Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCV117: Meal Driver

Meal Driver

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCV117
1
None
       
       
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
15.55 - 17.36 - 20.01 USD Hourly
$15.55 - $17.36 - $20.01
$32,344.00 - $36,108.80 - $41,620.80

POSITION SUMMARY

The Meal Driver supports the Senior Program and Senior Meal sites by transporting seniors to and from meal sites, appointments, and events. This role delivers meals to homebound seniors, coordinates supply, assists with meal site setup, and ensures vehicles are maintained and returned to the County yard or designated facility.

FUNCTIONAL AREA
Seasonal Summer Program Meal Driver The Seasonal Summer Program Meal Driver delivers and serves meals at designated County lunch sites as part of the summer food service program. This role ensures compliance with federal rules and regulations, maintains site safety, and supports site setup and maintenance as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Transport seniors to and from meal sites, senior centers, appointments, and field trips.
  • Pick up and return vehicle to the County yard or designated facility; fuel, clean, and inspect the van.
  • Assist with setup and coordination of meals at senior sites.
  • Deliver meals to homebound seniors.
  • Pick up and deliver supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Substitute for drivers or site supervisors during absences.
  • Arrange transportation for special events and operate a multi-passenger vehicle.
  • Attend department meetings as assigned.
  • May handle sensitive or confidential records, plans, or decisions requiring strict confidentiality.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 

FUNCTIONAL AREA
SEASONAL SUMMER PROGRAM MEAL DRIVER

  • Deliver and serve meals at assigned summer lunch sites.
  • Ensure all food service activities follow federal program guidelines.
  • Maintain safety and order at assigned sites; enforce rules and site policies.
  • Support setup and cleanup of lunch areas and assist with basic maintenance tasks.
  • Maintain required written records and documentation related to food service delivery and compliance.
  • May handle sensitive or confidential records, plans, or decisions requiring strict confidentiality.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE


The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination.
  • This position is omnibus. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing.
  • Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  • Possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver's license.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Employee will be exposed to natural weather conditions when working outdoors.
  • Duties will be performed on sand, gravel, asphalt, grass, wood floors, and tile, all of which may be wet or dry.
  • Required to drive multi-passenger vehicles as needed.
  • Required to work variable hours.
  • Work hazards are those normally encountered in the instruction or participation in sports activities.
  • Will receive skills training in basic first aid and CPR.


EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Equipment typically used in performance of maintenance duties include mops, brooms, buffer, and window cleaning supplies.
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