About this opportunity :

This position drives Salvation Army box truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and / or deliver merchandise to customers;

operates the truck in compliance with established Salvation Army standards and state driving regulations; lifts, carries, loads, and unloads variety of donations including furniture, appliances, clothing, etc.

ensures the safety, security, and accountability of the vehicle and donations at all times; assists in performing work in the thrift store and warehouse.

Key Responsibilities :

• Knowledge of the assigned geographical area.
• Ability to organize pick-up tickets and to schedule route in a manner that saves time and gasoline consumption.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.
• Employees in this position must meet all DOT requirements for vehicles associated with this position at all times.
• Ability to drive a heavy-duty truck.

What we are looking for in you :

• High School Diploma or preferred but not required, and one (1) year experience driving a heavy-duty truck or large van, OR
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Must pass The Salvation Army Risk Management guidelines for operating a TSA vehicle (MVR Clearance)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to read and follow a map and / or hand-written directions.

Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.

Work requires the ability to lift and carry and / or push / pull heavy (over 50lbs.) materials, supplies and equipment frequently.

Heavy mobility duties are usually performed by combinations of standing, walking, climbing ladders or steps, bending, reaching, or transporting merchandise on frequent change basis relieved by fewer periods of sitting or operating a vehicle.

• Work requires driving a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.
• Work is also performed in a stock room, warehouse, or store environment where there are discomforts associated with changes in weather.

There are occasional discomforts associated with noise, crowds, dust, lint, chemical odors, and the like.

Employee Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance and more!

Last updated : 2024-07-03