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Webb County, TX

Food Transporter, Part Time, Meals-on-Wheels

Webb County, TX, Laredo, Texas, United States, 78045

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Salary:

$11.34 Hourly Location :

Laredo, TX Job Type:

Part-Time Job Number:

FY25-00025 Department:

Community Action Agency Opening Date:

10/20/2025 Closing Date:

11/4/2025 11:59 PM Central

Job Summary

This position provides assistance in the preparation of meals and delivers prepared food in proper containers to clients assigned through specific routes and designated time periods. Major Duties

Practices proper food handling techniques and food safety procedures to prevent food contamination/poisoning and to ensure the quality of food 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 HHSC guidelines. Serves food and beverages to meet client's nutritional needs. Ensures the equipment is in good working order and requests repair work as needed. Attends and participates in all mandatory training requirements. Performs any other duties assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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 and work independently and in teams. Ability to accurately calculate the number of servings. Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language. Minimum 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.

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. Supplemental Information

Complexity/Scope of Work

Standards include packaging food for delivery, helping with preparing food, maintaining cleanliness, adhering to food safety, 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, and poles. Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Adjusting or moving objects up to 50-100 pounds in all directions. Operating machinery and/or power tools. Working in low temperatures Working in high temperatures Working in noisy environments. Working in hazardous conditions. Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected. Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds. Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds. Heavy work that includes carrying objects up to 100 pounds or more.

Constantly

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. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

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.

Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees. Please visit the Risk Management website for more details. The following list of benefits is offered

only

to benefits-eligible employees in

Full-Time

positions:

Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Wellness Program Life Insurance Ancillary products Employee Assistance Program* Employee Clinic* Vacation and sick leave

Accrual rates increase based on years of service

Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays Retirement benefits (TCDRS)** *Available to ALL employees **Available to Permanent Part-Time employees 01

What is your highest level of education?

Less than High School High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent Some College Hours Vocational Certificate Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctoral Degree or higher

02

Do you have a reliable vehicle?

Yes No

03

Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?

Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license. Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license. No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license.

04

If selected for this position, do you understand that you must obtain and maintain current vehicle insurance as required by the State of Texas?

Yes No

05

Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)

Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire. No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.

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