Temporary Transporter Food Services

Columbia, MD, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $26.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is recognized as one of the leading educational institutions both in the state of Maryland and nationwide. With a strong commitment to excellence, HCPSS is dedicated to fostering student success and growth through innovative teaching, strategic planning, and a supportive workforce. Their 2024-2029 Strategic Plan outlines a clear path to continuous improvement, emphasizing equity, inclusion, and academic achievement across all schools in the district. As an employer, HCPSS offers a diverse and award-winning workplace where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to make a positive impact on the lives of students and the broader community. HCPSS provides comprehensive support, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment for all staff members.

The Temporary Food Service Transporter position at HCPSS plays a vital role in the efficient operation of the Food and Nutrition Service department. This temporary job involves the transportation of food items, supplies, and equipment between central food production facilities and various school food service satellite locations. The position requires close collaboration with Food and Nutrition Service supervisors and area representatives to ensure timely and safe delivery of essential food products necessary for school meal programs. Transporters must adhere to strict food safety guidelines, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and keep accurate route records. This role is essential to supporting the overall mission of HCPSS to provide nutritious meals to students, thereby promoting their health and well-being. Employees in this role contribute directly to the successful execution of the school nutrition programs by ensuring all food transport operations meet regulatory and quality standards. This job requires physical stamina for lifting and moving supplies, good communication skills for coordination with staff, and a strong commitment to safety practices. The pay rate for this temporary position is $26 per hour. Work hours may vary, and the job demands reliability and professionalism to maintain the high standards expected by the school system.

Job Requirements

Completion of a standard high school diploma or GED
at least three years of driving experience
possession of a valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator’s License with an acceptable driving record
ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds or more
ability to work varying hours
eligibility to work in the United States
successful completion of fingerprinting and criminal background check
provision of proper identification and documentation for employment eligibility
submission of a complete application including proof of education
no major driving infractions such as DUIs or license suspensions
must comply with Maryland Employment History Review

Job Qualifications

Completion of a standard high school diploma or GED
at least three years of driving experience
possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator’s License (non-CDL accepted) with an acceptable driving record
good knowledge of local streets and road systems
knowledge and understanding of sanitary food handling techniques and their impact on food safety
ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
ability to communicate effectively with Food and Nutrition Service staff and school officials
ability to comply with all regulations for the handling of food items
ability to perform manual labor including lifting and moving equipment and supplies
excellent oral and written communication skills
ability to properly maintain confidential information

Job Duties

Operates a box truck or approved vehicle to transport food products and supplies
maintains the cleanliness of the vehicle
keeps an up-to-date route sheet in the vehicle at all times
transports food from designated schools to other schools or distribution points according to pre-approved routes, delivery times, and schedules
complies with proper food handling techniques while maintaining the highest standard of quality and food safety practices
inspects food and food related supplies for conformity to orders and reports shortages, damages or spoilage, and other discrepancies
arranges and moves food items to and from inventory and cold storage areas to other food sites as needed
attends food and nutrition training and meetings as necessary to meet USDA professional standards for school nutrition employees