Overview
Driver Jobs in St Louis, MO at Operation Food Search
Title: Driver
Company: Operation Food Search
Location: St Louis, MO
Company Description Operation Food Search (OFS), founded in 1981, is a leading nonprofit focused on hunger relief, nutrition education, and advocacy in the Greater St. Louis region. Each month, OFS supports approximately 200,000 individuals experiencing hunger and food insecurity through programs such as Emergency Food Distribution, Operation Backpack, Nutrition Education, Summer Meals, and Fresh Rx. The organization is committed to ending childhood hunger by helping families access nutritious food and resources. Team members contribute directly to ensuring children and families receive the support they need to thrive.
Role Description This full-time Driver role is an on-site position based in St. Louis, MO. The Driver will be responsible for safely operating trucks to pick up and deliver food and supplies to partner agencies, program sites, and community locations. Daily tasks include loading and unloading vehicles, verifying delivery documentation, performing basic vehicle inspections, and maintaining clean and organized trucks. The role involves interacting with partner agencies, donors, and community members, providing courteous service and representing OFS professionally. The Driver will collaborate with warehouse and program staff to support efficient food distribution and timely deliveries.
Qualifications
- Strong truck driving skills with experience operating commercial vehicles, including proficiency with Truck operation.
- Valid CDL Class A license and a clean driving record, with knowledge of relevant safety regulations.
- Effective Communication skills to coordinate with team members, agencies, and donors.
- Customer Service skills to provide respectful, professional interactions with partners and community members.
- Ability to perform basic vehicle inspections, routine maintenance checks, and safely handle loading/unloading.
- Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail in following routes, schedules, and documentation procedures.
- Ability to lift and move boxes and pallets of food, and work in warehouse and outdoor environments.
- High school diploma or equivalent; prior experience in nonprofit, logistics, or delivery driving is a plus.
