others achieve goals and complete work to meet the needs of the team and the organization.  Criticizes actions, when necessary, not people and effectively negotiates win-win outcomes. 

 Flexibility: 

• Be willing to work overtime and mandatory days set forth by the organization on short-notice. 

• Be willing to work flexible coverage as needed. 

Physical Demands:  

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the tasks outlined in this job description. 

The position operates primarily in an external environmental setting requiring sitting, driving and requiring employee to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects. Requires working in an internal warehouse environment consisting of hot and cold temperatures, requiring employee to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects. With forklift traffic in the facility and product stacked and stored throughout, this position requires someone who is mobile and who can hear and watch for traffic and normal hazards of a warehouse environment. Conducts work in a fast paced and deadline driven environment. 

Feeding Southwest Virginia is an equal opportunity employer.  Feeding Southwest Virginia prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Virginia law.  Our goal is to attract, develop, and retain and promote a talented workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential. This description provides information regarding the essential function of the designated job, and the general nature and level of work associated with the job.  It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties whose performance may be required of such employees or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments the individual may be given. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.