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Form of work*********Please note that CLICKING TO APPLY ON INDEED IS NOT ACTUALLY APPLYING! To be considered for employment you will need to complete an application on our website, www.lancasterfarmfresh.com, under careers then TRANSPORTATION! *********Please follow these directions!Lancaster Farm Fresh Organics mission is to deliver freshly picked produce to our wholesale markets and CSA members with as little turnaround time as possible.
We haul for a non-profit farmer's cooperative of 120 farms - predominately organic produce as well as other perishable food products. Generally, our produce is on market shelves and in CSA members' hands within 24 hours of being picked which means we are specialize in expedited shipping. Our drivers provide friendly, professional service and share your interest in locally-grown organic food.
As a small company we excel in providing the best customer service. LFFO serves all of Eastern Pennsylvania, New York City, Washington DC and most of the tri-state area. Job Summary Individuals with experience driving 26-foot non-CDL box trucks are preferred but there are also positions specific to cargo vans and Class B trucks.
Drivers pick up and deliver produce, supplies and other food products to our farmers and to our customers. Most of our product is palletized, refrigerated and temperature sensitive. We seek to find individuals who are safety oriented, flexible and good communicators.
Routes start and end every day at our home location. There may be occasional overnight routes for drivers who are interested, but it's not a requirement. Essential functions:Load and unload trucks using pallet jacks and hand carts.Ensure necessary paperwork is completed for each delivery.Communicate appropriately with necessary parties regarding delivery status.Maintain simple records of deliveries, pick-ups and truck mileage.Inspect vehicle for safety defects and for full vehicle functionality.Safeguards secure loading of truck to prevent shifting and product damage.Safely operate the assigned vehicle - cargo vans (less than 10,000 lbs.), non-CDL Straight Trucks (up to 26,000 lbs.)Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
repeatedly throughout the day.Qualifications:Minimum age of 21 to meet DOT regulations for commercial motor vehicles.Current DOT card. If no DOT card, must be able to pass a DOT physical.CDL license is not mandatory and all levels of driving experience are encouraged to apply.Valid driver's license and clean driving record.Ability to follow directions on Delivery Route.Aptitude to maintain simple logs and records.Dependable worker able to carry out series of work instructions without constant supervision.
