The Transportation Associate is an operations and logistics position within the Food Security department, responsible for the collection and transportation of product for distribution through The Food Security Distribution Centre. The individual must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, as they will be interacting with our valued grocery partners, donors, members of the public, fellow staff and volunteers across 3 locations and several departments to ensure the efficient collection, organization and redistribution of product. Safety and efficiency are key focuses for the Transportation Associate in all aspects of their position. The Transportation Associate must possess and demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills to ensure effective operations with our staff and volunteers, specifically the Food Rescue Manager, Programming Manager, and Guest Services Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities
Safe and courteous operation of The Mustard Seed Street Church’s vehicles
Health and Safety – work practices and cleanliness of vehicles and equipment
Be an ambassador for health and safety regulations-encourage fellow transportation associates and lead by example
Responsible for the well-being and safety of all staff, volunteers, clients and donors during pick-ups and deliveries
Collaborate with Shipping/Receiving and colleagues to ensure efficient collection and distribution of product through established methods
Help to maintain all equipment used in Transportation, including vehicles, carts, dollies, bins, forklifts, pallet jacks or relevant equipment
Train, support, supervise and evaluate volunteers with a range of diverse personalities and skills
Effective communication with Food Security Team, donors, vendors, partner agencies, staff, volunteers and general public
Attending and participating in all relevant Mustard Seed Street Church meetings and training opportunities available
Completion of both truck inspection/trip sheets and Route Check-list daily
Event support for Development team
Participate in employee and program evaluation process
Other duties as required
Success Indicators
Routes are completed on time and in full and in the order on the route sheet, with minimal missed or delayed pickups/deliveries, with no impromptu changes or additions.
Trip sheets, route checklists, and inspection logs are completed accurately and submitted daily.
Vehicles and equipment are consistently maintained, with regular issues reported and addressed promptly.
The vehicle being utilized each shift is cleaned each shift; the cab and the box.
Communication of any issues that arrive while driving regular routes, extra pickups, donation support etc.
Following safety guidelines consistently and encouraging others.
Qualifications
Required – BC Driver’s license and acceptable abstract
Asset – Experience driving 5, 3 & 1 ton trucks; experience driving a Sprinter Van
Experience in vehicle inspection and completing inspection sheets
Asset– Current forklift and power jack certification with experience completing inspection sheets (or a willingness to obtain)
Warehouse experience an asset
Food Handling Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Key Competencies
Ability to meet physical demands of position-standing, walking, lifting for entire shift
Able to receive and follow instructions from supervisors
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to take positive initiative and provide recommendations
Strong and demonstrable work ethic
Responsible and accountable
Compassionate and kind demeanor
Terms of Employment
Must be willing to sign the staff code of conduct
This position reports to: Food Rescue Manager
Term: Casual, On-Call
Shift range: Saturdays 8:30-1:30; Monday-Friday 6am to 2pm; and 7am to 12pm
Must read and agree to following The Mustard Seed policies which are a living, changing document
The Mustard Seed Street Church follows BC Employment Standards
Must provide an acceptable criminal record check, including the level of clearance required to work with vulnerable people
Must provide completed Medical Assessment form from your Medical Practitioner
