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! Youβll 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