FULL TIME POSITION- Fleet Specialist

Food Connects is a non-profit organization in Brattleboro, VT, serving the local community by 

delivering local and regionally produced food and educational and consulting services aimed at transforming regional food systems. Founded in 2013, Food Connects (FC) catalyzes food systems change by connecting the next generation with their food, regional farmers with new markets, and school chefs with regional food. 

The Food Connects delivers source-identified, regional food from over 125 farms and value-added producers to over 280 wholesale customers in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Western Massachusetts. Currently, we have vehicles on the road for pickups and deliveries 5 days per week. 

This is a full time position that is partly fleet maintenance and part-time driver. The hours are Monday to Friday, and typical working hours may fall between 6am to 5pm with some flexibility between these hours. 

Position Summary

The Fleet Specialist will be responsible for light vehicle and fleet maintenance that includes some route driving.  This position requires general mechanical skills with the ability to problem solve and willing to work in a team environment.  

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in one or more of the following types of roles: 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal: in person, over the phone, email, text.
• Strong organizational skills to ensure accurate and detailed records.
• Must be 21 years old (legal requirement for operating DOT-registered vehicles).
• Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card. CDL not required.
• Must be reliable and have reliable transportation to work. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment at times and meet scheduling deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications, but not required

• Experience driving box delivery trucks / straight trucks or other comparably-sized vehicles. Note that our trucks DO NOT require a CDL.
• Experience in logistics and/or food distribution. 
• Knowledge of basic food safety regulations.
• ServSafe Certified.
• Experience operating pallet jacks and forklifts. 
• General knowledge of veggies, fruits, or other locally-produced items.
• Familiarity and alignment with Food Connects’ mission and organizational culture. 
• Existing relationships with local food producers.
• Familiarity with the geographical area of delivery services.

Physical Demands

• Ability to repeatedly lift and move products (up to 50 lbs).
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and lift trucks in the warehouse.
• Ability and willingness to drive delivery vans and trucks.
• Ability to drive continuously for a full workday.
• Ability to work and drive in various weather/temperature conditions.
• This position entails some use of a desktop or laptop computer, sitting or standing at a desk workstation.

Compensation

• This is an hourly, non-exempt position, starting at $22.00 per hour.
• The following benefits are offered after a 90-day introductory period:
• 2% retirement contribution 
• 15% employee discount on food purchases. 
• Access to vision and dental insurance
• Life insurance (for employees working 20+ hours p/week)
• Short-term disability insurance (for employees working 20+ hours p/week)
• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and holiday pay