Home Delivered Meal Driver - within Kalkaska County

Home Delivered Meal Driver

Kalkaska County Commission on Aging

The Kalkaska County Commission on Aging is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and organized individual to join our team as a Home Delivered Meals Driver. This position plays an important role in supporting older adults throughout Kalkaska County by delivering nutritious meals while providing friendly contact and support to homebound seniors. It’s more than just a meal through the Home Delivered Meal Program.

Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Customer service and delivery experience preferred
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License required
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with accurate reporting abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest, enthusiasm, and desire to work with older adults
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and a positive attitude

Primary Responsibilities

• Pack meals for delivery and ensure delivery accuracy
• Deliver hot meals, frozen meals, sack lunches, commodities, newsletters, and other materials to homebound clients
• Follow food safety procedures, including monitoring food temperatures during delivery routes
• Rotate freezer meals in clients’ homes and manage returned meals appropriately
• Rotate stock using FIFO procedures and assist with inventory control
• Clean coolers, caddies, and delivery vehicles regularly
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns
• Maintain required records and reporting paperwork
• Observe and report concerns regarding client wellbeing or home conditions
• Attend required staff trainings and perform additional duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, walk, talk, hear, reach, and handle objects and equipment
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Position Schedule

· Monday – Friday

· Hours vary, up to 29.75 hours, avg. hours per week is 25 hours per week

· No nights or weekends

· No Holidays

Conditions of Employment

Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of background checks, including but not limited to:

• Criminal history check
• Driver’s license and driving record review
• Verification of education, licenses, or certifications
• Drug testing as permitted by law

The Kalkaska County Commission on Aging is an at-will employer and does not guarantee length of employment or continued funding for this position.

Why Join Our Team?

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults in our community while working in a supportive team environment dedicated to service and compassion.

To apply or request additional information, please contact the Kalkaska County Commission on Aging at 231-258-5030. Applications may be picked up Mon- Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm or email Resume to Jodi Magee at [email protected].

Job posting open until filled.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Paid training

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No nights

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person