Church on the Move

St. Louis Area Foodbank (SLAFB)
Job Title: Food on the Move Driver
Immediate Supervisor: Transportation Manager
Employees Supervised: None
FLSA: Non-Exempt/Hourly

General Description/Position Summary:

The Food on the Move (FOTM) Driver is responsible for the setup and delivery of the Food on the Move (FOTM) and Food Access and Resource Markets (FARMs) programs. These programs provide equitable access to nutritious food through various distribution methods (client choice and drive-through models) across our 26-county service area. The FOTM Driver plays a critical role in ensuring these food distribution programs are executed efficiently and safely.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•Oversee and manage the St. Louis Area Foodbank's FOTM and FARMs distributions, including logistics and volunteer support.
•Safely operate the 32-ft FOTM trailer and Ford F450 towing vehicle.
•Ensure compliance with food safety and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) guidelines during all food distribution activities.
•Provide an excellent experience for neighbors participating in direct distributions.
•Conduct a daily checklist of transportation equipment to ensure it is clean, safe, and ready for travel.
•Assist with loading food for each distribution event.
•Help with post-distribution clean-up, including proper storage of pallets, disposal of trash, and other tasks as needed.
•Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

•Ability to become ServSafe certified.
•Proven experience working with diverse individuals and groups on community-focused initiatives.
•Passion for the Foodbank's mission and commitment to SLAFB's Core Values: Stewardship, Teamwork, Agility, and Respect.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
•Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
•Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and be willing to travel within SLAFB's 26-county service area.
•Must successfully pass a drug screening and criminal background check.
•High school diploma or GED, with relevant driving experience.
•Ability to pass and maintain an annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review and driving skills assessment.
•Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
•Must comply with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including but not limited to:

• Drug and alcohol testing
• Driving skills assessment

Work Schedule:

•Full-time position, Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday.
•Work is performed both onsite at the SLAFB facility and in the community (serving neighbors in a 26-county area across Missouri and Illinois).
•Occasional weekend or evening hours may be required based on operational needs.

The Impact You Will Make:

Building a stronger bi-state region by nourishing people, empowering communities, and transforming systems.
At the St. Louis Area Foodbank, we are working to create a nutritionally secure Missouri and Illinois. With the dedicated partnership of over 500 hunger-relief partners - including soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters, and residential programs - we are responding to emergency hunger needs in communities across 26 counties in Missouri and Illinois by distributing food to more than 300,000 people every year.
Since opening in 1975, and with the tremendous support and generosity of this community, the St. Louis Area Foodbank has grown to become our region's largest food distribution charity. Not only are we dedicated to nourishing people, but we are also committed to collaborating with partners and communities to empower them and transform the hunger-relief system. Together, we are feeding people and working to address the root causes of hunger for lasting impact every day.
What We Can Offer You...

Beyond a great mission, dedicated team members and an incredible opportunity to truly make a difference in our community, you will be generously rewarded for your contributions including:

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• 403b plan with amazing company match
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, and more!)

We work hard, play hard and change lives - so apply to join our Foodbank Family!

Social Responsibility Statement

You are welcome at the St. Louis Area Foodbank (SLAFB) for who you are. At the SLAFB, we strive to empower our team to embrace and celebrate who they are. We cultivate a fair work environment that fosters belonging and respects and values people with varied backgrounds, demographics, identities and disabilities. Doing so strengthens our organization, cultivates a culture where everyone feels valued and can bring their best selves to the SLAFB. This enables us to nourish people, empower communities, and transform systems. At the SLAFB, we cultivate a respectful and empowered workplace that embraces a broad range of lived experiences and viewpoints. We are committed to building a team that reflects the neighbors and communities we serve in the bi-state region to enhance engagement and connectivity with all key stakeholders.