Company description

Organization Information

GrowNYC is a 54-year-old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include:

Our network of Greenmarkets, Farmstands, and the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensure that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food.
We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more.
We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment.

Job description

Delivery Driver (Full Time)

Position Summary

The Delivery Driver is part of a driver team responsible for providing efficient and safe delivery of produce by the case or pallet to clients within NYC (5 Boroughs). This role provides professional customer service while ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. Drivers may also act as a driver helper when necessary. This position reports directly to the Outbound Logistics Manager.
Requirements
Delivery Driver Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):

Provide professional, friendly customer service at every delivery stop, building positive relationships with clients and all other incumbents in every interaction
Operate equipment including hand trucks, pallet jacks (for loads up to 2,000 lbs), electric pallet jacks, and forklifts as needed
Work collaboratively with supervisors to promptly address urgent matters such as lateness, equipment issues, damaged or missing product, and customer concerns
Follow delivery driving routes and time schedules while abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record
Qualifications

Valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License)
One-year commercial truck driving experience
Familiarity with and driving knowledge of NYC streets
Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor
Attention to detail
Ability to work early mornings and weekends
Physical Requirements

Lift and carry boxes weighing up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout shift
Unload individual boxes from pallets or delivery vans for smaller orders, requiring frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
Maneuver fully loaded pallets (weighing up to 2,000 lbs, (aiding techniques/tools will be provided for safe lifting upon request)using manual pallet jacks, requiring significant physical effort to pivot, turn, and position pallets in tight spaces
Work outdoors in all weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and cold
Schedule

Shift assignments may occur any day between Monday-Saturday. Early AM shift start times typically between 4:30AM - 6:30AM. Shift end times vary according to route. Average 35-40 hours per week.

Compensation

This is a non-exempt full-time position. It pays $24-$27 per hour and includes full benefits upon meeting the waiting period (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, incentive savings plan, paid time off, Public Service Loan Forgiveness available to employees) where travel throughout the city is an essential component of job duties. This position is union eligible.

Location

Hunts Point Food Hub (routes service all five boroughs)

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $24.00 - $27.00

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline