Position Summary:
Interstate Truck Drivers procure food from vendors and deliver food orders packed in bags and totes on a regular weekly route. All routes originate from Williamstown, MA warehouse, procurement routes travel up to Vermont then return each day, and delivery routes travel to drop-off sites in the Boston, MA area and return each day. Drivers are representatives of Farmers to You, interacting with vendors and customers, ensuring that fresh and healthy food is procured and delivered to customers in good condition and on time. Drivers also transfer products to home delivery drivers/vehicles at designated transfer locations and are responsible for setting up and operating sites where customers pick up weekly orders. This role requires a driver’s license, a clean driving record, the ability to operate a truck per Federal Department of Transportation (FDOT) regulations, follow directions, frequently lift up to 50 lbs., attention to detail while working quickly, and ability to communicate clearly. Knowledge of produce and food products is a plus.
Essential Functions:
- Follow directions of the Driver Coordinator
- Pickup and drop off truck in designated Williamstown location
- Assist in loading and preparing truck for travel and unloading and preparing truck for drop off
- Ensure items in vehicle are secured appropriately prior to travel
- Pre-trip truck inspection and timely reporting of any maintenance issues or needs
- Drive truck back and forth between Williamstown, VT vendor locations, and designated locations in the Boston, MA region (approximately 4 stops)
- Organize and transfer products, totes and bags from truck to local delivery vehicle for home deliveries
- Unload products, totes and bags at designated customer pick-up sites
- Set up, operate, and break down customer pick-up locations in partnership with location-based site hosts
- Act as representative of Farmers To You, display interest in the products carried, provide exceptional customer service, answer questions, and follow-up with other customer service staff as necessary
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Work with others using clear communication
- Participate in weekly driver team meetings
- Participate as a member of the Packing Team (see Pick Crew Member position description for details)
- Collect invoices or bill of lading from vendors and deliver to the Operations Lead at Williamstown
- Other duties as assigned
