Food Hub Fleet and Facilities Coordinator

Position Title: Food Hub Fleet & Facilities Coordinator Supervisor: Operations Manager Employee Status: Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt We value diversity in all forms and strive to have our employment practices reflect that. We are an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate based on disability or other legally protected categories. If an employee has a disability that makes it difficult to perform their job duties, they are encouraged to notify us to engage in a discussion about reasonable accommodations. About Food Connects Food Connects is a dynamic and quickly growing nonprofit organization based in Brattleboro, VT delivering local and regionally produced food and educational and consulting services aimed at transforming regional food systems. Founded in 2013, Food Connects (FC) catalyzes food systems change by connecting the next generation with their food, regional farmers with new markets, and school chefs with regional food. The Food Connects Food Hub delivers source-identified, regional food from over 125 farms and value-added producers to over 280 wholesale customers in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Western Massachusetts. Currently, we have vehicles on the road for pickups and deliveries 5 days per week. The Food Hub (FH) is experiencing rapid growth and will expand operations, infrastructure, and delivery schedule over the coming year. Position Summary The Food Hub Fleet & Facilities Coordinator assists with fleet & facility maintenance to ensure the safe and optimal use of the Food Hub’s infrastructure. This position must have rounded mechanical, problem-solving, and communication skills. They should have at least general mechanical skills, be able to help diagnose and suggest repairs for a fleet of diesel trucks, and have a high level of attention to detail. This is a hands-on position with the expectation that this individual will be flexible and able to jump in where needed to optimize operations and support other team members. This position is supervised by the Fleet & Facilities Specialist and the Operations Manager and collaborates closely with the FH Operations Team. The Fleet and Facilities Coordinator will be trained to cover driving shifts and operate all Food Hub fleet vehicles. Core Competencies Attention to Communication: The ability to ensure that information is passed on to others who should be kept informed. Task Management: Can prioritize tasks and work toward their completion through tracking details and progress and, when needed, toggling between different projects or assignments. Time Management: Can organize time for optimum efficacy with regard to deadlines, collaboration, competing priorities, and personal work style. Fostering Teamwork : As a team member, the ability and desire to work cooperatively with others in a team environment. Flexibility : Openness to different and new ways of doing things, willingness to modify one’s preferred way of doing things. Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesFleet Support Prepare vehicles each morning for the day's routes Keep vehicles safe, clean, and organized Supports with vehicle maintenance needs and scheduling vehicle services as needed Complete maintenance, cleaning, and repair logs in Google Sheets Route Driving & Coverage Drive at least one route per week, scheduled Cover routes, driving box trucks and vans as needed Load and unload orders safely, efficiently, and accurately Represent Food Connects positively when interacting with customers and vendors Facilities Support Support maintenance and basic upkeep of facilities and equipment Keep supplies and tools organized Assist with small repairs and facilities projects as needed Schedule services as needed Complete maintenance, cleaning, and repair logs in Google Sheets Food Hub Regulatory Compliance Support weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual sanitation & preventative maintenance services. Support in fostering a safe environment that meets OSHA requirements Additional Responsi…

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