Last Mile Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Position Purpose:  

The Last Mile Driver ensures the safe and timely pickup and delivery of rescued food using LMFR vehicles, connecting local donors with community agencies across Greater Cincinnati. This part-time role is central to LMFR’s mission of reducing food waste and fighting hunger, with potential to grow into full-time as demand increases. 

This position is for you if you:  

• Have a passion to make a difference in our community.  
• Want to be part of the solution to hunger and food waste.  
• Enjoy working with customers and have strong interpersonal skills.  
• Are detail oriented and enjoy variety and change in your daily work.  

What does a Last Mile Driver do?  

• Safely operates LMFR vehicles in compliance with traffic laws and organizational policies. 
• Picks up food donations and delivers to partner agencies all over Greater Cincinnati.  
• Assists with the loading, sorting and distribution of food.  
• Provides excellent customer service to donors, partner agencies, and volunteers.  
• Accurately records pickup and delivery quantities using LMFR app.  
• Immediately reports any issues with vehicles or other assets. 
• Assists with maintaining and organizing LMFR storage and facilities. 
• Uses LMFR and other apps on personal cell phone to complete rescues and communicate throughout the day. 

Qualifications and Experience:  

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Required).  
• Must be at least 18 years of age (Required).  
• Must be able to pass a DOT Physical and submit to pre-employment screening (Required).  
• Current driver’s license with good driving record. No moving violations within the past 12 months (Required).  
• Comfortable driving or learning to drive large vans and box trucks (Required).  

Work Schedule & Requirements:  

• Typical schedule is 8am-12pm, with occasional Saturday or holiday shifts as needed. Additional hours in the afternoon are often available but not guaranteed.  
• The ability to lift 30-60 pounds regularly.  
• Mild to heavy physical activity involving moving large objects, operating a pallet jack and sorting through food.  

Compensation and benefits:  

Starting at $17 an hour  

Mileage reimbursement 

Generous Paid Time Off