Driver, Emergency Food Services

Job summary

The driver is responsible for the safe and efficient pick-up and delivery of food donations while maintaining accurate vehicle logs and inventory records. They also assist with warehouse tasks and provide courteous service to community partners and home delivery clients.

Job details

Title: Driver, Emergency Food Services Reports to: Manager, Food Access Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Compensation: $24/ hour Hours: Fixed, alternating biweekly schedule totaling 35 hours per pay period: Wk 1: 14 hrs WK 2: 21 hrs Who we are For 35 years, a team of passionate staff and volunteers at Neighbour-to-Neighbour Centre have been collaborating to improve the Hamilton community and meet the issues of food insecurity and poverty head-on. What started as a small food bank has evolved into an indispensable part of the community’s social fabric. Neighbour to Neighbour works to improve the quality of life in the Hamilton community by offering access to tutoring programs for children, community kitchen programs, utility subsidy programs, family counselling, emergency food access and a host of other interventions. Neighbour to Neighbour works to empowering people with the tools and ideas that will help change their lives. Position Summary The Emergency Food Services Driver position ensures that the efficient pick-up and delivery of food from community partners is executed in a safe and efficient manner. The Driver serves as an ambassador for Neighbour to Neighbour exemplifying behavior and interactions with absolute courtesy in accordance with the Centre’s values of respect, dignity, integrity and accountability. Key Responsibilities Pick up and deliver food donations daily while following all health and safety rules Plan driving routes carefully to save time and complete tasks efficiently Work with volunteers in counting inventory, stocking, and facility upkeep Deliver food directly to clients' homes when volunteer drivers are unavailable Safely operate the forklift and assist team with heavy lifting Provide excellent service to food donors and community partners Notify manager immediately all vehicle defects, safety hazards, and inventory, warehouse, or volunteer coordination concerns Protect the privacy of all home delivery clients, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect. Conduct daily pre-trip inspections for safe compliance Maintain highly accurate daily vehicle mileage and usage logs Qualifications & Experience Proven history driving extended vehicles and trucks under 24 feet Valid proof of Forklift Certificate is required Clean Driver’s Abstract and Vulnerable Sector Check required Highly dependable, detail-oriented, and collaborative Ability to maintain confidentiality, privacy, and respect for all Home Delivery clients Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly; frequent bending, twisting, and reaching; prolonged sitting, standing, and walking How to Apply Please use the Apply button on this posting and submit your resume and cover letter by September 28, 2026 at 5:00pm. Ensure your application clearly indicates “Driver, Emergency Food Services”. Neighbour to Neighbour is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for next steps will be contacted. Neighbour to Neighbour Centre is committed to employment equity and encourages applicants from equity seeking and deserving groups. We are dedicated to providing an atmosphere free from barriers in order to embody and best demonstrate equity, inclusivity, and diversity. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees. If you require accommodation during the application and recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 905-574-1334 Ext 209 as soon as possible.

What you’ll do

The driver is responsible for the safe and efficient pick-up and delivery of food donations while maintaining accurate vehicle logs and inventory records. They also assist with warehouse tasks and provide courteous service to community partners and home delivery clients.

Requirements

Candidates must have a clean driver's abstract, a valid forklift certificate, and a history of driving trucks under 24 feet. The role requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and a commitment to maintaining client privacy and safety standards.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Heavy Lifting · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Detail-oriented · Preferred
• Route Planning · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Driving
• Forklift Operation
• Inventory Management
• Route Planning
• Health And Safety Compliance
• Customer Service
• Heavy Lifting
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Confidentiality
• Detail-oriented
• Collaboration
• Warehouse Upkeep
• Employment Equity
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Accountability
• Lifting Ability
• Textiles
• Food Services
• Forklift Truck
• Warehousing
• Coordinating
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Logistics
• Social Services
• Transportation
• Food & Beverage
• Emergency Services Manager
• Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver (General)
• Heavy Truck and Lorry Drivers
• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

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