JCEO is a private, not-for-profit human service agency that serves the residents of Clinton and Franklin Counties in New York State. All programs are based on JCEO's mission to alleviate poverty through practical, timely, and innovative services that emphasize and develop problem-solving skills for people.

The Greenhouse Worker/Mobile Market Driver position will be responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, inventorying, issuing food and items in the warehouse, yard, or food pantry. This position will drive the Mobile Market Bus, seasonally.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Prepares and stocks mobile buses for deliveries. Assists in preparation of seedlings to be transplanted in the gardens. Daily monitoring of all seedlings grown in the greenhouses, spraying and weed control of vegetables. Harvests vegetables and prepares them for the Food Pantry. Inspects and maintains truck, forklift, and tractor equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water. Operates the forklift in compliance with OSHAs Powered Industrial Truck requirements. Completes runs to the sanitation station as needed. Assists with and maintains a clean, safe, and orderly warehouse in accordance with New York State Health Department and Agency policies and procedures. Stocks Food Pantry daily /rotates all foods regularly paying special attention to expiration dates. Completes intake information for all households requesting emergency food packages and refers to appropriate resources. Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, moving furniture, or other similar activities Performs limited grounds maintenance such as mowing lawns, trimming hedges, removing weeds, and raking and disposing of leaves and refuse. Attends all required training. Maintains compliance with all health and safety regulations. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of Joint Council for Economic Opportunity, Inc. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and, two years of previous farming and/or greenhouse experience and/or training; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must possess a valid Driver's License. Must complete certification to operate forklift within introductory period.

This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification within the first 30 days of hire. Re-certification will be required as specified by DOT guidelines. Please note that the cost of the certification exam only will be covered by JCEO, but any additional associated costs (e.g., medical evaluations or appointments) will be the responsibility of the employee.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities JCEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department at 518-561-6310 or via email at hr@jceo.org.