What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Assistant (Back-up Driver) - Winchester position at Blue Ridge Area Food Bank?
Do you want to be a part of a highly collaborative and dedicated operations team at one of the most respected charities in the area? Are you someone who enjoys hands-on warehouse work and making a meaningful impact on the community?
The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is seeking a full-time Warehouse Assistant (and occasional back-up driver) for our Winchester, VA warehouse. This role is essential to support the Food Bank's mission by supporting the safe pick-up, delivery, receiving, and distribution of food products, while contributing to daily warehouse operations. This position is primarily a hands-on warehouse role (approximately 80–90% of time), including operating equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, safely lifting and moving products, and working in varying warehouse conditions.
The position will also serve as a back-up driver (approximately 10–20% of time) using mainly non-CDL vehicles (box trucks) to complete scheduled delivery routes as needed. In addition, this role maintains a clean, compliant and warehouse audit-ready using established and/or applicable standards, as well as supports inventory management by tracking products and completing required documentation in the computer system.
Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a CDL Class B license and meet all DOT requirements, including drug and alcohol testing.
Required Job Qualifications
Full-time position with excellent benefits, generous PTO, and eligibility for 12 paid holidays
To be considered: Submit a resume online, or send resume or application to humanresources@brafb.org, mail to BRAFB, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 937, Verona, 24482. The position will be open until filled.
To obtain an employment application, to learn more about the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank or this vacancy, please visit our website at www.brafb.org.
The BRAFB is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspective and lived experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is seeking a full-time Warehouse Assistant (and occasional back-up driver) for our Winchester, VA warehouse. This role is essential to support the Food Bank's mission by supporting the safe pick-up, delivery, receiving, and distribution of food products, while contributing to daily warehouse operations. This position is primarily a hands-on warehouse role (approximately 80–90% of time), including operating equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, safely lifting and moving products, and working in varying warehouse conditions.
The position will also serve as a back-up driver (approximately 10–20% of time) using mainly non-CDL vehicles (box trucks) to complete scheduled delivery routes as needed. In addition, this role maintains a clean, compliant and warehouse audit-ready using established and/or applicable standards, as well as supports inventory management by tracking products and completing required documentation in the computer system.
Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a CDL Class B license and meet all DOT requirements, including drug and alcohol testing.
Required Job Qualifications
- Experience operating warehouse equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and stand-up riders
- Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to work cooperatively with staff and volunteers, as well as independently
- Ability to move, lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds in a safe manner
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment and in adverse weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and snow
- Basic knowledge of food safety requirements
- Basic computer skills with the ability to complete reports and maintain accurate records
- Valid Virginia driver's license with a safe driving record required
- Delivery driving experience a plus
- Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a CDL Class B license and meet all DOT requirements, including drug and alcohol testing
Full-time position with excellent benefits, generous PTO, and eligibility for 12 paid holidays
- Monday-Friday schedule, with occasional evening hours and minimal overtime as needed
- Local routes only, allowing drivers to return home at the end of each workday
- Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
To be considered: Submit a resume online, or send resume or application to humanresources@brafb.org, mail to BRAFB, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 937, Verona, 24482. The position will be open until filled.
To obtain an employment application, to learn more about the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank or this vacancy, please visit our website at www.brafb.org.
The BRAFB is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspective and lived experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
Salary : $19 - $20