Local Route Driver, Straight Trucks, Cargo Vans- FT/PT Job at Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative, Lancaster, PA

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  • Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative
  • Lancaster, PA

Job Description

Description:
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Lancaster Farm Fresh Organics mission is to deliver freshly picked produce to our wholesale markets and CSA members with as little turnaround time as possible. We haul for a non-profit farmer's cooperative of 115 farms - predominately organic produce as well as other perishable food products. Generally, our produce is on market shelves and in CSA members' hands within 24 hours of being picked which means we are specialize in expedited shipping. Our drivers provide friendly, professional service and share your interest in locally-grown organic food. As a small company we excel in providing the best customer service. LFFO serves all of Eastern Pennsylvania, New York City, Washington DC and most of the tri-state area.

Job Summary
Individuals with experience driving 26-foot non-CDL box trucks are preferred but there are also positions specific to small trucks, cargo vans and Class B trucks. Drivers pick up and deliver produce, supplies and other food products to our farmers and to our customers. Most of our product is palletized, refrigerated and temperature sensitive. We seek to find individuals who are safety-oriented, flexible and good communicators. Routes start and end every day at our home location. Overnight routes are occasional in our company but not required for this position. Some work in our yard may be required. Local Route Drivers tend to have routes within 75 miles of Lancaster County. There are PT and FT positions.

Essential functions:
•Load and unload trucks using pallet jacks and hand carts.
•Ensure necessary paperwork is completed for each delivery.
•Communicate appropriately with necessary parties regarding delivery status.
•Maintain simple records of deliveries, pick-ups and truck mileage.
•Inspect vehicle for safety defects and for full vehicle functionality.
•Safeguards secure loading of truck to prevent shifting and product damage.
•Safely operate the assigned vehicle - cargo vans (less than 10,000 lbs.), non-CDL straight trucks (up to 26,000 lbs.)
•Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. repeatedly throughout the day.

Qualifications:
•Minimum age of 21 to meet DOT regulations for commercial motor vehicles.
•Current DOT card. If no DOT card, must be able to pass a DOT physical.
•CDL license is not mandatory and all levels of driving experience are encouraged to apply.
•Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
•Ability to follow directions on delivery route.
•Aptitude to maintain simple logs and records.
•Dependable worker able to carry out series of work instructions without constant supervision. HIRING AGAIN

Requirements:
•Ability to drive larger vehicles through urban settings
•Capacity and stamina to meet the physical demands of loading and unloading
•Must pass a post-offer DOT drug screen

Additional Info:
Skills/Abilities
•Outstanding customer service abilities
•Dedication and enthusiasm with a whatever-it-takes attitude
•Excellent organizational skills

Part-Time year round and seasonal positions involve full days however a mutually beneficial schedule is possible.

Full-Time year round and seasonal positions generally involve a 4-day work week, between Monday-Saturday however drivers need to be available at least 5 days due to route fluctuations. If a consistent work schedule is required, this option can be explored. When employees are available every day, they tend to get more overtime. We have very few routes on Sundays, and if desired employees can expect to be off.

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties, not listed here, may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the team.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Sunday, Saturday,

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