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 120 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. Both full time and part time positions are available.
Job Summary
Individuals with experience driving larger cargo vans or straight trucks are preferred but everybody will be considered regardless of experience. 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. Only on rare occasion there is an overnight route.
Essential functions:
•Load and unload vans 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 vehicle 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 driving straight trucks. If no DOT card, must be able to pass a DOT physical.
•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.
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
Skills and Abilities
•Outstanding customer service abilities
•Dedication and enthusiasm with a whatever-it-takes attitude
•Excellent organizational skills
Additional Info:
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.
•Medical insurance paid 100% by the company
•Option to add dental, vision, life, disability, accident and illness insurance at employee's own expense
•Free CSA share
•Competitive PTO plan
•Retirement plan (available at one year)
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.