Yardmaster
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Description: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 115 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 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 SummaryA mechanically inclined position that is responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of the transportation fleet keeping safety of vehicles as a priority. This position also requires the individual to drive a 26-foot box truck or similar vehicle to pick up and deliver produce, supplies and other food products to our farmers and to our customers should circumstances require a driver.Essential functions:• Provide timely and effective movement of equipment and vehicles throughout the truck yard based on communications with the warehouse.• Help load and unload trucks as necessary ensuring truck has a minimum of 4 load straps attached to rails every night and 2 load bars.• Fuel up the trucks as necessary, also making sure each truck has DEF tank filled.• Pick up produce from local farms when necessary.• Clean the back of the trucks, clean up parking area after truck is power washed.• Wash outside of trucks as necessary cleaning cab if necessary.• Inspect and file Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports• Inspect trucks for any damage, record damage on damage report log, video truck daily.• Make Farm calls for next day pick-up times.• Night time deliveries are possible.• Minor repairs to vehicles and company equipment when necessary.• Customer service oriented.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.• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.• Ability to follow directions to delivery route.This is a part time position with the opportunity to become full time.Requirements:Requirements • Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalency.• Must pass a post-offer DOT drug screenAdditional Info:Skills/Abilities• Outstanding customer service abilities• Dedication and enthusiasm with a whatever-it-takes attitude• Excellent follow through skillsThis job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties, not listed here, may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the team.