Food Program Driver

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: 

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Delivery Driver at the Goldsboro Family YMCA will execute the delivery of fresh food and healthy meals to program sites in our food program. The essential functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals and Mission of the Goldsboro YMCA, intentionally fostering a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined. The Goldsboro Family YMCA is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community. We strive to create a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and a sense of belonging.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Drives vehicles safely according to YMCA policies and procedures and state laws. 
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with vendors, volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization. 
• Creates a safe environment in which others feel welcome and respected. 
• Promotes safety at all times by keeping first aid supplies fully stocked. 
• Completes thorough before-and-after trip checks each day and records all information, such as gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms. 
• Ensures delivery receipts are adequately maintained. 
• Communicates regularly with other staff members, supervisors, and vendors.  
• Timely drop-offs & pick-ups to site locations. 
• Return supplies and materials to appropriate locations in preparation for the next day. 
• Maintain organization and cleanliness inside the delivery vehicle. 
• Collect, check, and verify records, ensuring proper signatures. 
• Operate and manage Non-Congregate Meal Service sites during the summer. 
• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism, including participating in DEIB initiatives and training. 
• Actively contribute to the YMCA's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging by ensuring all programs and services are inclusive and accessible. Lead by example to create an inclusive workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes equity, by holding oneself and others accountable for maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment.  
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: 

• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause. 

• Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit  

• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence 

• Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role 

• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Six months to one year of experience in delivery and/or transportation preferred. 

• Must have a current North Carolina driver’s license with the appropriate class license for the vehicle 

• Knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to commercial vehicles 

• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR and First Aid. 

• Minimum of 18 years of age and insurable 

• Proven ability to effectively engage with and relate to individuals from diverse social, economic, and cultural backgrounds, actively fostering an inclusive and equitable environment. 

• Deep commitment to and passion for working in an organization dedicated to valuing and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

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

• Ability to safely drive for long periods 

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more 

• Ability to respond to emergencies 

• Visual and auditory to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity. 

Salary : $18 - $22