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Class A Professional Driver

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listing for: Houston Food Bank
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-15
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Driver, Delivery
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Description

Schedule:

Tuesday - Saturday, Start Time 6:00 AM

POSITION SUMMARY

The Class A Professional Driver delivers and picks up donations in a timely and accurate manner, to and from donors to partner agencies, within the Houston Food Bank’s 18‑county service area. These pick‑ups and deliveries may include food, non‑food, and/or already prepared food where the donor and/or partner agency may/may not be on site and their establishment may/may not be open, meaning unattended donation pick‑ups and/or deliveries.

These pick‑ups and/or deliveries may vary and be after hours and/or occur every day of the year, including holidays, while providing exemplary customer service to both Internal and External Customers.

Adhere to PACT values. (

Purpose:

Using our strengths passionately to contribute to our mission. Accountability:
Choosing to rise above one’s circumstances and demonstrating ownership to achieve results. See It. Own It. Solve It. Do It. Courage: Standing up for what’s right and acting. Transparency: Doing things openly and honestly).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Reliable, consistent, attendance is a requirement. This position requires punctuality and dependable attendance to meet the needs of the business, including attending and taking part in meetings and presentations.
  • Operate company vehicles over established routes while strictly adhering to all Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and guidelines. Vehicles must be operated in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Pick-up donated and/or purchased product from donors/vendors.
  • Load/Unload partner agency’s orders either by hand or use of a manual/electric pallet jack.
  • Comply with all established guidelines set by the Houston Food Bank, local, state, and federal guidelines/regulations while providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers.
  • Interact with others in a professional manner while on duty representing the organization.
  • Responsible for jockey equipment in the yard, between “Primary” and “Off‑Site” locations, to and from the maintenance provider, and as assigned by the leader.
  • Maintain assigned equipment by performing pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections and notifying the leader of any issues with equipment.
  • Deliver partner agency orders and/or donations in assigned equipment.
  • Unload donations/purchases upon return to the domicile as directed by the leader.
  • Complete trip report(s) for compliance and reporting and submit daily at the end of the shift.
  • Complete and turn in all paperwork to the assigned/responsible persons/departments as instructed by the leader.
  • Offer suggestions regarding routing/assignments/etc. that may improve the performance of the organization.
  • Keep equipment clean and free of debris both interior and exterior.
  • Inspect product being delivered, donated, and/or purchased for quality as assigned by the leader.
  • Report all accidents to management.
    • SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

    This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

    QUALIFICATIONS
    • High School Diploma from an accredited school or general education development (GED) certificate
    • 1 Year of commercial driving experience, 2 years of verified class A tractor/trailer experience, and/or certification from an approved driver training program
    Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
    • Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License for tractor/trailer equipment
    • Approved 3‑Year (Clean/Clear/No Violations) Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
    • Must be able to pass the Department of Transportation  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
      • Knowledge of motor vehicle operations, traffic rules, Department of Transportation  and maintenance of motor vehicles
      • Knowledge of tracking and dispatch software (i.e., Samsara)
      • Ability to learn new software systems, smartphones, and driver apps
      • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
      • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
      • Ability to operate a liftgate
      • Ability to operate a manual and electric pallet jack
      • Ability to maintain records of materials, supplies, time, and work performed
      • Ability to accurately prepare and maintain files, reports, and records
      • Ability to…
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