Job Truck Driver in Mississauga

Driver

Do you want to make a difference in people’s lives by helping to build A Mississauga Where No One Goes Hungry?

If you are looking for a great job that offers meaningful work, a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental and vision coverage paid by the employer, RRSP matching contribution, 3 weeks of paid vacation, with additional days accruing after 2 years of employment, 12 days of paid sick time, incredible work environment and culture, you enjoy celebrating accomplishments with your co-workers, and plenty of coffee and tea, look no further. Come join The Mississauga Food Bank!

The Mississauga Food Bank’s (TMFB) vision is a Mississauga where no one goes hungry. We have been relieving hunger by providing and promoting access to healthy food since 1986.

Job Purpose

As a member of the Operations team, you will collaborate with colleagues to manage food donations and distribute food to member agencies in Mississauga.

What You’ll Do

Driver Responsibilities (75%):

• Prepare, inspect, and operate 18’ truck equipped with a reefer and lift gate
• Pick up/deliver donations throughout Mississauga. Pickups may include grocery store donation bins, fire stations, schools, corporate food drives, shipping docks, etc.
• Partner with a volunteer driver assistant to load and unload shipments on the truck which will require manual lifting or “hand-bombing”
• Inspect orders just prior to shipping/pick up to ensure product quality, and proper skid stacking/wrapping, and obtain a secondary inspection before releasing
• Follow all cold chain management regulations and report any unsafe practices to the Warehouse Manager
• Follow assigned route and time schedules
• Follow all MTO regulations and safety standards
• Ensure that the truck is gassed, clean, and ready for the next day

Warehouse Operator Responsibilities (15%):

• Pick, weigh, and inspect outgoing orders and incoming product donations and purchases
• Ensure incoming product is handled and stored according to safe food handling standard operating procedures
• Ensure all areas of the warehouse are free of debris or hazards and cleaned on a frequent basis
• At the end of each day, return all equipment to designated areas, ensure proper charging procedures, and complete a final inspection of the warehouse
• Report any unsafe practices and equipment to Logistics Supervisor
• Perform other duties as assigned

Other Duties as Assigned or Required (10%)What You’ll Bring

• 2-3 years of experience in a warehouse environment
• Ability to manually lift up to 50lbs
• Excellent customer service skills and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure warehouse environment, and to adapt to rapidly changing priorities
• Proven ability to self-supervise, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends

MANDATORY Qualifications:

• 3 years of commercial/heavy driving experience
• Class G driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract

What Skills, Competencies, and Qualities Do You Bring

• Passion. A passion for mission-driven work and personal values aligned with those of TMFB. Concern for and interest in issues of poverty, food security, and/or social justice
• Communication. Speak, listen, and write in a clear, confident, respectful, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. A strong storyteller
• Relationship Building. Internal and external relationship-building skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with suppliers, staff, volunteers, and other relevant stakeholders. Working independently and collaboratively with team members to foster strong relationships with donors
• Detail-Oriented. Conscientious and high attention to detail and understanding it makes the difference between mediocre and excellent donor service. Manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently, with superior organizational skills and an ability to work under deadline
• Proactivity/Enthusiasm/Persistence. Act without being told what to do. Passionate and excited about work. Can-do attitude. Tenacious and goes the distance to complete work. Ability to work autonomously while being aware of the importance of accountability. Results-focused
• Flexibility/Adaptability. Flexible, versatile, and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency. Adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions. Cope effectively with complexity and change
• Technical. Computer proficiency with strong skills in MS Office and/or Google Apps for business; experience with CRM software. TMFB is a cloud-based, paperless environment

What We Offer

• 3 weeks of paid vacation, with additional days accruing after 2 years of employment
• 12 days of paid sick time
• 20 paid hours to volunteer at any organization of your choice
• Paid wellness days
• Funding for professional development
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid mental health and well-being support
• Matched group RRSP (after 3 months of employment) of up to 5% of your gross salary
• Equitable and culturally diverse work environment
• Other employee incentives are offered.

Role Details

Relationships: This position reports to the Logistics Supervisor, and is a member of the Operation team. Outside the organization, the position liaises with donors and food bank agencies.

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Mon, Tues, Thurs 9-5; Wed 9-8; Fri 9-1 (39 hr/week)

And some evening and weekend work