Delivery Driver

To apply:

Please submit your resume to be considered for the position. Please, no phone calls.

Organization Description

Moveable Feast serves people who live at the intersection between serious chronic illness and food insecurity. We provide healthy, home-delivered meals with individualized nutrition counseling, at no cost, to improve the health and quality of life of those we serve. Moveable Feast mobilizes a compassionate community of volunteers and supporters to feed people, fight disease, and foster hope.

Our Vision

A Maryland where people come together to feed people, fight disease, and foster hope.

Our Mission

Improve the health of Marylanders experiencing food insecurity and chronic illness by preparing and delivering medically tailored meals and providing nutrition education, thereby achieving racial, social, and health equity.

Our Values

COMPASSION

EQUITY

QUALITY

INTEGRITY

HOPE

Moveable Feast needs a strong and effective team to fully realize its mission and intended impact in the community. Being part of the Moveable Feast team is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who believes that food is medicine for people living with serious illness.

Moveable Feast works to be an organization diverse in thought, life experience, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical and developmental ability, and socioeconomic status. We seek candidates who will contribute to diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments for our clients, volunteers, and staff. Moveable Feast condemns racism and discrimination in all its forms and has taken an anti-racist stance that moves beyond mere statements on our commitment to minimizing negative impacts in the present and future by: denouncing racism; evaluating policies and practices; and recognizing and dismantling oppressive systems.

The Position

The Delivery Driver is responsible for daily packing and delivery of meals to clients throughout Maryland. Delivery Drivers ensure that clients receive their weekly meals and are the in-person representatives of Moveable Feast to the people we serve. They also report essential information to Client Services staff about client needs and changes. Delivery Drivers are also responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of their vehicles.

Responsibilities:

· Packs vehicle with all items scheduled for delivery including food, supplies and informational flyers ensuring that clients receive items as scheduled.

· Completes assigned daily delivery routes throughout Baltimore City and additional counties served by Moveable Feast adhering to all traffic laws and safe driving practices as required by the Moveable Feast driver’s manual.

· Makes regular contact with clients to ensure successful delivery, determine any needed changes and relay information to Client Services team.

· Maintains strict client confidentiality at all times.

· Performs daily and weekly vehicle inspections as required.

· Properly packs, stores and returns meals for delivery to ensure appropriate safety and quality control measures are in place.

· Reviews daily route sheets and determines a delivery plan, contacting clients and conferring with Transportation Manager if necessary, to arrange meal drop-off.

· Coordinates with the Client Services Department in handling special client requests and redeliveries.

· Engages respectfully, courteously and pleasantly with each staff member and client, noting any special needs or problems which may be apparent.

· Engages in regular training on interacting with clients, safe driving practices, vehicle safety and maintenance and other training topics as required.

Requirements:

· Possess a valid Maryland driver’s license with no points on MVA Record.

· At least one year of experience as a delivery driver utilizing a large vehicle or passenger size van.

· Experience following an assigned route with experience delivering in Maryland preferred.

· At least one year customer service experience. Prior work or volunteer experience working with diverse and marginalized populations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Moveable Feast; Commitment to Moveable Feast’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion principles and practices; Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance and upkeep. Knowledge of Baltimore and surrounding counties serviced. Able drive and work in various weather conditions (rain, snow, sleet, heat, humidity). Excellent customer service skills. Ability to be sensitive to client needs and interact with diverse staff and client populations. Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office applications to check and respond to email. Ability to use electronic forms to make daily reports. Able to stand for up to 3 hours and lift up to 50 pounds.

This position requires weekly work based out of our office location 901 N. Milton Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21205. Deliveries occur Monday through Friday with the occasional need for weekend or holiday delivery routes.

Pay Rate: $18/hr starting hourly rate, the position is full time hourly at 30-40 hours per week (may vary from week to week)

Benefits: CareFirst BC/BS medical, dental & vision insurance (75% employer paid); Paid Time Off (PTO); Paid holidays; & 403(b) retirement plan. Moveable Feast has a strong commitment to the growth and development of people and provides professional development and learning opportunities for all staff.'
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Experience level:

• 1 year

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff must wear a mask at all times.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• delivery driving: 1 year (Required)
• utilizing a large vehicle or passenger size van: 1 year (Required)
• following an assigned route: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Maryland driving license with no points (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $18