The LUCSA branch plays a key role in achieving our vision by supporting farms and local food producers throughout the Midwest and in the city of Chicago with door-to-door multi-season CSA supplying over 500 members per season. LUCSA Crew Members play a vital role in preparing, packing, and delivering their shares to our members throughout the Chicagoland area. 

Duties and Responsibilities (Urban Canopy vehicle provided):             
 

LUCSA Share Pack

1. Clean, prep, and bunch produce items for up to 600 CSA shares a week in a 35-40 degree environment. 
2. Pack CSA shares, load up Urban Canopy vehicles, and clean packing space as a team of up to eight people.
3. Basic cleaning of cooler space, storage areas, storage crates, and vehicles. 

LUCSA Share Transportation  

1. Deliver 30-50 shares to LUCSA members throughout the city of Chicago (Wednesday/Thursday 11-7, Friday 9-5).
2. Communicate with CSA members about specifics of delivery via text or over the phone.
3. Record details of route into online spreadsheets.
4. Maintain vehicle cleanliness and communicate vehicle issues. 

Qualifications:
 

1. Have a valid driver’s license 
2. Be able to lift 50 lbs
3. Be able to use a smart phone for customer phone calls, texting and GPS navigation
4. Adequate skills driving a van and some knowledge of Chicago streets
5. Punctual, effective and clear communicator
6. Positive work ethic, able to work in a team and independently
7. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle moderate amounts of uncertainty
8. Broader interest in sustainability and food
9. Preference for experience with CSA preparation and packing or customer service
10. Comfortable working in a high speed environment and able to multitask multiple assignments with a high degree of detail.
11. Computer skills: Google Docs Suite and MS Office

Scheduling Information: