Meal Driver - Hourly/Part-Time/At-Will

Meal Driver - Hourly/Part-Time/At-Will

Salary

$17.13 - $22.26 Hourly

Location

Senior Center 14040 San Antonio Dr., CA

Job Type

Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time

Job Number

27-12EZ/TV

Department

Social Services

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

9/24/2026 6:00 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

50

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The Meal Driver - Part-Time Position is Grant Funded

The City of Norwalk is seeking an experienced meal driver to fill a vacancy in the Social Services Department. Under moderate supervision, the meal driver will conduct vehicle safety inspections, account for and load meals and beverages, drive to assigned routes, and deliver meals and beverages. The driver will also maintain delivery inspection records and perform related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties

Depending on assignment, essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Deliver meals to homebound seniors according to established route, schedule and procedures.

Report changes in the status of homebound meal participants to designated program staff.

Conduct daily vehicle inspection and promptly report any deficiencies.

Maintain vehicle in clean and neat condition at all times.

Receive and inspect food from caterer.

Monitor temperatures of food and equipment.

Deliver the food in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles County Health Department regulations.

Clean and sanitize all food contact surfaces.

Collect donations in a confidential manner.

Direct elderly participants to other resources they may be needed for daily living.

Complete and submit all paperwork requirements by The City of Norwalk Daily Nutrition Program in a timely manner.

Perform six-month assessments on assigned caseload/clients.

Qualification Guidelines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: policies, procedures and goals of the City of Norwalk and the department; good sanitary cleaning practices in the kitchen; sanitary food service practices in the kitchen; principles and practices of effective customer service.

Skills in: the safe and proper operation of food handling, maintain records and supplies.

Ability to: communicate effectively with senior citizens of diverse background; relate sensitively and effectively to elderly persons of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds; conduct daily vehicle inspections and prepare accurate records and required reports; use time effectively while maintaining a helpful and courteous attitude toward the public and co-workers; verbally communicate in meetings; and cooperate with others in the provision of services, which are highly satisfactory to participants, funding sources and participating agencies.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma and/or minimum of one (1) year experience in performing the duties in one or more of the areas listed above.

Special Requirements

A valid Class C California Driver License; proof of, safe driving record for at least the past five years. Bilingual English/Spanish is desirable. Certified Safe Food Handler (successful completion of the ServSafe examination).

Supplemental Information

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers and various pieces of office equipment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

SELECTION PROCESS

Apply online at https://www.norwalkca.gov/departments_services/human_resources/index.php. Employment application must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicant must be specific in describing qualifications for this position on application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance. The class may be utilized in various City departments.

The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veterans preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.

For a complete copy of the class specification, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination/interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.

BENEFITS FOR HOURLY/AT-WILL/PART-TIME EMPLOYEES

Terms of Employment: All employees hired as Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time are employed "at-will" throughout the term of their employment with the City. Consequently, the services of a Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time employee can be discontinued at anytime without cause, regardless of the number of hours worked for the City by the employee.

Retirement: Membership in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) is required. The employee pays the 7.5% retirement contribution.

Credit Union: The City is affiliated with the Los Angles County F & A Federal Credit Union. Please check with the Department of Human Resources for details.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to provide help to employees and members of their families who are experiencing personal problems. For more information, contact the Department of Human Resources.

Paid Holidays: After 3,000 hours of employment, an hourly employee is entitled to six hours pay for specified holidays designated in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Vacation Leave: After 3,000 hours of employment, vacation leave is accumulated at the rate of .046 hours for each hour of straight time worked.

Sick Leave: Beginning on the 30th day of employment with the City, employee will accrue sick leave at the rate of .033 hours for each hour of straight time worked. No sick leave shall be taken until the 90th day of employment. After 3,000 hours of employment, sick leave is accumulated at the rate of .046 hours for each hour of straight time worked.

Medical Plan: Eligibility for medical coverage is determined using the Affordable Care Act guidelines. Employees may also qualify after 3,000 hours of employment.

Voluntary Insurance Plans: Optional Short Term Disability, Hospitalization, Accident and Cancer insurance policies are available at the employees cost.

Veterans Preference: The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veterans preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.

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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid California drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Describe your experience which demonstrates your ability to interact effectively with the public.

04

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Norwalk (CA)

Address 12700 Norwalk Blvd., Room 9

Norwalk, California, 90650

Phone 562-929-5721

Website http://www.norwalk.org