Seasonal Class D Driver

Who We Are:

Are you ready to join a team where your talent creates lasting change? At Northern Illinois Food Bank, every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our Neighbors, so that everyone in Northern Illinois has the food they need to thrive! Together we are a dedicated and innovative team committed to ending hunger in Northern Illinois. We embrace diverse perspectives, collaboration, and continuous learning, we celebrate successes, learn from challenges, and foster a culture of growth, optimism, and teamwork.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Northern Illinois Food Bank will embrace opportunities to stand in solidarity with our community and center the voices of those most impacted by systematic injustices. We affirm our commitment to anti-racism, to gender equity, to allyship, and to fairness as we work towards a hunger-free future and to create a better and more just world.

The Opportunity:

Northern Illinois Food Bank seeks an extraordinarily motivated candidates to join our team as a Seasonal Class D Driver, supporting the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). This seasonal role plays a crucial part in ensuring children in underserved communities receive nutritious meals when school is out. The SFSP Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation and delivery of meals to designated sites, loading and unloading food while maintaining proper food safety standards, collaborating with site staff to ensure accurate meal counts, and providing excellent customer service to program participants and partners. This position is seasonal, averaging approximately 20–30 hours per week, with workdays generally Monday through Friday and early morning start times. The position will run from May 26 through August 15, 2026.

This Part-time seasonal position is based out of our Northwest Suburban Center (Rockford) location.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Load delivery into Northern Illinois food bank vehicle by site and by route, verify that the assigned truck is at proper temperatures.
• Ensure that each route has accurate delivery and invoices prior to departure.
• Ensures that warehouse and docking area are free of debris.
• Deliver to youth sites/contact site staff when arriving before or past planned arrival time.
• Professionally communicate with all site personnel upon delivery.
• Keep the vehicle filled with fuel and comply with all DOT requirements and report maintenance needs to the Director of Transportation.
• Empty the vehicle of milk crates, pallets, boxes, shrink wrap and/or coolers.
• Maintain excellent handling and filing of all site invoices.
• Assist with other transportation functions such as Food Recovery, Agency Deliveries etc. 
• Maintain assigned vehicles in clean condition.
• Show up for work on time every day you are scheduled
• Provide advance-notice of any potential missed shifts
• Adhere to all safety protocols and standards
• Perform other related duties and/or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Why Join Us:

• Make a Difference: Every Role at Northern Illinois Food Bank directly impacts the lives of those we serve.
• Flexible Work Environment: We value work-life balance and support flexible work models.
• Compensation: The pay rate for this position is $18.40/hour.
• Growth Opportunities: Invest in your career with professional development, career mapping, and leadership training.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse, collaborative team that values equity and belonging.

How to Apply:

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply online at https://solvehungertoday.org/about/join-our-team/. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter that highlights your passion for our mission and your relevant skills.

Northern Illinois Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and promote a talented diverse workforce where all employees feel a sense of belonging and contribute to a culture that values differences, ideas, and experiences. We intentionally seek out diverse perspectives and skills on our teams, knowing that it makes us stronger as an organization and better equipped to serve our neighbors in need. We encourage individuals from historically under-represented communities and individuals with lived experience of hunger to apply.

Who You Are:
You’re driven, compassionate, and excited to bring your unique skills to a purpose-driven organization. You have a strong commitment to our mission and:

• 18 years of age or older, with a valid Class D Driver’s License.
• High School Degree or GED equivalent required.
• 2 years of driving experience with a clean driving record including:
  • No DUIs or OVIs within the last 5 years OR 2 in any 10-year period
  • No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Ability to receive and follow instructions, with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and write in English, and perform simple mathematical calculations as needed.

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