Job Description

Posting number: FY25-00315

Department: Meals on Wheels

Job classification: Food Transporter, Meals-on-Wheels

Posting type: Open

Categories: Food Services, Drivers

This position assists with meal preparation and delivers prepared food in proper containers to clients assigned to specific routes and time periods.

Examples of duties

• Practices proper food-handling techniques and food safety procedures to prevent food contamination or poisoning and to ensure food quality is maintained.
• Follows safety procedures within the kitchen to promote a safe working environment.
• Ensures all food products (hot and cold) are kept in the proper thermal carrying bag.
• Performs cleaning duties to meet sanitation requirements.
• Assists with the overall cleaning of all pots and pans.
• Delivers meals promptly to comply with the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) guidelines.
• Serves food and beverages to meet clients’ nutritional needs.
• Ensures equipment is in good working order and requests repairs as needed.
• Attends and participates in all mandatory training requirements.
• Performs any other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of food handling and safety techniques.
• Knowledge of hygiene practices.
• Keen sense of direction.
• Ability to deal with the public tactfully.
• Ability to follow directions, work independently and in teams.
• Ability to accurately calculate the number of servings.
• Ability to maintain consistent and regular attendance.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
  
  

Qualifications

• Reliable vehicle.
• Must possess a valid and current Texas Driver’s License.
• Must obtain and maintain current vehicle insurance as required by the State of Texas.

Supplemental information

Complexity/Scope of Work

• Standards for packaging food for delivery, assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, adhering to food safety standards, and delivering Meals to our elderly community while ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Physical Demands/Work Environment
Occasionally

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 25 pounds in all directions.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Working in low temperatures
• Working in high temperatures
• Working in noisy environments.
• Working in hazardous conditions.
• Working in adverse environmental conditions expected.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting and/or standing.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.
• Heavy work that includes carrying objects up to 100 pounds or more.

Constantly

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle.
• Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.

Other Requirements/Information

• Once hired, must obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler’s Certificate.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.

Valid Texas Driver’s License*
*If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver’s License must be obtained prior to employment.