Food Recovery Worker / Driver

The role of a warehouse worker is to assist in the efficient and effective reclamation, processing or distribution of warehouse goods.

• Is able to work in adherence to The Salvation Army’s Christian Mission and Values
• Awareness and compliance with CHWK Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain BC Food Safe standards and training.
• Maintain in good standing a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• With the supervision of the Food Bank Coordinator, organizing and running of the Food Recovery program and that consists of but not limited to;
  • Picking up product from multiple locations
  • Sorting, washing, recycling, disposal of product
  • Maintenance of totes, coolers, freezers, pallets, pallets jacks, forklift, and all Material Handling equipment
  • Directing volunteers in all areas of Food Recovery Program
  • Recording, itemizing and documenting through electrical devises for inventory
  • Moving and storage of all product
  • Cleaning totes and loading vehicles for the next day
• Warehousing services, for all three warehouses, including the receiving of all donations/supplies in cooperation with Food Bank Coordinator, organizing/sorting, storage and distribution of product.
• Is knowledgeable with regards to company policies as well as other Regulations such as Provincial & Municipal highway Traffic Acts.
• Promptly reports to the supervisor all accidents involving the vehicles, personal injury and/or other damage.
• Disposes of garbage and is sensitive to recycling.
• Assists with truck driving and pick ups when required.
• Assist Driver in cleaning inside and outside vehicles a minimum of once a week.
• Plans daily routes in cooperation with the Care & Share Centre for pick up and/or delivery of inventory, supplies, recycling and donations; maintain scheduled pick-ups and ensures transport to and from appointments is completed as scheduled. Ensures the safety and security of the vehicles and goods while in his/her care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Completion of High School
• Ability to pass Police Security Clearance Certificate
• Trained in BC Food Safe
• Working knowledge of universal precautions and communicable diseases.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• Ability to function with flexibility and interruptions.
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills
• Forklift license or certificate an asset
• Prior warehouse experience an asset.

The employee is responsible for his/her own time and effort only.  The employee may demonstrate work methods to new employees, volunteers and/or students.  The employee will work under the following disagreeable conditions:

Dealing with…

1. Angry people
2. Homeless people
3. Verbally abusive people
4. Isolation
5. Work schedule affecting lifestyle.

The employee may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate injury or illnesses due to:

1. Physical attacks by others
2. Exposure to infectious diseases
3. Exposure to bodily fluids
4. Sharp objects
5. Other dangerous situations

The incumbent must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to health and safety rules):

1. Universal precautions
2. Current Certification in first Aid/CPR
3. Criminal Police Investigation Check (CPIC)

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent
• A clean driver’s abstract

HOURS:

Regular/Part Time – Work when needed up to 15 hours per week.

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation.   If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements. 

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

 Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.