Loading Assistant for Truck Driver

Position Summary  

One volunteer is needed to accompany the staff driver on food trips to Food Hubs and help to load and unload food from the truck. The volunteer will also assist with unloading produce deliveries and heavy lifting as necessary (up to 50 lbs).   

 

Purpose 

We create nutritional hampers each week for vulnerable families and individuals consisting of produce, dairy and non-perishables; that equates to over 700 individuals and families fed by your efforts each month along with diverting close-dated food from the landfill.  

 

JFS  

JFS has been enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families in the Lower Mainland for over 80 years. The organization delivers a range of social services throughout the Lower Mainland. JFS is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.  

 

Time Commitment  

Afternoons: Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 

One shift per week for 3 - 6 hours  

3-month commitment   

 

Training  

All volunteers must complete a volunteer registration and orientation session in Better Impact. Ongoing training will be provided on-site.   

 

Requirements & Qualifications  

  

  • Valid driver license

  • Organized and process-oriented  

  • Multi-tasker  

  • Works well independently, but also very collaboratively  

  • Shifts can be physically demanding. Volunteers should be comfortable standing for an extended period of time and must be able to lift 50 lbs safely.