ReStore Driver

The Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity is seeking a ReStore Driver

Office and Work Location : 4900 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110

Position Type : Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Not a remote position)

About Us :

Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in approximately 70 countries. Our mission is to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope. We believe that everyone deserves a decent, safe, and affordable place to live, and we work alongside families to achieve strength, stability, and independence through affordable housing. As an affiliate chapter of Habitat for Humanity in New Mexico, we work locally in Greater Albuquerque to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and families, empowering them to build a brighter future.

Our ReStore is open Monday through Saturday

Position Summary :

The ReStore Truck Driver is responsible for driving the affiliates vehicles / trucks to pick up merchandise from donors, dropping off materials, loading and unloading materials, and maintaining the vehicle in a safe manner to support the activities of the Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity. The ReStore Truck Driver will report to the ReStore Director.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operate affiliate vehicles in a safe, lawful, and courteous manner.
• Maintain cleanliness of trucks interior and exterior (cab / daily; exterior / weekly)
• Performing a daily operational check of all major items on vehicle to ensure the vehicle is safe to be on the road.
• Regular maintenance checks to always ensure the readiness of truck and equipment, including reporting any maintenance concerns to supervisor.
• Drive defensively and handle hazardous road conditions.
• Load and unload goods onto the vehicle / truck either by hand, or by using appropriate or other material handling equipment.
• Make sure that the load is correctly placed and secure with appropriate tie-downs to avoid damage to the truck or the goods.
• Calculate and estimate the weight of loads to comply with load limits of vehicle and roadways.
• Drive vehicles / trucks to their destination and unload by hand or using appropriate material handling equipment.
• Screen for product usability when picking up donations.
• Provide guidance / direction to donors on how to access receipts from the website.
• Maintain a logbook with details of trips, and maintenance.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with ReStore staff, volunteers, and ReStore customers.
• Professional and courteous interaction with donors including utmost care and concern for donors' personal property.
• Answer customers' questions and provide information on procedures or policies.

Qualifications :

High School Diploma / GED, plus minimum 6 months to 1 year experience in truck driving, especially a box truck is a plus.

Must possess a valid New Mexico driver's license, minimum NM Auto Insurance, and have daily access to a dependable motor vehicle due to extensive amount of driving required. A pre-employment drug screen and background check are req'd.

Interpersonal relationships and skills such as strong communications skills (written, verbal and listening) able to communicate clearly, concisely, and pleasantly with customers, strong decision-making skills based on sound analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Self-motivated, able to provide direction in a positive and affirming manner, must possess tact and diplomacy.

Effective time management and organizational skills.

Ability to adapt to a changing environment and unexpected shifts in priorities.

Compensation and Benefits :

16 / hr ($33,200 annually), to start, plus $1k if bilingual (Spanish / English), plus benefits.

You will be eligible for benefits the first of the month following your 60 days of employment.

Benefits include :

Blue Cross Blue Shield (health); Delta Dental (dental); VSP (vision); Reliance Standard ($50K Life and AD&D) - 100% company paid, with option to add voluntary coverage for spouse, children or increase coverage for self (which is employee paid); Reliance Standard (LTD) - 100% company paid; Reliance Standard (STD)- employee paid; Flex-Spending; American Funds (Simple IRA) - up to 3% match at 1-yr (can begin contributions at any time); Paid holidays, Birthday Holiday, Bereavement, Vacation and Sick Leave.

How to Apply :

Please send a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and a current resume to :

EMAIL : Theressa Panciera, Operations / HR Director -

Indicate "ReStore Driver" in the subject line please .

Close Date : March 10, 2025

ADA / EOE

You will be required to undergo a federal background check in accordance with state and local laws and regulations.

Salary : $33,200