What are the responsibilities and job description for the Delivery Driver - Part-time position at Upper Valley Haven?
****** This position includes a $1000 retention bonus! ******
Come join our team and serve our community!
The Upper Valley Haven provides temporary shelter, supportive housing, food, and problem solving to those in need. We are a hardworking, vibrant, and agile team that navigates a complex environment of service within a culture of cooperation. We invest in our team by providing outstanding benefits, cultivating a culture focused on their well-being and personal and professional growth, and offering opportunities to be involved in shaping the organization.
Overview
We are seeking a reliable individual who is motivated to help our fellow community members by supporting our food programs in the following ways: readying, loading, unloading, and delivering food to our partner sites and other area locations; assist in maintaining organization in Food Shelf spaces; complete required documentation in a timely manner; keep the vehicle clean and organized; other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate has excellent driving skills and is able to drive a cargo van and box truck. They have strong organization and communication skills and a high level of attention to detail. They thrive in a busy environment and work well with others to complete tasks.
Benefits
For this part-time position, our benefits package includes employer-paid contribution up to 50% of healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision), partially paid holidays, over 2 weeks of PTO (26 days), life insurance, and a matching 403(b) retirement plan.
Please check out our website to learn more about us.
Compensation
This is a part-time Monday to Thursday position. The hours are 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM with the potential for some flexibility for the right candidate.
* The $1000 sign on bonus pay will be received in increments of $500. The first payment of $500 will be issued upon hire and contingent upon successful completion of records checks. The second payment of $500 will be paid out after 90 days of employment.
Requirements
Critical to the success of this position are:
- Repetitive heavy lifting involved. Preparing, loading, unloading, and delivery to our site and other area locations. Ability to swiftly and carefully lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to pass the DOT medical physical. Reimbursement available if needed.
- A valid driver’s license
- A polite and professional disposition
- Operate an electric pallet jack (training provided!)
- Maintain safe operation and clean appearance by complying with operational policies, procedures, and standards, as well as state and local driving rules and regulations
- Effectively represent the Haven with external partners with professionalism and maturity
- Interacts comfortably with people from a wide range of social, economic, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
The Upper Valley Haven is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace environment that is welcoming and safe for all. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
