Child Nutrition Service Van Driver (2) 2026-2027

Job Title:         Child Nutrition Service Van Driver                                   Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to:      Child Nutrition Supervisor and Warehouse Foreman          Pay Grade:  Auxiliary Pay Plan Pay Grade 3

Dept./School: Child Nutrition Services                                

Funding Source: 101 Food Service Fund                                                 Date Revised: November 14, 2019 

District Primary Purpose: To assist and promote La Joya ISD in implementing a rigorous curriculum/instructional program that supports student success and achievement.

Department Primary Purpose: To transport food to schools in accordance with food service regulations regarding safety and sanitation of prepared and raw foods. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: 

High School Diploma or GED required         

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Demonstrate aptitude for successful performance.

Ability to work with others.  

Experience/Knowledge:        

Must be bilingual (English and Spanish).                                                  

Must have or obtain certification to operate a forklift.   

Major Responsibilities and Duties: 

1. To establish rapport with personnel at all schools in order to become an integral part of the overall success of the food service delivery system.

1. To be able to lift and carry 45 pounds without assistance.   

1. To deliver food and supplies to all cafeterias as requested, maintaining the proper temperature of

            foods during transport.         

1. To follow all inventory procedures and controls applicable to supplies and

requisitions. Ensures Manager are checking in materials requisitioned from warehouse.         

1. To learn proper safety procedures; to follow safety regulations in the performance of duties; and

            to report accidents immediately.       

1. To store incoming foods and USDA commodities from vendors in Central Warehouse.

1. Assists the Manager in storing incoming deliveries of dry and freezer items at the campuses.

1. To clean the cooler, freezer, warehouse, and other kitchens as deemed necessary.

1. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

            Mental Demands:

                        Ability to control vehicle at all times.

            Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

                        Standing, walking, pushing, and pulling. Heavy lifting and carrying;                                                   some  stooping, bending, and kneeling. Ability to drive large vehicles.

POSITION WORKING DAYS:           226 Days