Non CDL Driver

Food Bank for New York City’s Drivers are essential to our mission and operations. This role is responsible for safely transporting and delivering produce, frozen, and dry food products to member agencies, suppliers, donors, and other designated locations throughout New York City. Drivers represent Food Bank in a professional and courteous manner while ensuring timely deliveries, accurate documentation, and excellent customer service.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles to complete assigned deliveries and pickups.
• Deliver and pick up produce, frozen, and dry food products to member agencies, suppliers, donors, and other assigned locations.
• Load and unload trailers using forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and/or hand trucks.
• Inspect products and verify quantities, expiration dates, and shipment accuracy.
• Obtain shipping bills and necessary signatures for all deliveries and pickups.
• Complete and return all required paperwork and electronic logs accurately and on time.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections including checking oil, water, fuel, and tire pressure.
• Remove empty pallets and return them to designated areas.
• Communicate effectively with transportation leadership regarding route updates, issues, or customer needs.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service in all interactions with partners, agencies, donors, and team members.
• Other transportation and warehouse-related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.
• Reliable and regular attendance is expected.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Safe driving record required.
• No DUIs, DWIs, or major accidents within the past 24 months.
• 18 years or older.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Ability to pass a standard background check.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use mobile electronic devices for communication and documentation.
• Ability to safely complete multiple deliveries and pickups daily.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a diverse team.
• Professional, detail-oriented, and customer service-focused attitude.
• Commitment to Food Bank For New York City’s mission.

Compensation for this role is $23.50/hr, $3,000 Sign-On Bonus paid in increments & Quarterly Safety Bonuses Featured Benefits

• HOME DAILY – Local Driving
• Overtime pay after 40 hours worked
• Competitive Health Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO, Holidays, Birthday Off, Volunteer Time, 4-Day Work Weeks during the Summer & more!)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care Accounts (DCA) & Commuter Reimbursement Accounts (CRA)
• Learning & Development Opportunities (Robust LinkedIn Learning library, Lunch & Learn Sessions, internal employee development & more)
• EAP, wellness, and mental health resources
• Discounted staff perks (e.g., movie tickets, gym memberships, travel)

People-First Culture

At Food Bank for New York City, we pride ourselves on having a People-First Culture, our people are our greatest strength. In addition to our benefits, we offer employee engagement opportunities such as our culture committee, annual organization celebrations and more!