Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Summary of Position

Class A Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and efficient operation of commercial motor vehicles to transport food and related products throughout the High Plains region, the top 29 counties of the Texas Panhandle. This position supports High Plains Food Bank’s mission to alleviate hunger and reduce food insecurity by delivering and recovering food donations in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Summary of Duties/Responsibilities

1. Safely deliver food donations to partner agencies, programs, and distribution sites

2. Load, secure, and unload product using forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and manual pallet jacks

3. Pick up food donations from donors and vendors

4. Ensure receipts and documentation are accurate and submitted

5. Operate 53’ refrigerated trailers and/or straight trucks

6. Comply with DOT, food safety, and organizational policies

7. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections

8. Maintain cleanliness of assigned vehicles

9. Complete all required paperwork and electronic logs

10. Provide excellent customer service to staff, agencies, donors, and volunteers

11. Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and professionalism

12. Perform other duties as assigned

Core Competencies: Communication, Customer Service, Reliability/Dependability, Respect and Integrity, Teamwork, Planning, and Work Habits.

Qualifications

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Current DOT Medical Certificate

Clean driving record and ability to be insured by company vehicle insurance provider

Minimum 2 years of tractor/trailer driving experience preferred

Knowledge of DOT, state, and local transportation regulations

Experience operating 53’ trailers and/or straight trucks, including refrigerated units

Ability to safely operate forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and manual pallet jacks

Ability to complete required logs, delivery paperwork

Strong communication and customer service skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Reliable, dependable, and punctual attendance

Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including lifting to 50 lbs

Knowledge of warehouse operations, practices, procedures, and standards

Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements.

Hydraulic equipment experience

Physical Demands

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, and grasp regularly

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs on a regular basis

Ability to push and pull up to 2,000 lbs using a manual pallet jack

Ability to safely operate electric and manual pallet jacks

Ability to drive locally for approximately 90% of work time

Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

Indoor and outdoor work environments

Exposure to hot and cold temperatures

Moderate noise levels

Exposure to dust, dirt, and vehicle exhaust

Frequent interaction with staff, agencies, donors, and volunteers

Warehouse Duties

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment

Sweep and mop warehouse floors, dock areas, and staging areas as needed

Remove trash, cardboard, and debris and dispose of materials in designated areas

Keep loading docks, coolers, freezers, and storage areas clean and free of hazards

Follow food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines while performing cleaning tasks

Assist with general warehouse cleanup during downtime or as assigned

Support warehouse staff in maintaining orderly and sanitary workspaces