Meals on Wheels Driver, Franklin

Franklin, MA

Position: Meals on Wheels Driver, Franklin Nutrition Center
This job is 15 hours every other week, with 3-hour shifts Monday - Friday.

Basic Function: Responsible for a home delivered meal route and related jobs at the Nutrition Center. 

Responsibilities:                                                                                                                              

1.    Count and pack food trays for home delivery.

2.    Count and pack hot and cold food products into carriers.

3.    Monitor food temperatures during delivery.

4.    Deliver meals to homebound participants and maintain records for route.

5.    Maintain paperwork and report any emergencies or changes in participant status to the Nutrition Center Coordinator.

6.    Clean meal delivery equipment daily.

7.    Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions/Qualifications

1.    Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and required insurance coverage.

2.    Must have a motor vehicle.

3.    Accurate record keeping skills.

4.    Ability to work well with elderly participants.

5.    Ability to learn delivery routes and capable of training other drivers.

6.    Capable of handling emergency situations and able to maintain confidentiality.

7.    Ability to climb/descend stairs and navigate potentially uneven terrain (walkways, driveways, etc.)

8.    Ability to lift equipment up to 40 pounds.