Transporter - Senior Nutrition Program (Extra Help)

This job opportunity is for the Senior Nutrition Program.

The department is currently recruiting for an Extra Help Transporter position. The position is planned for 20 hours per week with additional hours possibly available upon short notice.

The department is also looking for people who want to be on-call or to fill in when needed.

Under general supervision of the Community Services Supervisor, this position is responsible for transporting clients, food and supplies to and from agency sites throughout Tehama County.

Essential functions of this position requires frequent bending, twisting and getting in and out of transport van to deliver meals. Lifting requirement of up to 50 pounds frequently.

• Follows a daily assigned route and delivers meals to homebound clients.

• Carries a secured money box, receives donations from homebound clients and congregate sites and turns it in to the Community Services Supervisor on a daily basis.

• Performs "health and welfare" checks at clients' residences and calls for emergency assistance if needed.

• Informs Community Services Supervisor of any client health changes or unsafe home conditions.

• Maintains accurate records of daily activities.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other duties of this position may include helping with the packaging of frozen and shelf stable meals for program clients.

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Graduation from High School or GED equivalent.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

License & Special Requirements:

Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain throughout the duration of employment, the following:

• ServSafe Certificate*
• Class "C" valid California driver's license
• Must attend defensive driving course within 30 days of employment and every 2 years thereafter.

*Serve Safe Certificate paid for by County

The department is currently recruiting for one (1) Extra Help Transporter position. This position is planned for 20 hours per week with additional hours possibly available upon short notice.