Child Nutrition Truck Driver - 0.8125 FTE at Central Services

The South Dakota School District is committed to providing high-quality nutrition services to its students through its dedicated Child Nutrition staff. This department plays a vital role in the district's mission to continuously improve meals and services by meeting strict nutritional requirements, offering a diverse range of menu items, and ensuring access to the healthiest choices made with the freshest ingredients available. The district prides itself on maintaining a supportive work environment for its employees, fostering teamwork, and encouraging professional development in the field of child nutrition.\n\nThe role of the Truck Driver in Child Nutrition is essential to this operation. This position involves transporting food and supplies necessary for the preparation and delivery of nutritious meals across the district's schools. As a Truck Driver, you will be responsible not only for the safe and timely delivery of items but also contributing to the smooth functioning of the nutrition services by assisting with setting up serving lines, managing food trays, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the equipment and vehicles used. You will be working Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm with an approximate 0.8125 full-time equivalent (FTE) status, which translates to 32.5 hours per week over a 9-month period.\n\nThis position starts at $19.59 per hour according to the 2025-26 salary schedule, with a pay day on the last working day of each month. The district offers benefits for employees working 20 or more hours per week, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Being a part of this team means you contribute directly to children's health and well-being by ensuring they have access to nutritious meals in their learning environments. This rewarding role requires excellent physical stamina and a commitment to safety, food handling best practices, and teamwork.\n\nJoining the South Dakota School District's Child Nutrition team as a Truck Driver offers a unique opportunity to support educational success through nutrition. The job includes responsibilities like loading and unloading food and supplies, driving the truck to deliver items or refuel the vehicle, assisting with food service line setup, collecting used trays and garbage, and adhering to district policies and standards to maintain quality and safety. This role involves physical activities such as lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stooping, and other movements necessary to perform assigned duties effectively. The district requires a valid South Dakota driver's license, proof of insurance, and successful completion of a post-offer drug screening and physical exam funded by the district. If you are punctual, reliable, and passionate about contributing to children's nutrition and health through logistics and service, this position could be an excellent match for you.