Summary:

The Urban Canopy is a young and diverse organization working on cutting edge issues at the intersection of urban agriculture and sustainable food. We are seeking a skilled Commercial Transporter to help support our vision: to create a sustainable and equitable food system by way of environmental stewardship, local job creation, healthy-living initiatives, and community building.

Transporters are vital to achieving our vision by driving to physically distribute local and organic food, as well as collecting compostables throughout the Chicagoland area for our Compost Club service. There are two types of Transporter roles: Residential and Commercial, in which a Transporter (depending on availability) can choose one or the other or both. Ideally transporters can be flexible to do either type of transportation role.

Duties and Responsibilities (Urban Canopy phone & vehicle provided):

Collecting compostable waste from our Compost Club members.

Delivering goods to various commercial customers and community partners across Chicago.

Communicating with customers about specific deliveries/pickups in person, by text or over the phone.

Recording impact stats for Compost Club members. and recording delivery information for UC customers.

Recording a variety of information from routes into online spreadsheets.

Coordinating follow-up with customers from other Urban Canopy Branches.

Maintaining vehicle cleanliness and functionality.

Qualifications Commercial:

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Enjoy doing physically active work
• Capable of lifting/rolling 250 pounds (up a ramp)
• Expected to handle fewer stops per routes consisting of 35 gallon rolling totes and 7 gallon pails
• Be able to use a smart phone for customer phone calls, texting and GPS navigation
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle moderate amounts of uncertainty including inclement weather
• Skilled in driving medium to large cargo vans or box trucks; former professional driving experience is highly preferred
• Ability to drive safely in inclement weather
• Effective verbal/written communicator
• Maintain punctual & consistent attendance
• Positive work ethic
• Able to work in a team and independently
• Broader interest in sustainability and urban farming

Scheduling Information:

Seasonal & Permanent positions available

• 24-40 hours per week, Mon-Fri from 8am-4pm
• Candidates can expect to be involved in other Urban Canopy operations in addition to Transport

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person