Transportation Associate (Driver) (Esquimalt)

Title: Transportation Associate (Driver) Department: Food Security Supervisor: Transportation & Logistics Supervisor

Overview The Transportation Associate is an operations and logistics position within the Food Security department, responsible for the collection and transportation ofproductfor distribution through The Food Security Distribution Centre. The individual must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, as they will be interacting with our valued grocery partners, donors, members of the public, fellow staff and volunteers across 3 locations and several departments to ensure the efficient collection, organization and redistribution of product. Safety and efficiency are key focuses for the Transportation Associate in all aspects of their position. The Transportation Associate must possess and demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills to ensure effective operations with our staff and volunteers, specifically the Food Rescue Manager, Programming Manager, and Guest Services Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

Safe and courteous operation of The Mustard Seed Street Church’s vehicles

Health and Safety – work practices and cleanliness of vehicles and equipment

Be an ambassador for health and safety regulations-encourage fellow transportation associates and lead by example

Responsible for the well-being and safety of all staff, volunteers, clients and donors during pick-ups and deliveries

Collaborate with Shipping/Receiving and colleagues to ensure effective collection and distribution of product through established methods

Help to maintain all equipment used in Transportation, including vehicles, carts, dollies, bins, forklifts, pallet jacks or relevant equipment

Train, support, supervise and evaluate volunteers with a range of diverse personalities and skills

Effective communication with Food Security Team, donors, vendors, partner agencies, staff, volunteers and general public

Attending and participating in all relevant Mustard Seed Street Church meetings and training opportunities available

Completion of both truck inspection/trip sheets and Route Check-list daily

Event support for Development team

Participate in employee and program evaluation process

Other duties as required

Qualifications

Required – BC Driver’s license and acceptable abstract

Asset – Experience driving5, 3 & 1 tontrucks; experience driving a Sprinter Van

Experience in vehicle inspection and completing inspection sheets

Asset– Current forklift and power jack certification with experience completing inspection sheets (or a willingness to obtain)

Warehouse experience an asset

Food HandlingSafetyCertificate(or willingness to obtain)

Key Competencies

Ability to meet physical demands of position-standing, walking, lifting for entire shift

Able to receive and follow instructions from supervisors

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to take positive initiative and provide recommendations

Strong and demonstrable work ethic

Responsible and accountable

Compassionate and kind demeanor

Terms of Employment

Must be willing to sign the staff code of conduct

This position reports to: Transportation & Logistics Supervisor

Term: Casual, On-Call

Shift range: Monday to Friday, 6/7am to 1/2pm (typical); Saturdays 8:30/9am to 1/1:30pm; event support as needed

Must read and agree to following The Mustard Seed policies which are a living, changing document

The Mustard Seed Street Church follows BC Employment Standards

Must provide an acceptable criminal record check, including the level of clearance required to work with vulnerable people

Must provide completed Medical Assessment form from your Medical Practitioner

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