Truck Driver F endorsement

Description

Who is Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area?

Since 1923, Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area helps people transform potential into opportunity!  With 17 store locations and a service territory of 23 counties in two states, our timeless social enterprise is a win, win, win for all.

• Individuals with barriers to employment get help securing meaningful jobs.
• Donors see a social return for their donations - helping people secure work and keeping unwanted items out of landfills.
• Shoppers get great prices on the goods they want, and in the process, give a hand up to people in their community.

How do we accomplish our mission?  We provide education and career services as well as on the job training to persons with barriers to employment such as multi-generational poverty, history of incarceration, limited education, and no work experience.

Why should you join Chattanooga Goodwill?

• Friendly work environment with co-workers who appreciate working with each other.
• Employee discount.
• 401K and Roth retirement plans with matching contribution after eligibility.
• Skills and development opportunities.
• For Full-time employees:
  • Dental and vision insurance - Company Paid for employee.
  • Basic life insurance – 1.5 times salary, Company Paid for employee.
  • Primary Care through TextCare- Company Paid for household.
  • Voluntary Benefits such as Term life Insurance, Disability Insurances, and ID Theft
  • Medical Insurance and Health Savings Account
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program; Potential of up to three weeks during the first year

What will a Truck Driver Light (F) do?

Truck Driver Light (F) ensures the safe and timely delivery of all merchandise and materials.  This movement is usually between the ADC’s, stores and Distribution Center, but may include other locations as needed using a truck with capacity under 26,000 GVW.

Job Functions/ Competencies

• Through words and actions support Chattanooga Goodwill’s mission, Vision, and values; furthermore, actions and decisions will align with organizational guiding principles.
• Maintain agency, employee, participants confidentiality.  Violation of confidentiality may be cause for termination.
• Work assigned schedule:
  • Reports daily as directed to receive schedule.

• Conducts inspection of assigned vehicle before, during and after daily trips as prescribed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the organization.
  • Completes daily vehicle inspection report and submits to management team members.
  • Maintains accurate records and logs at all times and signs all necessary paperwork daily.
  • Reports any damage or potential problem noticed with vehicle on the pre and post trips inspections.
• Operates vehicle safely and responsibly at all times:
  • Practices safe loading and unloading to prevent movement, shifting load and allow safe transport per NHTSA requirements.
  • Always chock wheels properly and secure the load.
  • Never deviate from scheduled routes.
  • Never use vehicle for personal use.
  • Keeps the interior and exterior of vehicle clean.
  • Does not have, use, or consume food, drink, or tobacco products in the vehicle.
  • Does not operate a personal cell phone or other personal electronic devices in vehicle while driving.
  • Installs and removes tire chains and other equipment as needed.
• Complies with GIGCA’s safety rules and performs all duties in a safe manner:
  • Understands, complies with, and enforces all policies and procedures related to safety.
• Complies with Loss Prevention policies and procedures:
  • Employee Purchase Policy.
  • Code of Ethics, Compliance policy and Conflict of Interest policy.
  • All policies related to Loss Prevention.
• Reports all accidents or damage to company vehicle or equipment immediately to supervisor and completes all necessary incident reports.
• Provides professional and courteous service to donors, vendors, and other Goodwill employees.
  • Assists with the loading and unloading as needed at all locations serviced.
  • Assures reasonable placement of merchandise in accordance with retail managers directions.
  • Assures prompt removal of return merchandise.
  • Handles all donations with care to prevent breakage or damage with proper packing techniques, materials, and blankets.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Knowledge And Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; and at least one-year related experience.
• Must meet all the qualification requirements of and is not disqualified under the US Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Part 383 and 391.
• Thorough understanding of DOT, OSHA, TOSHA, NHTSA, regulations, codes and standards of local authorities.
• Must have knowledge of and comply with all FMCSA rules and regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspection, and maintenance of equipment.
• Must be capable of working independently without constant supervision.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Driver license for 3 years.
• Valid Driver’s License and Car Insurance Verification, required.
• Must pass MVR check and maintain a good driving record.
• Excellent driving record and meets our insurance requirements.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Planning and problem solving

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• A valid driver’s license, with ability to obtain F Endorsement, acceptable MVR to be insurable and current automobile insurance.
• Ability to operate various forklifts and other lifting devices and complete Chattanooga Goodwill certification process for use of said equipment.
• Ability to pass Department of Transportation Physical and Drug/Alcohol tests, including pre-employment screenings.

Performance Measurement

• Continuous growth in services provided.
• Appropriate interaction with staff, management, clients, and volunteers.
• Accomplishment of job functions in an effective and timely manner.
• Exercise good judgment in the absence of specific guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to meet demanding and changing deadlines despite interruptions.
• Adherence to and enforcement of company policies and procedures.

How do we do this?

• We value and respect the inherent dignity and worth of people.
• We value truth, set high standards, and keep our promises.
• Continuous Improvement.
• Teamwork.
• We respect open and honest communication.
• We value a culture of innovation, learning, and development through social enterprise.
• We honor the resources entrusted to us with responsibility and care.

We invite you to apply to become a part of our friendly, hardworking, and caring group of dedicated employees.

• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants and internal transfers will receive consideration without regard to race (including hairstyle/texture), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

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