Delivery Driver

Warehouse And Delivery Worker

Berkeley Unified School District

$28.95 - $35.25 Hourly

Varies, Berkeley, CA

School Year / 10 Months

2026-08-28 bw

Nutrition Services

08/28/2026 - 9/21/2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

Basic Function and Representative Duties

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, participate in a variety of delivery and distribution functions; drive a vehicle to various locations to pick up and deliver items, mail, food and supplies. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Participate in a variety of delivery and distribution functions; load and unload shipments of items and supplies; assure proper and timely distribution of items and supplies Drive a vehicle to various locations along assigned routes to pick up and deliver items, mail, food and supplies; distribute items and supplies to appropriate personnel; inspect shipments to assure compliance with school site specifications Place food items in racks, coolers or freezers as required; assure proper temperature of food items; rotate perishable and nonperishable inventory as needed; assure food shipments are not spoiled or damaged; assure distribution activities comply with safety and sanitation requirements Sort, weigh, package, stamp, meter and assure mail items as needed; learn and apply appropriate related postal regulations, including bulk, express and certified mail; participate in bulk mailing activities; calculate fees; prepare related paperwork Assist in daily inventories to determine leftover food item and supply quantities as assigned; compare inventory levels with food service records to verify accuracy Operate a variety of standard warehouse and delivery equipment including food carts, forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks and dollies; operate a postage meter, scale and other mailroom machines, equipment and tools as assigned; operate a variety of office equipment Pick up and deliver mailings and collected monies according to established procedures as required Maintain a variety of records related to food items, supplies, orders, inventory, temperature, monies and assigned activities Communicate with personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns Maintain stock, vehicles and warehouse in a safe, clean and orderly condition; maintain mailroom equipment and arrange for repairs as necessary Perform periodic vehicle safety inspections; check and replenish air and fluid levels as appropriate OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Methods, practices, procedures and terminology used in warehouse, distribution and delivery operations Traffic laws, defensive driving techniques and rules of the road Proper loading and unloading of trucks Operation of a truck, forklift, pallet jack, dolly, hand truck and other warehouse equipment Sanitation and safety practices related to handling and transporting food Storage and rotation of perishable foods Oral and written communication skills Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy Inventory practices and procedures Record-keeping techniques Proper lifting techniques Health and safety regulations Mathematical calculations ABILITY TO: Operate a truck, forklift, pallet jack, dolly, hand truck and other warehouse equipment Oversee and participate in a variety of service distribution functions Drive a vehicle to various locations to pick up and deliver items and supplies Load and unload shipments of items and supplies Follow and assure compliance with health and sanitation requirements Conduct daily inventories and order appropriate supplies Assure proper temperature of food items Observe legal and defensive driving practices Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Meet schedules and time lines Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately Work independently with little direction Maintain various records related to work performed Observe health and safety regulations

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year experience delivering supplies in a warehouse environment LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California driver's license Valid Forklift Certification Good DMV driving record and ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance policy Incumbents in this classification are subject to federal drug and alcohol testing requirements

Working Conditions and Additional Information

WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Indoor and outdoor work environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate various warehouse equipment Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects typically weighing 75 100 pounds Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally Bending at the waist, kneeling and crouching Heavy physical labor Seeing to read a variety of documents HAZARDS: Traffic hazards EXAMINATION INFORMATION:

The first step in the examination process is the application screening, and whether or not the candidate meets the minimum qualifications listed.

The testing process may consist of a written exam, an oral exam, a performance exam, a structured interview (SI), a qualification appraisal interview (QAI), an evaluation of training & experience/education (T&E), and/or any combination thereof.

All tests will have a passing score set between 50 and 99, depending on a variety of factors affecting that specific recruitment.

The testing process consists of a minimum of two examination processes,

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:

FIRST EXAMINATION: 50%

SECOND EXAMINATION: 50%

OTHER: Proof of identification for completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be submitted at the time of processing for employment.

SALARIES: All salaries, as stated, are based on present information and are subject to change. The hiring rate shall be the first step of the schedule, except for classes where recruitment efforts have indicated difficulty in recruiting at that step. Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown in the posting, and increases are granted at intervals based on anniversary date.

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy:

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. Accordingly, BUSD programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board shall promote programs that ensure that discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. (Board Policy 0410, Board Policy 1311, Board Policy 4030, Board Policy 5145.3, Board Policy 5145.7)

The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testifies or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy. (Board Policy 4030)

Complaint forms are available at school sites and on the district webpage at

For inquiries or concerns regarding BUSD nondiscrimination policy 5145.3 or the filing of discrimination complaints, please contact:

Jasmina Viteskic, Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer

2020 Bonar Street Room 116, Berkeley, CA 94702

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