Under the supervision of the Food Services Operations Manager, the Agency’s Driver is responsible for Samaritan House transportation needs, picks ups and drop offs of food, in kind donations and any other items requiring use of Agency vehicles. This position is physical in nature and requires picking up items, loading and unloading of donated inventory, food and supplies including but not limited to transporting food and supplies, picking up donations from Wee Care Program, accepting and delivering donations of food and supplies, storage, stocking and inventory. This position will provide collaborate with the lead Transportation Coordinator to transport food, supplies or other items for agency events and programs held throughout the year. During the holiday program this position will collaborate with the Transportation Coordinator, the Executive Assistant and Volunteer Department team members to coordinate, schedule and perform drop-offs and pickups of Holiday donations and barrels, etc. Safety is paramount and using mobile devices while driving is prohibited unless hands free tools are available. Candidate must possess an excellent driving record and insurance with no incidents of DUI. Position requires excellent customer services delivery when interacting with our donors, internal and external partners. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is very helpful. This position is grant funded for one year. While we expect renewal, it is not guaranteed.

Please note our preferred and in some cases required qualifications for this position:

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid current California driver license
Clean Department of Motor Vehicles Driving record

EXPERIENCE:

• Driving Box Trucks – sizes 10’, 16’ and 18’ trucks.
• Driving Safety Protocols
• Loading and Unloading Safety Protocols
• Experience using truck loading and unloading devices including but not limited to hand dollies, hydraulic pallet dollies, hydraulic lifts, hydraulic truck tailgate lifts.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Bilingual and Bicultural English and Spanish is desired but not required.
• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• Excellent physical ability to load and unload trucks with or without use of devices- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds regularly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills. Must be able to work independently and collaboratively within teams. Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent Computer Proficiency: Experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to quickly learn computer programs and applications. Knowledgeable with use of telecommunication applications as assigned- zoom, skype, FB Messenger etc.
  High level of ethics, integrity, compassion and transparency in all interactions and conducting of business.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise appropriate and sound judgment with tact and diplomacy both under normal and stressful situations.
• Excellent analytical skills, strong organizational, and time management skills, strong and effective multitasking skills. Accuracy and attention to detail is important as well as flexibility to meet the evolving needs of the department in a fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent ability to deliver solutions-based approach to problem solving in a timely manner. Creative thinker with high energy, initiative and enthusiasm.
• Positive and resilient attitude with ability to maintain grace under pressure. Contribute to a collegial and friendly working environment. Ability to function as a team player who promotes the concepts of collaborate work in all areas with a sense of humor and a cooperative spirit.
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and maintain appropriate professional boundaries with all constituents.
  Ability to meet deadlines and complete all work in a timely manner.
• Ability to follow Agency Policies and organize required activities according to Samaritan House policies, procedures and best practices which include any related driving and safety regulations, federal, state, or local agency requirement.
  Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, holidays and/or weekends as needed.
• Ability to independently travel to agency locations as needed- must have dependable transportation with insurance, and a clean driving record.

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