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Location: Irvine, CA
Reports To: Transportation Managing Director
Classification: Class A (Drivers may be assigned Class A, B, or C commercial vehicles as required)
Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt; $23.90-$25.31 (DOE)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week, Initial hours: 7:00 am-3:30 pm; 8-hour workdays may adjust between 6 am and 6 pm depending on business needs. Occasional evenings and Saturdays may be required.
Benefits: We offer excellent Benefit Plans, including an incremental PTO Plan; 15+ paid holidays plus a Birthday Floating Holiday. 403(b) retirement plan with a match. Medical & Dental insurance plans, with the employer paying the majority; a life Insurance plan and Employee Assistance Program paid by the employer.

Would you like to go to work knowing that every day you’ll be making a real difference in the lives of community members in Orange County? At Second Harvest Food Bank, that’s exactly what you’ll be doing – contributing to our mission to provide food for those who need it. You’ll work alongside team members committed to living out the Food Bank’s core values of Integrity & Accountability, People First, Compassion, Purpose Driven, and Stewardship. Join our upbeat, collaborative team who are
improving lives every day.

Second Harvest Food Bank’s (SHFB) Vision: An Orange County with food and nutritional security for all. Our Mission: In collaboration with our partners, we provide dignified, equitable, and consistent access to nutritious food, creating a foundation for community health. Since 1983, we have been a source of food security for all
members of our community when they need our help.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Our drivers represent Second Harvest Food Bank in daily interactions with community partners, donors, and community members. In this role, you will safely and efficiently transport, deliver, and pick up food and materials throughout Orange County. The ideal candidate brings professionalism, strong communication skills, and a commitment to our mission and core values.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Operate assigned commercial vehicles safely and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies

Be qualified and capable of operating all company-assigned commercial vehicles, including refrigerated box trucks up to 33,000 lbs. GVWR, tractor-trailer combinations up to 80,000 lbs. GVWR, dual rear wheel (dually) pickup trucks with gooseneck trailers, and other Class A, B, and C commercial vehicles as required

Conduct pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required inspection documentation.

Connect the tractor to the trailer and ensure a proper, secure coupling before operation.

Inspect and confirm that liftgates and related equipment are properly connected and in safe working conditions before operation.

Transport food, donated products, supplies, and other goods between designated locations in a safe and timely manner.

Load, unload, and organize pallets, products, and materials safely, orderly, and efficiently.

Load all pallets, products, and materials identified on manifests and route documentation onto the assigned vehicle and deliver to the correct destination according to established schedules and delivery
instructions.

Secure all cargo, including pallets and loose items, using appropriate equipment and methods to prevent
shifting damage, contamination, or loss during transport

Obtain required signatures, warehouse scans, electronic confirmations, photographs, and other documentation to verify pickups and deliveries.

Use approved technology and software applications to navigate routes, obtain signatures, capture photographs, communicate route updates, and complete required operational documentation. 

Complete required delivery and pickup records, temperature logs, inspection reports, and other operational documentation accurately and timely.

Actively monitor, document, and protect product temperatures throughout transportation. Promptly report temperature deviations, documentation issues, or other concerns that may result in product loss, regulatory exposure, or partner complaints.

Assess donated products in accordance with food safety policies and follow established procedures for acceptance, rejection, and escalation of concerns

Clean and sanitize the interior of assigned vehicles, including cab, cargo areas, trailers, shelving, and related equipment, in accordance with organizational sanitation and food safety standards

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, and use hands

Required to load and unload pallets using an electric pallet jack independently

Regularly required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Regularly required to climb in and out of trucks and operate vehicles.

Regularly required to push or pull up to 2,000 lbs using an electric pallet jack.

Regularly required to use liftgate equipment to move pallets in and out of trailers.

Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Required to wear footwear meeting organizational safety requirements (stipend provided)

REQUIREMENTS:

At least 6 months of Class A driving experience

Current DMV printout indicating Class A license status (not older than 30 days)

Current Medical Examiner’s Certificate

Ability to understand and execute written and verbal instructions

Strong customer service skills, ensuring all client and partner interactions are handled with professionalism, empathy, and efficiency

Ability to problem-solve and make sound decisions using common sense and established procedures

Negative result on Pre-Employment Drug Screening

Ongoing participation in DMV pull notice monitoring system.

Ongoing participation in random controlled substances & alcohol screening program

Ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a respectful, patient, and service-oriented manner

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed, rather than to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for the position. Management may change the position duties at any time. This
position description is not intended to create contractual obligations of any kind.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.