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Who We Are:
Are you ready to join a team where your talent creates lasting change? At Northern Illinois Food Bank, every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our Neighbors, so that everyone in Northern Illinois has the food they need to thrive! Together we are a dedicated and innovative team committed to ending hunger in Northern Illinois. We embrace diverse perspectives, collaboration, and continuous learning, we celebrate successes, learn from challenges, and foster a culture of growth, optimism, and teamwork.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
Northern Illinois Food Bank will embrace opportunities to stand in solidarity with our community, and center the voices of those most impacted by systematic injustices. We affirm our commitment to anti-racism, to gender equity, to allyship, and to fairness as we work towards a hunger-free future and to create a better and more just world.  

The Opportunity:
The Northern Illinois Food Bank seeks an extraordinarily motivated candidate to join our team as a CDL A Driver. Our Class A Drivers play a crucial role for the safe, professional, and timely pick-up and delivery of food and related products. This role ensures efficient transportation and distribution while upholding high standards of customer service and safety. The CDL A Driver maintains assigned fleet vehicles in accordance with cost-effective guidelines, ensuring reliability and compliance with all safety regulations. Additionally, the role focuses on maximizing the distribution of food and other products by following established policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s mission to provide essential resources to the community.

This Full-Time position is based out of our West Suburban Center (Geneva) location. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pick up food and related products at Donor locations, deliver orders to participating agency locations, and operate Mobile Market according to assigned schedules.
• Act and drive professionally and safely, following all Illinois Highway Department Rules and Guidelines, all NIFB operating policies and procedures, and any other law that may apply.
• Conduct safety and maintenance inspection of truck(s), trailer(s) before leaving each day and report any problems to the Supervisor.
• Maintain assigned vehicles in clean condition.
• Provide loading/unloading trucks/trailers as required.
• Handle creation and submission of appropriate paperwork as required, including the maintenance of a Driver’s Daily Log, Vehicle Trip Reports and any other Reports specified by Food Bank management.
• Perform other related duties and/or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Why Join Us: 

• Make a Difference: Every role at Northern Illinois Food Bank directly impacts the lives of those we serve. 
• Flexible Work Environment: We value work-life balance and support flexible work models.
• Comprehensive Benefits: The starting pay range for this position is $24.08/hr. Candidates with additional relevant experience, skills, and qualifications may be considered for a higher starting rate.
• Growth Opportunities: Invest in your career with professional development, career mapping, and leadership training.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse, collaborative team that values equity and belonging.

How to Apply: 

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply online at https://solvehungertoday.org/about/join-our-team/.  Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter that highlights your passion for our mission and your relevant skills.

Northern Illinois Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and promote a talented diverse workforce where all employees feel a sense of belonging and contribute to a culture that values differences, ideas, and experiences. We intentionally seek out diverse perspectives and skills on our teams, knowing that it makes us stronger as an organization and better equipped to serve our neighbors in need. We encourage individuals from historically under-represented communities and individuals with lived experience of hunger to apply.

Who You Are:
You’re driven, compassionate, and excited to bring your unique skills to a purpose-driven organization. You have a strong commitment to our mission and:

• 21 years of age or older, with a valid CDL A Driver’s License and DOT Medical Card.
• 2+ years of driving experience with a clean driving record.
• Experience operating a 10-speed manual transmission truck.
• Subject to random drug screen program.
• Able to be certified on powered industrial lift trucks.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and write in English, and perform simple mathematical calculations as needed.