Company description

The Center for an Agricultural Economy is a catalyst for change based in Hardwick, Vermont. We support rural communities and working landscapes by building a more interconnected local food system. We work together with our neighbors and partners to cultivate interdependence and investigate how to create the conditions for socially, economically and ecologically thriving communities. We implement solutions through our foundational programs, innovative projects, dynamic partnerships and the resources available across our three distinct locations. Together, these components of our organization help ensure our rural food system is supported, our farms are thriving, and everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Center for an Agricultural Economy (CAE), based in Hardwick, VT, seeks a Part-time Delivery Driver for our CAE Farm Connex program with potential for full time work. CAE Farm Connex Delivery Drivers are responsible for completing deliveries and pickups on our weekly pre-determined routes throughout Vermont and New Hampshire. Farm Connex drivers are responsible for safely transporting and delivering local food, daily truck inspections, and communicating with dispatch. CAE Farm Connex operates 7 days a week and provides services to farms, value added food businesses, retail stores, public and private schools, institutions, distribution centers, and other food hubs, keeping the literal wheels turning for our local food system and economy!

JOB DETAILS

Position: Part-time Farm Connex Delivery Driver

Reports to: Food Hub Operations Manager

Schedule: Average of 25 hours a week: alternating Saturdays and early start times required

Compensation: Hourly rate starting at $22.00

Benefits: Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance, Paid Time Off, SIMPLE IRA, phone stipend, professional development

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (or equivalent combination of education and experience:

As dictated by the FMCSA, including but not limited to: be age 21+ at the time of application, possess a valid driver’s license, a clean motor vehicle record, the critical faculties required to safely operate a commercial vehicle, and ability to pass a CDL medical exam. Be able to interpret signage, converse, take instruction and record information in written and/or spoken English.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Distribution & logistics ( 70%)

Operate medium duty refrigerated vehicles safely on our 21+ delivery routes
Pick up & delivery of perishable products in a safe & appropriate manner
AM loading and PM unloading of trucks as needed to maintain efficiency of limited warehouse space and safety of product
Maintain accurate and organized daily delivery records
Coordinate product pickups with Farm Connex team members
Maintain reliable, frequent communication with managers on duty
As needed, provide assistance in the warehouse or on other distribution tasks, such as packing, moving product, assisting on route delivery, etc.
Responsible for vehicle status reports & daily vehicle needs as coordinated by manager
Perform early morning shifts to ensure products are at their destination for receiving hours.
Ability to independently perform job responsibilities in a variety of weather conditions
Ability to proficiently handle fragile food products such as eggs and glass bottles
Knowledge of basic food safety and handling guidelines
Customer service engagement (20%)

Maintain the highest level of customer service with producers and receivers
Communicate regularly with all the members of the Farm Connex team to report any potential issues or needs of producers
Respond to direct operational need (10%)

Adhere to all safety protocols (ex: OSHA, VT Dept of Health, CAE safety protocols)
Adhere to all state and federal laws
Collaborate with staff when unexpected requests or issues arise to resolve them in a collaborative and timely manner
Pitch-in as needed (warehouse operations troubleshooting, product aggregation, order picking, truck loading, pickup/delivery, paperwork filing, etc.)

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline

Attachment

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