Temporary Wholesale Delivery Driver

Description

Temporary Wholesale Delivery Driver

Organization Information 

GrowNYC is a 54-year-old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include: 

• Our network of Greenmarkets, Farmstands, and the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensure that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food. 
• We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more. 
• We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment. 

Temporary Wholesale Delivery Driver - Part Time

Position Summary

The Temporary Wholesale Delivery Driver is part of a driver team responsible for providing efficient and safe delivery of produce by the case or pallet to clients within NYC (5 Boroughs). This role is to provide additional coverage within our driving team, and act as a driver helper when necessary. 

Requirements

Temporary Wholesale Deliver Driver Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):

• Drivers obtain their assigned trucks and routes from our warehouse in The Bronx, make deliveries in a 16’ to 26’ refrigerated truck with a lift gate, and operate hand trucks, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks and forklifts as needed
• Drivers deliver orders to the appropriate destination within a scheduled time
• They are expected to provide professional customer service, keep all delivery documents and invoices neat and organized, and communicate with supervisors regarding lateness, equipment issues, and damaged or missing product
• Following delivery driving routes and time schedules
• Providing customer service, answering questions, and handling complaints from clients
• Abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record

Qualifications

• One-year Commercial truck driving experience•
• Familiarity with and driving knowledge of NYC streets
• Must be comfortable interacting with customers

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, operate a commercial vehicle, and work in noisy environments. 

Schedule

Shift assignments may occur any day between Monday-Saturdays. Early AM shift start times typically between 3:30AM-5:30AM. Shift end times vary according to route. Average 8-hour shifts and 16 - 32 hours per week.

Compensation

This is a non-exempt part-time, temporary position. It pays $24 per hour and includes statutory benefits. This is a temporary position funded through July 2025.

Location

Bronx Warehouse

Applications

Qualified candidates for the Temporary Wholesale Driver position should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to: GrowNYC. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. Due to the volume of employment applications received, GrowNYC is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate. No phone calls or recruiters, please. 

Contact

GrowNYC 

P.O. Box 2327

New York, NY 10272

212-788-7900

For additional information, please see our website: grownyc.org 

GrowNYC is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and hires without regard to race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or physical disability.