DRIVER and WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT

Description

Position Title: Driver and Warehouse Assistant

Reports to: Receiving & Distribution Supervisor

Job Classification: Full-time; Non-exempt

Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.55 per hour. 

*For candidates with a tow certification, an extra $1.25 per hour tow differential may be available!

About Us:

Denver Rescue Mission has been serving the most vulnerable in our community for over 132 years. Our history is rooted in a love of Christ and a commitment to share that love with others. At multiple locations throughout our community, we help restore the lives of people experiencing homelessness and addiction through emergency services, rehabilitation, transitional programs, and community outreach.

The Opportunity: 

The Ministry Outreach Center Driver & Warehouse Assistant is responsible for transporting and picking up materials and people as directed. These trips will occur during regular business hours however, emergency situations may arise that require trips outside of normal business hours. This position will also be responsible for daily warehouse responsibilities not limited to and including processing donations, mentoring and supervising program participants as well as maintaining the overall cleanliness of the warehouse.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Pickup and delivery of Gift-in-Kind donations with fleet box trucks, based on the needs established in the daily staff meetings.  
• Transport critical supplies, including meals to and from Denver Rescue Missions’ kitchens and shelters. 
• Purchase and transport materials as requested by the Ministry Outreach Center Supervisor, Receiving and Distribution Specialist, or other staff. 
• Pick up and load furniture from donors’ residences. 
• Ensure fleet vehicles are fueled, thoroughly cleaned, and properly maintained. 
• Complete Department of Transportation pre-trip inspections on required fleet vehicles. 
• Ensure forklifts and floor scrubbers are properly maintained. 
• Transport New Life Program participants to Denver Rescue Mission sites and various functions. 
• Deliver office furniture and other materials to various Denver Rescue Mission sites. 
• Pickup donated vehicles as assigned. 
• Assist in snowplowing when necessary. 
• Promote a healthy spiritual environment and exhibit an encouraging and respectful manner at all times. 
• Display the ideals of “humble, hungry and smart” as described in Patrick Lencioni’s book, “The Ideal Team Player”. 
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and trainings, utilizing Agile and Lean Methodologies and promoting departmental values 
• Attend weekly staff meetings. 
• Maintain frequent communication with the Receiving & Distribution Supervisor on warehouse tasks. This can include, but is not limited to, processing donations from the donation dock, sweeping and picking up trash around the warehouse, and helping organize the racking, cooler, and freezer. 
• Assist in the organization of volunteer projects around the warehouse. 
• Encourage, and hold participants accountable through Scribe software by writing HHS assessments and Incident Reports when appropriate. 
• Assist Commodity Assistance Partners in the check-out process as they take food and other items from the Ministry Outreach Center. 
• Willingness to engage in continuous improvement projects and training. 
• Assist the Food Distribution Coordinator and Client Services Coordinator as needed. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Receiving & Distribution Supervisor.

Requirements

• Affirm the Statement of Faith.
• Abide by the Employee Handbook.
• Must hold a current, valid Colorado Driver’s License and be willing to authorize a driver’s record background check. Driving record must be insurable under Denver Rescue Mission’s standards.
• Willingness to operate forklift and obtain forklift certification. 
• Willingness to operate tow truck and obtain tow truck certification. 
• Strong work ethic, communication skills and the ability to resolve conflict professionally. 
• Proficient at following a schedule.
• A friendly and thankful attitude to all donors, staff, and volunteers. 
• Strong Christian ethic with ability to work with people of diverse cultural, educational, and religious backgrounds.
• Basic knowledge of Windows software applications.
• Able to lift at least 40 lbs. without assistance. 
• Willingness to work overtime on weekends and some holidays. 

Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Generous vacation, sick time, and holiday pay, plus paid birthday off and ‘refreshment’ day.
• Tuition reimbursement and child adoption benefits.
• Employer paid term life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D.
• Health savings account with generous employer contribution.
• Flexible spending account.
• Paid parental and bereavement leave.
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
• Please access our highlights of the benefits package we offer here: Denver Rescue Mission Benefits Guide  

Denver Rescue Mission is both an equal opportunity employer and a distinctly faith-based Christian organization. Denver Rescue Mission complies with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, national original or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, parental status, marital status, political ideology, or current or prospective service in the uniformed services. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment including recruitment, employment, training, and promotion opportunities. Based upon Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, and the U.S. Constitution, Denver Rescue Mission has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with our Statement of Faith and align with our Christian mission.   

Salary : $20 - $23