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Evanston/Skokie School District 65

Food Service Transporter/Warehouse Driver

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A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$45,950 / year median in Illinois

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

JobID:
5475
Position Type:
Nutrition Services/Food Transporter Date Posted:
7/14/2026
Location:
Warehouse Date Available:
August 2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled The job of Food Service Transporter is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the food service and warehousing operations with specific responsibilities for transporting food, supplies, and/or equipment to designated sites while maintaining vehicle in a sanitary and safe operating condition. This job reports to Food Service Coordinator. Loads food items, supplies and/or equipment for the purpose of preparing items for transport to assigned location. Maintains manual and electronic files and records (e.g. temperature logs, delivery logs, routes, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information. Maintains assigned vehicle (e.g. fluid levels, fueling, cleaning, tire pressure, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safe operation of vehicle and sanitation of transported food items. Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Prepares food items, supplies and/or equipment for the purpose of meeting health and safety guidelines. Responds to inquiries of site and central kitchen staff for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding status of deliveries, etc. Transports food items, supplies and/or equipment for the purpose of delivering requested items to designated sites. Unloads food items, supplies and/or equipment for the purpose of providing requested items at designated sites.
Experience:
Job related experience is desired.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Equivalency:
Possess a valid, unrestricted Illinois Driver's License Good time management, judgment and communication skills Self-directed individual who can take initiative and multi-task Ability to organize work around priorities Prompt and dependable Ability to work as a member of a team Positive, professional attitude Familiarity with food service operations preferred.
Compensation:
Starting Class C/Step 0 - $41,805.87 annually; 12 month position Benefits include : Medical and Dental Insurance Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension plan Life insurance Long term disability Flexible benefits plan 12 Sick days 2 Personal days 10 Vacation Days 14 Paid holidays Direct deposit Employee assistance program
Application Procedure :
Apply online at www.district65.net
Selection Procedure :
Selected qualified candidates will be notified to schedule an interview.