Guide clients and keep traffic flowing at the distribution line!Β 

Location:

8345 Winston Street, BurnabyΒ Β 

Role Overview:

Volunteer as a parking attendant and be a vital part of making distribution run smoothly! You’ll help guide traffic, ensure a safe and organized parking area, and enjoy the fresh air while helping us provide healthy food to those in need.Β Β 

Responsibilities:Β 
  • Clearly communicating with Parking Attendant staff to coordinate traffic flow and address issues efficiently;Β 
  • Directing clients and vehicle traffic to ensure the parking lot is clear;Β 
  • Monitor the parking area for any potential hazards or issues, ensuring the safety of both drivers and pedestrians;Β 
  • Ensuring parking spots are available for designated clients (ex. Single parents and individuals with a disability sign);Β 
  • Controlling the speed and flow of traffic;Β 
  • Greeting clients, answering general questions, and redirecting queries to the Parking Attendant when necessary;Β 
  • Assisting staff with setting up/tearing down distribution sites (signage, stanchions, tents);Β 
  • Completing other distribution-related tasks as instructed by staff.Β 
Core Skills, Abilities, and Experience:Β 
  • Excellent communication skills;Β 
  • Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods, sometimes in varying weather conditions;Β 
  • Ability to follow directions and complete tasks independently;Β 
  • Ability to give clear directions and communicate effectively with drivers and fellow staff;Β 
  • Ensure vehicles are parked safely and efficiently while monitoring the overall parking area;Β 
  • Ability to handle unexpected situations calmly and efficiently;Β 
  • Enjoys interacting with the public;Β 
  • Frontline, retail, or customer service experience is an asset;Β 
  • Ability to speak multiple languages is an asset.Β 
Physical Requirements:Β 
  • Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time;Β 
  • Comfort working outdoors in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain)Β 
  • Ability to lift and move cones, signs, or light equipment (up to 20lbs) safelyΒ 
Age Requirement:

People aged 18+Β 

Schedule:

Friday from 12:00 pm to 4:30 pmΒ 

Commitment:

Weekly shifts for 3 months (3 shifts per month). Opportunity to extend volunteer efforts after 3 monthsΒ 

Application Process:Β 
  • Contact us at volunteer@foodbank.bc.ca to share your earliest start date.Β 
  • Depending on your availability, we will send an application.Β 
  • Accepted applicants will be invited for an in-person orientation and trial shift.Β