Food Rescue Route Driver

This position is responsible for the collection and distribution of food for the Food Rescue program.

This position is Part Time, TUESDAYS and FRIDAYS from 6:15am - 2:15pm (16 hours per week).

Essential Functions:

1. Drives and operates Food Rescue trucks.
2. Collects and delivers donated food to pantries and partner agencies.
3. Represent Food Rescue and Goodwill Northern Michigan to donors and agencies.
4. Maintain Food Rescue vehicles and refrigeration in clean, good running condition.
5. Adhere to all policies and procedures as established in the Goodwill Manual.
6. Comply with Michigan seasonal weight restrictions ("frost laws") and adjust routes or loads as required during thaw periods to protect roadways and ensure legal operation.
7. Enters daily poundage records into Food Rescue Database.
8. Builds and manages relationships with food donors and agency partners.
9. Operates Food Rescue equipment such as pallet jack, liftgate, and digital scale.
10. Ensure a clean working environment that complies with the local Health Department and other agencies.
11. Communicate regularly with Food Rescue Director to ensure good service
12. Trains and leads volunteer riders to ensure safety and effectiveness.
13. Assists in the training of new drivers
14. Maintains great customer service internally and externally.
15. Adhere to all Goodwill Northern Michigan policies and procedures.
16. Other duties as assigned by manager.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Support the mission and vision of Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan.
2. Perform work in a safe manner by observing all Goodwill safety policies and procedures.
3. Interact with all Goodwill team members, clients, and customers in a professional manner.
4. Respect the diversity of others, including but not limited to, those with cultural, ethnic, and gender differences, individuals experiencing homelessness, and persons with visible and non-visible disabilities.