Utility Driver

Utility DriverStarting Hourly Rate: $16.50, based on experience, interview, and skills testLocation: The Hub– North Liberty, IAReports to: Unit Team LeadershipEmployment Type: Full-Time and Part Time, Non-ExemptAbout New Pioneer Food Co-opNew Pioneer Food Co-op is a community owned, value driven local food marketplace rooted in cooperation, sustainability, and shared success. We exist to strengthen the local food system while creating welcoming spaces for staff, members, and partners to thrive. Our production facility serves as the connection point between our kitchens and our stores, ensuring fresh, high quality products reach our shoppers every day.About the RoleThe Utility Driver is responsible for safely transporting prepared foods and bakery products between New Pioneer's production facility and retail locations while supporting daily production operations. This role combines delivery, operational support, merchandising, and occasional food preparation to help ensure products are delivered safely, presented well, and available when our shoppers need them.Success in this role requires reliability, organization, flexibility, and a commitment to quality in every part of the workday.RequirementsWhat You Will DoTransport prepared foods, bakery products, catering orders, and supplies between the production facility and retail locationsLoad, unload, inspect, and organize products to ensure timely and accurate deliveriesSupport food preparation, packaging, labeling, and staging activities as production needs requireAssist with merchandising, stocking, and product rotation within retail locationsMaintain delivery vehicles, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe conditionCommunicate effectively with production and store teams to ensure smooth daily operationsFollow all food safety, sanitation, and transportation standardsRepresent New Pioneer with professionalism while interacting with staff, vendors, and community partnersWhat Success Looks LikeDeliveries are completed safely, accurately, and on timeProducts arrive in excellent condition and are ready for merchandising and saleProduction teams receive dependable operational support that helps maintain an efficient workflowShoppers consistently experience fresh, high quality products that are available when expectedFood safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards are maintained throughout each shiftTeam members across production and retail view this role as a reliable partner who contributes to overall operational successWhat You'll BringExperience in delivery, grocery, food service, warehouse, logistics, or production environments is preferredValid Iowa driver's license with a driving record that meets New Pioneer insurance requirementsAbility to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a physically active environmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple teamsCommitment to cooperative values and community centered workCompensation & BenefitsThis position offers competitive hourly pay aligned with market benchmarks for similar cooperative retail roles, along with benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, staff discounts, and retirement plan options for eligible team members.Why Join New PioneerAt New Pioneer, every role contributes to a shared mission of building stronger communities through food, service, and cooperation.